Bereavement support & funeral directors

“Big thank you to Sharon & Hannah for all the arrangements and care on and before the day of the funeral. Very friendly and considerate and took care of everything.” — Andy S.

“Sharon and Hannah made the process of arranging my late brother in law's funeral extremely pain free and efficient. Nothing was too much trouble and they took all worries away from me. The Co-op exceeded all our expectations and also arranged an excellent celebrant for the service.” — Steve G.

“We cannot praise the team highly enough. From start to finish they have gone above and beyond what we expected. Please accept our sincere thanks and gratitude.” — Christopher B.

“Neil was the perfect person to guide us through. The excellent service you gave us before, during and after Mum's funeral was very professional. An exceptional company to be recommended.” — Sara S.

“Nothing was too much trouble and Ian and Kathleen were so kind and thoughtful and guided us every step of the way. Absolutely lovely staff at the Moordown branch.” — Martin P.

“I would just like to pass on my deep gratitude for the calm and dignified manner in which my mother's funeral was handled. Everyone present was very touched by the event.” — Andy H.

“As you promised you would take care of everything and you did. On the day of the funeral you excelled and for that I will always be grateful.” — Trish H.

“They did not treat us like we were another client.” — Maria B.

“They gave a first class service and provided all the care, support and information needed in a kind and friendly manner. This was very comforting at a difficult time. Mum's funeral service and send off by Mark was beautiful.” — Simon B.

“From the first time we met Neil Scott we knew we were in safe hands and we were not disappointed. The kindness, efficiency and attention to detail was superb. We would highly recommend their services to anyone.” — Janet

“What a compassionate, professional and friendly team. They are a credit to Co-op and such a wonderful bunch of people — I know loved ones will be in safe and caring hands.” — Julie S.

“They made everything so seamless from start to finish. All the staff were caring and solicitous at all times. Just so impressive. Thank you for making a difficult time just that bit easier.” — Fiona R.

“Simon Head and his team are lovely — kind, caring people who make it all look effortless but clearly work very hard to achieve this level of professionalism. I couldn't recommend highly enough.” — Debbie W.

“Robert, James and all at H&W went above and beyond to support us during such a difficult time. She didn't want a funeral but they supported us to create a small and meaningful celebration of her life before cremation and took care of everything with such care and professionalism.” — Sophie S.

“You only get one chance to give your loved one the right service and send-off. Nicholas O'Hara gave our family the best and most professional service. On this sad day it made all the difference.” — ROY B.

“From the minute Michelle answered my call to the lovely, private and calm service arranged by Jon and Chris, it was all perfect. I cannot thank you enough.” — Hattie B.

“Yeatmans were amazing especially Vicki who helped us organise Dad's funeral. They done us proud.” — Elaine H.

“A nice touch was to dress the coffin with a white ensign to honour Dad's navy service, which he would have appreciated as he was so proud of his time in the navy.” — Richard C.

“From the moment I met Jackie, I knew we were in safe hands. Her warm, helpful approach took all the stress out of arranging my Mum's funeral. So grateful we found this personal, caring funeral directors.” — Laura H.

“His death was sudden and unexpected but the professionalism and genuine care taken by Jackie and Martyn and the team made the arrangements easier than I anticipated, answering my many questions clearly, making the funeral journey bearable.” — Catherine C.

“Their expertise made us feel very safe during such an overwhelming time, and guided us through every stage, even to find all the appropriate outside support needed to help us put together the most perfect ceremony, including some really special little touches to make the day even more personal.” — Zoe R.

“George Scott are without a doubt, the most professional and also the most understanding and genuinely caring company that I have worked with. The personal touch, gained through their experience as an established, local, family run business is immensely valuable.” — Mark P.

“At first it's all out of one's comfort zone, but once you make that first call after losing a loved one, Ives & Shand made me feel so much more at ease.” — Jacqueline B.

“The thought and care that goes into a family at such a sad time is just beautiful. They have so much compassion, are extremely professional, go above and beyond to help you, and most of all they listen.” — Marie C.