Bereavement support & funeral directors

“Emma checked in with me to make sure everything was ok. They looked after her and made us feel as if nothing was too much trouble for them. The funeral and the whole package was just perfect for my mum.” — Sharon M.

“I had the unfortunate experience of losing my husband while away on a cruise. This added considerably to the complexity of being able to arrange a funeral. However, Kayla and the team were very supportive and managed the complications very well, resulting in an excellent send off for Stephen.” — Karen F.

“I am impressed by the flexibility of the service offered by the Co-op and the adaptability of the staff. I am grateful and send a huge thank you to everyone concerned.” — Anne H.

“It is some years since my wife passed. She is missed by us all. I will never forget how Tracy assisted in preparing a lovely funeral and will always be grateful.” — Miles F.

“From start to finish Andrea and her team showed the greatest respect, warmth and professionalism I could have ever hoped for. Andrea helped us navigate all the challenges of producing a day of remembrance worthy of our loved one. This team have talent and I highly recommend them.” — Norma-jane B.

“We entrusted them with my Mum's funeral 5 years ago, and their exceptional service led us to choose them again for my Dad's recent passing. They handled everything with such dignity that I know my parents would have been incredibly proud of the services they received.” — Jan M.

“The funeral was beautiful — everybody who attended said how they were moved by it.” — mick g.

“The staff at F C Hughes worked very hard to accommodate all of our requirements for the service and kept us informed all the way. We look back on the service as a fitting farewell to a much loved mother and wife, and we don't have any regrets whatsoever to spoil our memories of such an important occasion.” — Richard S.

“Genuinely — a wonderful experience at such a difficult time.” — Alex J.

“The care they took of him when he arrived with them was beautiful, respectful and so reassuring for me and our sons.” — Tina S.

“Wonderful, kind and considerate, nothing was too much trouble.” — Gail D.

“The professionalism from start to finish with everyone involved was absolutely first class. Everyone was very kind, supportive and helpful.” — Mike B.

“Helen made a horrible situation into something memorable for all the right reasons. She sadly also did the funeral for my ex mother in law 18 months ago and again went above and beyond for us, which is why I knew she had to do Jason's funeral.” — Joanne W.

“Helen Craddock went above and beyond our expectations. Helen was always courteous, friendly and nothing was ever too much trouble. Thanks to Helen and the team, we gave dad the best funeral we could have ever imagined. We are eternally grateful.” — Sandra

“My family would like to thank Michael for all the compassion and understanding in organising my dad's funeral. Nothing is too much trouble. Very friendly staff and always keeping us informed.” — Annette R.

“Michael is the most nicest and caring person especially at the passing of our mum. Right from the start everything was explained and on the day everything was really good. I can't recommend this company enough.” — Pamela K.

“A special thank you to David, who was like an old friend I'd known for years. He gave me so much help and support. In a time when I was feeling very fraught, fragile and stressed they made everything absolutely painless.” — Arthur L.

“Lisa was wonderful. So kind, compassionate and professional. She guided myself and my sisters through a very difficult time and was caring in every aspect, always there if needed and keeping us informed at every stage — making a very difficult day easier, knowing mum was treated with care and dignity without being intrusive.” — Jacqueline P.

“Alfie is only 21, but honestly, he really knows his stuff. He would call regularly to check in, update me about my mum, and see if there was anything at all he could do to help. He made it happen without hesitation.” — Michelle D.

“From the very first meeting until today's funeral you and your team have been exemplary and everything we hoped for from a well established family business. We would have no hesitation in recommending you and your lovely team of compassionate professionals.” — Clive B.

“My Mum would have loved her Funeral! It was fun and we had pizzas, cake and Bingo! Gill was so very kind, caring and professional — everything went smoothly.” — Anne D.

“Gill and Lee were very mindful of our circumstances and everything was swiftly put in place. Because of family circumstances we had just 10 days to organise everything, yet they delivered a wonderful send-off for our 96 year old dad.” — Loraine W.

“The whole service end to end was handled with respect, support and kindness. I would throughly recommend this service.” — Sue B.

“I was guided through the decisions that were needed, and the funeral itself was beautifully done, with great dignity and respect, which really helped us all.” — Amanda E.