Bereavement support & funeral directors

“Alex and his staff helped us to give our loved one a perfect send off. First class service, with compassion and understanding.” — Robin G.

“William Whitmey were very professional and supported me through such a difficult time of losing my mum. They gave her the best send off on her next journey. I would recommend William Whitmey 110% — they really do care about your loved ones.” — Sharon D.

“I cannot thank you enough to make sure everything was okay from start to finish. You made it easier for me at a very sad time losing my lovely wife Christine.” — Derek B.

“Sue and Matthew gave me all the help and advice I needed. They ensured that an already stressful time was handled with dignity and friendship.” — Anne P.

“Julie was there overseeing every detail with Mum's funeral, at a time when everyone is grieving Julie made it feel so personal helping sort out everything. Mum's day was a beautiful send off to a wonderful lady.” — Sandie

“From the moment I contacted Julie at Doves she was caring, compassionate and genuinely cared that we got the best service and best day we could possibly have. Chris did absolutely everything possible to guide us through the day, helping us along and giving us support and reassurance.” — David R.

“I was very pleased with the dignified way Mum's Funeral was arranged and handled. Over-all very pleased with this Company and would use them again.” — Beverley L.

“Being on the back foot with mum passing so quickly they were really easy to deal with and considering the situation went over and above board to help. Everything was dignified and I couldn't ask for more.” — Glen A.

“So personal and professional all in one. Jack who represented this family business is 100% credit to them.” — Carole T.

“Jack called me the day before the Funeral to go through what time he would be arriving and what to do with the Flowers afterwards and it went as smooth as possible on the day itself. Made a very difficult time easier to deal with.” — Stephen L.

“Outstanding throughout.” — Donna R.

“The staff executed my father in law's funeral plan to the letter — it was a great send off and they were a credit to your organisation.” — Jim G.

“They were reassuring and knowledgeable and supported me and my mother at a difficult time to ensure that the service at the crematorium went smoothly without any concerns.” — Joanne O.

“One of them ringing the evening before to make sure we knew exactly what was going to happen.” — Hazel G.

“Took time and trouble to listen carefully to my bespoke requests and also guided my steps. The cremation on the day was seamless, and conducted in just the right balance that my late father would have appreciated.” — Robert H.

“I cannot thank Alex enough for handling the repatriation of my dear friend back to the UK and the excellent service at the funeral. You truly are wonderful.” — Mark W.

“I have already given a detailed and top class review of this service. Why am I being asked again?” — Andrew C.

“Calm, reassuring staff, offering dignity and friendliness at a difficult time.” — Joe B.

“G Hogben were excellent, they were compassionate, they did everything we requested, all with a really calming attitude. We could not have been treated any better.” — Chris S.

“They made arranging everything so easy, the majority of things needing to be done were dealt with by them at a high standard. Everyone we met through the funeral process were so kind and helpful.” — Conor B.

“The staff and Co-Op in general made the difficult task of arranging my Wife's cremation at very short notice, an easy and very respectful experience. The Tributes page and live feed made it possible for our overseas family and friends to be part of the ceremony.” — Ronnie L.

“Mel was amazing and made us feel so relaxed and was there for us without a second thought — anything needed doing she was right on it. She made us feel so at ease and not scared. Thank you so much Mel, you really are an amazing woman.” — Amanda C.

“Made my mum look absolutely stunning and smothered her in perfume just how she liked. So lovely to deal with.” — Gemma J.