Bereavement support & funeral directors

“Nothing was any trouble to John, he was so helpful and kind. Thank you to you all for making a very hard day so much easier.” — Dannii C.

“John called, as promised, and was incredibly flexible with my visit to Shepherds. I never felt rushed to make any decision. I highly recommend Shepherd & Sons.” — Lisa G.

“Did a splendid job of arranging my father's funeral, made things very easy in this difficult time. Very professional and on call 24 hours.” — K B.

“Very professional understanding and helpful. Made a sad occasion bearable and uplifting.” — Ken W.

“It is great to see a little local business going the extra mile. Once again thank you from the bottom of my heart. HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.” — Kris W.

“My partner had always wanted Mike East to arrange her own due to past experiences, and they didn't let her down. The place is so comforting and calming. Thank you so much.” — Janet L.

“Steve, you're a true professional who reads the room and knows exactly the right things to say, bringing a touch of lighthearted much needed words. The whole experience was perfect from start to finish. From the bottom of our hearts, keep being you.” — Angie J.

“From our first phone call with Gary, he was kind and compassionate and listened to what we wanted for our son's funeral. He guided me and my wife through every step of the way, never once did we feel pressured to make a decision until we were ready.” — Ian D.

“They helped make what is a very stressful and emotional time into an occasion where you feel you are working with and for your passed loved one. Everything about the arrangements was just perfect.” — Trevor P.

“Mike helped me through the early days with care and compassion and kept me abreast of all the arrangements for my husband's repatriation from Australia to Hull. The team made a sad and stressful time more bearable.” — Hilary D.

“Lee was very comforting and helpful both times. From the first call to request their service to the end of the funeral service everything was done with compassion and efficiency.” — Matthew D.

“They handled my dad's funeral with great sensitivity, professionalism and warmth. We couldn't have asked for a better service.” — Stacey A.

“Their care, consideration and attention to detail exceeded my expectations. They catered for our every need and nothing was too much trouble.” — Sam J.

“The whole evening was so thoughtfully planned, and a fitting memorial to those family members we are all missing this Christmas. We took comfort from sharing the evening with other bereaved families and being so supported by the whole Robinson's team.” — Lynne M.

“Their caring and unobtrusive attention to every detail was taken care of, from the early hours of the morning until even after the funeral to check if we needed anything at all. It's rare in this day and age that you find kind people like this that understand and really care.” — Maria F.

“At a time we were so lost they navigated us through. Nothing was too much trouble. I cant explain how much support we were given as a family, the time they dedicated to us to explain everything.” — Nikolas W.

“Excellent service from beginning to end, we were guided through the whole process by Carol and Mike, the celebrant Alistair could not have done a better job.” — Krista E.

“Carol and Kayleigh were friendly, professional and made you feel at ease. If I was in the unfortunate situation of needing a funeral director again I would want Carol and Kayleigh to organise it again for me.” — dreamgirl

“Dom has been really wonderful throughout the process helping and guiding us to the end. His care, support and dedication is exceptional. Dad made an excellent choice.” — Christine M.

“Being able to go and visit and sit with my husband whenever I wanted, even on one of the biggest bank holidays of the year. They treated my husband with dignity and respect and all of our family with compassion - I knew my husband was being well looked after while in their care.” — Rebecca T.

“Shepherd's provided us with a very professional, friendly and helpful service at the most distressing of times. Our wishes were carried out to the letter and we were kept fully informed every step of the way.” — Sue B.

“A. Shepherd and Sons provided a professional and considerate service in planning the funeral of my late wife, covering all the details efficiently, especially considering the short time scale. It ensured that the funeral went off without a hitch.” — Mike C.