Bereavement support & funeral directors

“Outstanding service! Compassionate, efficient and helpful in so many areas, especially as we were organising a funeral from some distance; just the level of care we needed.” — Jenny N.

“They showed great empathy in helping you make the right choices to send off your loved ones. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble. Even last minute changes.” — Steven W.

“The whole process was made so much more bearable due to their professionalism, empathy and kindness.” — Jodie S.

“We will never forget the great respect that was shown to my mum, to me and the family. Scott and the team were outstanding and helped us through a difficult time with dignity, compassion and care.” — Joy H.

“A Welch were very understanding and pleasant and did not make us feel in anyway uncomfortable re the mix up. My feeling is they would be a very supportive service.” — Mark H.

“Alan and the team at A Welch & Sons were exemplary in their service at all times. Kind and professional with no question was too small.” — Mark M.

“Nina and Ross were so kind, nothing was an issue for them. We could have as laid back, unassuming a funeral as we indeed wanted. They were offering us down to earth sensible advice — just excellent at such a devastating time for us all.” — Peter K.

“Helping you every step of the way, caring, consideration, compassionate and calm — everything you need at a time like this. I would not hesitate to recommend these wonderful people.” — Carolynn B.

“An exceptional level of service was provided by Alan and the rest of the team from start to finish throughout an obviously difficult period for our family. They showed professionalism, compassion & understanding at all stages to help make it as calm and easy as possible.” — Nigel S.

“Ollie was patient, understanding, and extremely helpful. He made the whole process as easy as possible. I hope I never have to use Ollie's services again, but if I do, I know I'll be in good hands.” — Dane

“The care and consideration from the staff really made such a difficult time much easier, everything went smoothly and we are so pleased the plan in place was with the coop.” — Becky

“Amazing care and compassion shown from Richard and Drayson and his team. This was unfortunately our second funeral in 18 months and we have always been treated the same for both.” — Mr D.

“David helped guide us through the arrangements and went out of his way to ensure everything was stress-free and respectful of my father's wishes. My father chose Lyons for his funeral and we were so glad that he did.” — Des C.

“They have been wonderful in the way they have treated both me and my family while organising my husband's funeral. Both before and on the day it was first class. They have my heartfelt thanks.” — Valerie I.

“From the first phone call they were caring, sympathetic and very helpful. I've felt supported and guided by them through this difficult time.” — Izzy F.

“From start to finish everything went respectfully smooth. Thanks to Keris and Sally for all their help organising everything, to the celebrant who conducted a perfect service, and to Kerry and her team who put us all at ease for the final journey.” — Larry B.

“Having dealt with John Kemps previously for my Mothers funeral, I had no hesitation to use them again. The arrangements were handled with both professionalism and compassion by the team.” — Tim H.

“Jo has been a fantastic support at this difficult time. I would recommend using them to everyone.” — Lisa S.

“WS Cole and son, not knowing I was there — no one to impress — were excellent. They did a fantastic service and nothing seemed too much trouble. As a funeral director myself, I would wholeheartedly recommend WS Cole and son.” — Colin F.

“We felt reassured throughout that dad was being well looked after. They took the time to talk us through the process and were very flexible to make sure we had the style of service that we were looking for. The service was beautiful.” — Graham H.

“They were reassuring and knowledgeable and supported me and my mother at a difficult time to ensure that the service at the crematorium went smoothly without any concerns.” — Joanne O.

“One of them ringing the evening before to make sure we knew exactly what was going to happen.” — Hazel G.

“Outstanding throughout.” — Donna R.

“Carly, the Funeral Director, and the two lovely office staff were a credit to your organisation, taking a lot of the stress and planning from the family. It was a great send off.” — Jim G.