Bereavement support & funeral directors

“Lara maintained great communication throughout, by both telephone and emails, and often out of hours too. Lara made what is such a difficult time, much much easier with her kind and compassionate manner.” — Rachel T.

“Back in October at the darkest of days along came Simon who arranged Dads funeral. Simon was professional and compassionate but most of all just very kind, we even had a few laughs which was lovely. All aspects of Dads funeral were perfect, from the Celebrant to the bespoke coffin which was stunning. The Taylor family would like to say to Simon a big heartfelt thank you for looking after our dear Dad.” — Susan T.

“My mother and myself were treated with the most upper respect. They were very kind. I could not fault the funeral — did my mother proud.” — Sharon M.

“We honestly can't thank Sam and the team enough. Excellent service, from the start, calm and peaceful environment for dad to rest.” — Michelle J.

“They were very kind and compassionate and treated us and my mum with the utmost respect. Thank you all so very much for being there for us at our desperate time.” — Clare S.

“Mark offered the ultimate in professionalism, service, empathy and any other quality that one might require at a similarly sad time. Mark, I cannot thank you enough. You are a gentleman.” — Stephen C.

“We were treated with dignity and respect, almost like friends. I know my father was well looked after and all our wishes and requests were respected. Janice was amazing and nothing was too much trouble.” — Moon C.

“She was just so caring, supportive and extremely professional. Thank you for the respect and dignity you gave to my brother — the whole team were just such a support to us including Andrea who was our first port of call.” — Louise F.

“From the very beginning we were treated with the utmost respect and our wishes accommodated. On the day itself the service and care was very efficient and dignified. I would recommend them without a second thought.” — Julie M.

“Every little thing was accommodated for above and beyond. The service is excellent from the 1st phone call to the final day and even aftercare. Staff are extremely helpful and very pleasant.” — Kay L.

“They create such a calm, supportive environment and truly go above and beyond for people during incredibly difficult moments. A credit to their profession.” — Kristina C.

“You allowed us to have what we wanted for mum, you were very supportive and very compassionate at such a difficult time. We couldn't have chosen a better place than Freeman Daynes.” — Rob S.

“Kindness and courtesy are needed in times of sorrow and Wettons had both in plentiful supply. Nothing and no-one was rushed - every detail was attended to and we were given as much time as we needed at every point of the funeral. I cannot fault Wettons for the service they provided.” — Carol M.

“Mel sat back and listened as, at times me and my 3 siblings asked question after question. Thank you very much for your patience, you looked after us at a low point and made things so much easier. Also a special thanks to Nigel Turner who spoke of Gordon with such warmth even though he never met him.” — Stephen H.

“Fantastic job of my dad's funeral, everything was smoothly done and very caring service from Margo and Lynn. Can't recommend Co-op funeral highly enough - they'll take good care of your loved one.” — Michael D.

“Staveley coop funeral and Jo have been 1st class from start to finish with dealing with my mums funeral, can't fault them.” — Carol N.

“Jo and Mel are a credit to you as a company. If the world was full of people like you two it would be a much better place.” — Gemma T.

“My mum was laid to rest with respect and care. The team at Spire were really accommodating, very caring and deeply respectful. I speak for my two sisters who also felt the same.” — Victoria (.

“Thank you to Paul Wilson and colleagues of Staveley for their help, guidance and support from beginning to end during our sad loss. Nothing was too much trouble, very friendly, caring and professional service.” — Pat S.