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James McEwan & Son Limited is Perth's oldest established family-run funeral directors, founded in 1952 and now in its 4th generation of service to the local community. Currently operated by brothers Billy and Jamie Pennycook, the business is headquartered at 52 George Street, Perth, and is deeply committed to providing a caring, dignified, and personalised service to families during their most difficult times.
The firm offers a comprehensive range of funeral services, including burial and cremation, religious, non-religious, and green services, all tailored to meet the individual needs of each family. James McEwan & Son has invested significantly in its premises, staff, and vehicles to ensure the highest standards of care. The team brings together over 100 years of combined industry experience, with many staff holding professional diplomas in funeral directing.
In addition to funeral services, James McEwan & Son are also monumental sculptors, offering handcrafted headstones and memorials designed to the highest standards. They are an appointed representative of Golden Charter, providing flexible prepaid funeral plans to help families plan ahead with peace of mind. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the team is always on hand to advise and support families through every step of the process.
"The kindness and compassion shown by the team truly touched our hearts. They demonstrated incredible dignity and respect during such a challenging time."
— Lesley Aileen
"Brian took us through the whole process from start to finish with the utmost respect, compassion and care. He took all of our opinions and views into account, and nothing was too much bother!"
— Jaclyn Dallas (about Brian)
"Jed took care of everything in a very professional but caring way removing all the stress of arranging the funeral. Everything we would have wished for was organised perfectly."
— Joseph Burke (about Jed)
"My Son was only 50 when he passed, but we knew he was in good hands with McEwans. We used them before when my Parents passed 14 years ago, and at that time we decided that anyone else in our family would be cared for by them when they had passed."
— Helen Thomson
"Having known Brian for a number of years, I feel he was able to treat mum with so much love and care, and give a really personal service to us as a family. He is a credit to your organisation. Thank you Brian, it was just the care we needed at a very difficult time!"
— Jaclyn Dallas (about Brian)
"Allowing us to sit with her on Christmas Eve was a thoughtful gesture that we will always cherish. From start to finish, this funeral director provided remarkable empathy and support, helping us navigate our pain."
— Lesley Aileen (about Jed)
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