Bereavement support & funeral directors

“It's a family business and you feel it the second you walk in. They take such care to guide you through the process and no detail is left to chance. I can never say just how grateful I am to Simon, Rebecca and everyone else at Stubbins and Hope who worked so hard to give my uncle and my mum a beautiful funeral.” — Laura V.

“You've helped us through a really difficult time including helping repatriate my dad after he died suddenly in Greece. Felt like he was in good hands and they kept us informed at every step of our journey. Thank you from my whole family.” — Sally K.

“They took care of everything without taking over. So kind, caring, patient and helpful.” — Rebecca M.

“Kym was lovely and knowledgeable, and Emma explained how the funeral would go and was polite and comforting. Absolutely wonderful to deal with from start to finish.” — Krystle P.

“Professional care and thought for our family and friends gave my Dad the send off he deserved.” — paul r.

“With Jackie's help and advice we managed to get everything we needed organised within 2 days, despite living in Hampshire.” — Karen B.

“He sorted everything out for us which was a great weight off us. Such a lovely genuine man — I highly recommend him and wouldn't go anywhere else now.” — Jane B.

“Nothing was too much trouble and the service was wonderful. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Chris and the team. Many, many thanks for making the day so special.” — Marlene S.

“They were caring and talked us through everything and I trusted my loved one in their care.” — Louise A.

“Steve organised it with compassion and kindness and the celebrant's service was spot on mentioning everything we wanted. Paul was very informative on the day and gave our daughter Natalie a dignified and good send off.” — Chris W.

“They were very helpful with all the planning being empathic and supportive throughout the whole process, enabling us to give mum the best send off.” — Joanne C.

“As a family, we were treated with the utmost respect during the course of the funeral arrangements and throughout. Nothing but praise for the team led by Jonathan.” — Gillian

“Dignified, respectful, caring, empathetic, meticulous, flexible, attentive, unassuming... These are all words I would use to describe how amazing the whole process was. Special mention for Alison and Teela and her wider team... You were all fantastic. Sincere and heartfelt thanks to you all.” — Garry G.

“Alison goes above and beyond to ensure our expectations are met. Alison makes you feel at ease whilst going through the most difficult process in your life. Everything was conducted with dignity and respect at all times.” — Julie T.

“Staveley coop funeral and Jo have been 1st class from start to finish with dealing with my mums funeral, can't fault them.” — Carol N.

“Jo and Mel are a credit to you as a company. If the world was full of people like you two it would be a much better place.” — Gemma T.

“My mum was laid to rest with respect and care. The team at Spire were really accommodating, very caring and deeply respectful. I speak for my two sisters who also felt the same.” — Victoria (.

“Thank you to Paul Wilson and colleagues of Staveley for their help, guidance and support from beginning to end during our sad loss. Nothing was too much trouble, very friendly, caring and professional service.” — Pat S.

“Mathew as chief mourner/director did a splendid job and made everything perfect. All aspects of the funeral and pre-funeral were done with compassion and dignity.” — Richard P.

“They guided me through everything in my darkest hours. If I had any questions they were always there for me and were always very friendly.” — Elaine H.

“The care of Ged, respect and continued support throughout was outstanding. From the day they collected Ged till the finish of the funeral all members of the team were fantastic.” — Diane I.

“So much kindness and compassion was shown and very much appreciated. We were supported every step of the way. All the arrangements were explained so we really didn't have to think of anything other than our thoughts of the departed one.” — Sally-Ann C.

“The Mansfield Co-op team was most supportive in assisting the family with the funeral arrangements from start to finish, using their local connections and knowledge to make the process easier.” — stephen d.

“We were not hurried to make decisions and they went out of their way to provide everything we required, even down to the exact music we requested, making it as easy as possible at such an emotional time.” — Valerie D.