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Lilleywhite Funeral Service is Prestwich's longest established independent family-run funeral service, founded in 1897 by John Reuben Lilleywhite. Now proudly operated by the fifth generation of the Lilleywhite family, the business has been serving the local community and the wider Greater Manchester area for over 125 years. Their longstanding heritage is matched by a deep commitment to professionalism, integrity, and compassionate care.
Based on Bury Old Road opposite Heaton Park, the branch offers a warm and traditional environment with three arrangement rooms, a coffin showroom, and an on-site Chapel of Rest available by appointment. Ample on-street parking is available adjacent to the building. The team can be contacted 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, ensuring families always have access to support and advice when they need it most.
Lilleywhite Funeral Service specialises in both traditional and bespoke funerals, with religious and non-religious options available. Their services include pre-paid funeral plans, international repatriation, headstones and monumental masonry, floral tributes, and a full fleet of funeral vehicles. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00am–6:00pm, with weekend appointments available on request.
"Your service and support was outstanding — your team was there when needed with comfort, support, and excellent communication."
— Jason Tomkins
"Lilleywhites conducted my father's funeral six years ago and I had no doubts that they were the right people to conduct my mother's funeral. They are caring, compassionate and efficient and the service is second to none."
— Neil Forrester (about Gary)
"From the moment we made contact with Lilleywhites until the day of the Service, Gary showed us nothing but compassion, support and produced a beautiful Order of Service."
— Doug Politi (about Gary)
"I will be forever grateful for the help and guidance on the hardest day of our lives ❤️ Thank you to Lilleywhites for looking after Nan with the utmost respect and compassion, going above and beyond for us during a heartbreaking time."
— Amy Smith-Davidson (about Wesley)
"They took the time to understand who our dad was and helped us reflect his personality and values in every aspect of the service. Their support behind the scenes allowed us to focus on saying our goodbyes without the added stress of logistics. A special thank you to Gary and his team who went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly — their dedication did not go unnoticed and meant the world to us."
— Tania Massie (about Gary)
Amy Lilleywhite
Partner
Amy Lilleywhite is a partner in the fifth generation of the Lilleywhite family funeral business.
Anthony Hibbert
Fleet Manager
Anthony Hibbert serves as Fleet Manager at Lilleywhite Funeral Service.
Gary Jones
Manager
"They took the time to understand who our dad was and helped us reflect his personality and values in every aspect of th…"
George Lilleywhite
Partner
George Lilleywhite is a partner in the fifth generation of the Lilleywhite family funeral business.
Howard Jackson
Mortuary Manager
Howard Jackson serves as Mortuary Manager at Lilleywhite Funeral Service.
John Lilleywhite
Partner (1941–2022)
John Lilleywhite was a partner in the family funeral business and a key figure across multiple generations of service.
Julie Lilleywhite
Partner
Julie's background is in the fitness industry, where she owned a ladies fitness club for over 20 years. She joined the …
Michael Bodenham
Vehicle Specialist
Michael Bodenham is a Vehicle Specialist at Lilleywhite Funeral Service.
Olivia Boydell
Office Manager
Olivia Boydell serves as Office Manager at Lilleywhite Funeral Service.
Susan Lilleywhite
Partner
Susan Lilleywhite is a partner at Lilleywhite Funeral Service, continuing the family's longstanding tradition of care.
Wesley Weibrecht
Funeral Director
"I will be forever grateful for the help and guidance on the hardest day of our lives ❤️ Thank you to Lilleywhites for l…"
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