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Miller Bros. & F.P. Butler Ltd is a privately owned, family-run funeral directors established in Christchurch, Dorset, in 1910. Founded by the late Alfred George Miller, the business began primarily in building and decorating before becoming a trusted provider of funeral services to the local community. Over the decades, the business passed through the Miller family before Stuart Major, who joined in 2003, purchased it in 2011 alongside his wife Helen. Their daughter Jessica joined the team in 2018, and in 2024 Jessica's husband Kenni joined, ensuring the business remains a true family affair with deep roots in the Christchurch community.
Located at 119 Bargates, Christchurch, the team prides itself on delivering the highest standard of funeral service and support, offering a personal 24-hour service for those in need. As members of the National Association of Funeral Directors, they adhere to a strict code of practice. Services include traditional burial, traditional cremation, and direct cremation options, all handled with compassion and professionalism that has earned them an outstanding reputation across generations of local families.
"Nothing was too much trouble. They were kind, considerate, respectful and professional. I used Miller Brothers for both my parents' funerals."
— Janat Hall
"They are a family run business & we felt very cared for by them, they took great care of everything from start to finish. We could not have been served better."
— Paul Yates
"I live a long way away in Cumbria so it was much appreciated. On the day everything went smoothly and it was lovely that Graham's guitar could be on display."
— Ros Smith (about Stuart)
"Jessica arranged everything perfectly and Andrew was by our side throughout the morning. Both were amazing and I cannot thank them enough."
— Janat Hall (about Jessica, Andrew)
"I greatly appreciated the personal attention provided by Stuart; he rang me in advance of each main step of the process, and again after to confirm it had taken place. It was very reassuring and helped lessen the grieving process."
— Dorset Resident (about Stuart)
"Stuart came out to collect Mum middle of the night & I so appreciated his kindness & gentle caring manner. They helped with my disabled husband to be able to travel with us. I can't thank them all enough for everything they did. The service received was outstanding."
— Katrina Hampshire (about Stuart)
Helen Major
Company Director
Helen became a Company Director in 2011 alongside her husband Stuart, responsible for accounting and the day-to-day org…
Jessica Lyons
Company Director & Funeral Director
Jessica joined the family business in 2018, leaving her career in the travel claims industry to work alongside her pare…
Stuart Major
Company Director & Funeral Director
"Stuart came out to collect Mum middle of the night & I so appreciated his kindness & gentle caring manner. They helped …"
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