Bereavement support & funeral directors

“Becky and Charlotte provided constant updates and support, nothing was too much trouble. It made a very hard day easier for us.” — WENDY S.

“Mackness funeral care took care of mums funeral with such care and thought that it made a very hard day so much easier and we found ourselves celebrating mums life and smiling. I would like to thank Mackness funeral care with all my heart.” — Angela D.

“I cannot speak highly enough about the support, compassion and organisational skills provided by the team at Radcliffe Funeral Service.” — Shaun F.

“They support and give reassuring guidance to you throughout each stage of the process — they have done so for both of my parents' funerals.” — Richard B.

“Very professional and caring and put us all at ease.” — Lisa B.

“Paul, his wife and the team are a credit to their profession.” — Dean K.

“Gavin was sensitive, empathetic, and incredibly supportive throughout the whole process. He was always available to offer advice and answer even the smallest questions.” — Lysette R.

“Gavin was absolutely brilliant, he always reassured us that he was there if we needed his help at any time, which took a lot off our shoulders and nothing was too much for him or his team.” — Lynne h.

“Particular praise to Sky Burton Smith who planned the service and organised the order of service. I received lots of emails praising the whole funeral from people who attended.” — Howard W.

“What a truly amazing team — everything went smoothly at this difficult time of losing my husband. So calming and comforting at this sad time. From start to finish this experience was outstanding.” — Jacqueline L.

“A special mention to Samantha who was with my dad from him leaving his home after death up to the crematorium and it meant a lot to us to know he was so well looked after.” — Paula K.

“Helen helped us out all the way from the initial contact right up until Dad left the home on the day of his funeral. Nothing was too much for her. Such a lovely, helpful and friendly lady.” — Val J.

“I would just like to thank Peter and Sheila for the kindness and consideration shown to myself and my husband whilst dealing with the funeral of my mother. Nothing seemed too much for them.” — Jane B.

“Robert was exceptional in his involvement arranging my husband's funeral. Thankyou Robert and your colleagues for your patience and support.” — Karen M.

“Deborah and her family dealt with my brother's death with compassion and sensitivity. She came to pick up my brother within half an hour of the call, and took very good care of him. I would not hesitate to recommend Deborah to anyone, and I am very grateful for the thoughtful and careful way they handled my brother's passing.” — Sally M.

“She very kindly allowed us to use her clean comfortable chapel on a Sunday afternoon for my partner's service as my family needed to return to Scotland, and they genuinely couldn't do enough for me, keeping in regular contact throughout. I can't recommend Deborah, Kayleigh and Graham highly enough.” — Lisa S.

“Her presence was calm, steady and deeply compassionate. She handled everything seamlessly and without pressure. At every step, she brought dignity, warmth and quiet strength. She is more than an asset — she is invaluable.” — Karin D.

“Melanie looked after me throughout the whole process and the day of the funeral went without fault. The team here made my whole experience, in a difficult time, easy and seamless.” — Jamie B.

“We all felt well supported and informed at all times. Helen and all the staff were amazing — he had a fabulous send off, the perfect day.” — Debbie P.

“Such a caring, friendly and professional service provided, above and beyond — an exceptional service for my mum.” — Jacqueline R.

“The insight and support of how to provide and then deliver the best funeral for him, we couldn't have done it without you and it made such a difference. The team effort did Dad proud.” — Wendy M.

“We were guided through the entire process with care and an extremely personal service, and felt in good hands at all times. The embalmer's expert skills made Mum look more peaceful and comfortable in her final days than we had seen her look in several years.” — Janine A.