Bereavement support & funeral directors

“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.

“A special thank you to Mrs Lindsay Wood who made sure our requirements were done exactly how we wanted, she treated us with kindness and caring and with utmost professionalism.” — David D.

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

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

“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.

“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.” — Des C.

“Special thanks to Sally and Carly - thanks for your help and support - it is appreciated.” — Ted E.

“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 from start to finish.” — Tim H.

“From the moment we contacted John Funeral Directors when my dad passed away to the courtesy call we received following his funeral was exemplary in efficiency and professionalism but above all, kindness.” — Pippa R.

“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.” — Graham H.

“Being a funeral director myself, WS Cole and son, not knowing I was there (no one to impress) were excellent. Uniforms were clean, cars were spotless and staff were friendly, polite and professional.” — Colin F.

“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, was a credit to your organisation, taking a lot of the stress and planning from the family. The staff executed my father in law's funeral plan to the letter.” — Jim G.