Bereavement support & funeral directors

“They looked after my beloved husband with such care and compassion. I simply can't praise Welham Jones in Sevenoaks highly enough for everything they have done for me and my family at this extremely emotional time.” — Cheryl P.

“Debbie checked in on me all the time — not just to discuss arrangements but to make sure I was ok.” — Mary B.

“Karen, I found so easy to talk to and explain what we wanted. Nothing was too much, so we felt comfortable to ask anything we were unsure of. The attention and professionalism of all the staff exemplary.” — Sue R.

“Jack visited my home to lead me through the entire process of the funeral day, even right down to where everyone would sit in the chapel, to the placing of the order of service sheets. I cannot praise and recommend this company highly enough.” — Madeleine

“Grandma chose Hodges before she passed and would have been really pleased with everything. Sarah went above and beyond to make sure everything was just right and was so friendly and helpful from the very first time we went in, that everyone felt at ease to discuss options for the day.” — Zara P.

“I sadly lost both my parents in the space of 2 months so have had 2 funerals to arrange. Sarah at W Hodges was fantastic. For such a sad event, she made it all feel easy to deal with and I didn't need to worry as I knew she had everything covered!” — Vivien C.

“Doves were incredible, giving us a 'one-stop package', arranging the Crem, Church, casket, flowers, order of service, tribute site and everything we needed — the rest of the family live 200 miles away.” — Rebecca E.

“The gentle informative manner and the kindness stood out for me. The day before the funeral I received a reassuring call to say all was going to plan and what I could expect on the day.” — Lindsey K.

“Never pressured or pushed, allowing me to take my time with all the overwhelming decisions I had to make. They show real compassion & care, keeping us informed every step of the way. The level of respect was exceptional.” — Kellie H.

“We felt safe and secure that we were being looked after all the way through the entire process. So professional, friendly and happy to go the extra mile.” — Melanie D.

“Lucy was a wonderful caring person who looked after us with sympathy and understanding. Indeed on the day all the staff were excellent and everything went smoothly.” — Paul T.

“James Huntington is such a lovely man, who took the time to listen and understand who my husband was and his life. This allowed him to do a very moving service at the graveside and impressed everyone.” — Kathleen H.

“They exceeded our expectations. From our very first meeting with Nigel and Stanley to the very end, they were exceptional – very kind, respectful, considerate and helpful with each stage.” — Michelle N.

“From the first meeting with Nigel to arrange my dad's funeral he was compassionate and understanding and took time to explain and arrange everything for us. We would like to thank you all for making an extremely difficult time easier and a lot less stressful.” — Faye W.

“She supported us well from the first contact to the funeral. Would highly recommend.” — Andrianna F.

“From start to finish they have been so supportive, professional and caring. Nothing was too much trouble and made what was a very difficult time easier for me.” — Lyn R.

“We could not have found a more sympathetic and genuinely caring person in Tansy, to help us with the arrangements for my mother's funeral and the subsequent interment for her back with my father in Birmingham.” — Martin W.

“Their attention to detail was amazing and the respect they showed Mum on her journey to the Crematorium was touching. We cannot thank them enough.” — Carol C.

“Rosanna did a great job with all the administration and the team did a wonderful job on the day. A great send off for our dad.” — Tracey H.

“John our Funeral Director was calm & collected and ensured everything was done with military precision.” — Michael W.

“She was available to us, despite it being over the Christmas and New Year period, at any time when we needed to speak to her.” — Laura W.

“Amanda was so kind and compassionate, kept me informed at every stage of the arrangements, she provided much needed support at a very difficult time.” — Maureen B.

“From start to finish, Rai was absolutely lovely. I was kept up to date on everything. Can't thank Rai and the team enough.” — jodie l.

“They helped us enormously through the process of the cremation and the service. I can not fault the service of the co op funeral arrangements and would recommend the service to anybody.” — jean h.