Bereavement support & funeral directors

“Jane was very sensitive from start to finish, always putting my feelings first. Thank you for making a very difficult time easier to cope with.” — Brian B.

“We have trusted them with both of our parents' funeral arrangements and cannot recommend them highly enough. She has supported us through this difficult time and has guided us in making our mum's final time as loving as possible.” — Anita I.

“I couldnt have done this on my own and Sarah was so helpful. Really good help and care all through the process.” — sue m.

“Every detail was discussed in a very kind and thoughtful manner including minor details that are easily forgotten at such a stressful time. They made a sad day into a beautiful day.” — Lisa C.

“Luke was very helpful and knowledgeable. He guided us through the planning for mum's funeral and was polite, professional and caring at all times. The staff were considerate of our feelings throughout. We can't fault the service received.” — Trish S.

“Luke was very understanding and caring when dealing with us, talking us through what the steps were. I cannot recommend Hinkleys enough for their help, guidance and professionalism.” — Donna C.

“Co-op Funeralcare in Hastings is a lovely and welcoming funeral home. Mary the funeral director was very warming and welcoming. Would highly recommend.” — Demi R.

“Kind, caring and very efficient. We couldn't have wished for a better service for our father.” — Ian T.

“I can't imagine she wanted to attend her own funeral, but I know if mum had been there to see it she'd have been very happy with everything. It went like clockwork and everything she'd requested was done professionally and respectfully.” — Mark S.

“They acted at all times in a kind and gentle yet dignified and professional manner, easing the administration burden at this difficult time.” — Damien H.

“The empathy and care they all show is wonderful and most reassuring during difficult times.” — Lucy W.

“They listened with such understanding and sympathy. Everything was with compassion and dignity.” — Wendy P.

“Going into arranging our Mum's funeral was not going to be easy, but Bexhill Funeral Service staff were absolutely excellent from beginning to end and made the whole process much easier for us as a grieving family. They were so kind, so professional and very caring and respectful too.” — Sue C.

“They surpassed all my expectations with the funeral announcement and service programmes. On the actual day they were amazing and I was thrilled to receive the complimentary folder and picture of my mum in a great frame.” — Sue T.

“They are sensitive and gentle, they explained things, slowly giving us time to take in all the information. They looked after Stephen beautifully for us.” — Sally P.

“Nothing was too much trouble for Becki or Diane in organising both the service and committal in accordance with family wishes. The support throughout, always going the extra mile, made a difficult time so much easier and gave us so much reassurance when entrusting a loved one to their care.” — David W.

“She really got us through our sad time — we were treated with complete understanding and dignity, carried out with a dignified and professional manner and most of all compassion.” — Steve K.

“When I spoke of my Dad and his interests they managed to pick a celebrant who was perfect and to top it off she had known my Dad which made the service so much more personal.” — Laura J.

“Christopher Stringer has been our family funeral directors for generations. The pressure totally taken away from us, very discretely at such an emotional time. Thank you so very much for your love and caring compassion.” — Sharon B.

“During the funeral itself, it was really comforting to have Chris there - he had just the right balance of being in the right place at the right time, but also never 'interfering'. It gave me a sense of confidence to see him at a difficult time.” — Matt T.

“They stepped up and made all the arrangements for the family being so close to Christmas. We couldn't fault the services they performed from Tara in the office from the very first appointment to the funeral director Ian on the day of the funeral.” — Amanda I.

“It was like being looked after and helped by understanding friends. You eased us through a very difficult time.” — julia m.