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S. Carter & Son is an independent, family-owned and run funeral directors and monumental masons based in Wickford, Essex, proudly serving the immediate community and surrounding areas for over 170 years. Currently operated by the fourth and fifth generations of the Carter family, the business reflects a deep-rooted commitment to the local community and a tradition of compassionate, dignified care.
Michael Carter took over the running of the business in 1983 following the passing of his father, and remains actively involved in day-to-day operations today. His daughter Sarah joined the company in 1997, managing the office, making funeral arrangements, and personally conducting funerals. Darren, another long-standing team member, conducts funerals alongside Sarah and has strong ties to Wickford, being the grandson of the late Ernie Wood, the town's much-loved gravedigger for over 30 years.
S. Carter & Son offers a comprehensive range of funeral services, including burials, cremations, green funerals, direct cremations, and pre-paid funeral plans. With a focus on personalisation, they provide chapels of rest, bespoke order of service, funeral music and visual tributes, dove release, cremation jewellery, and funeral transport. Their phone line is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ensuring support is always on hand when it is needed most.
"I felt nothing was too much trouble for my husband's funeral just before Christmas. Every one was kind, caring and considerate. I can't thank them enough."
— Louise Ward
"They guided us through every step and made a very difficult time much easier for our family. On the day, everything was carried out with dignity and care, and the service was exactly what we wanted."
— Joseph Gough
"We dealt with Lily, who was patient and supportive throughout. Nothing was too much trouble and she dealt with all of our many queries clearly and quickly. It all helped make a very difficult process and day bearable."
— John Weymouth (about Lily)
"Liz was so thorough in finding out our history and took time to ask questions. She spoke at the service and put into words our memories of his life with us. Everything was handled so professionally with a supportive, thoughtful attitude."
— Louise Ward (about Liz)
"During an immensely sad time, S Carter & Son took the stress away from us of arranging 2 funerals. Incredibly professional with a personal touch that allowed us to grieve without worrying about the arrangements. A particular mention for Lily, for whom nothing was too much trouble."
— Paul Squires (about Lily)
"Lily conducted the initial meeting and achieved a perfect balance of empathy and professionalism. Any query we had was swiftly actioned and explained very well. She was also able to recommend a celebrant (Liz) who was completely amazing. From S. Carter & Son, Darren led on the day and made everything so incredibly smooth and respectful. Nobody wants to have to arrange a funeral but for the sad times it happens, S. Carter & Son are without doubt the best choice."
— Paul Bloomfield (about Lily, Liz, Darren)
Darren
Funeral Director
Darren has been with the company for many years and conducts funerals alongside Sarah; he is the grandson of the late E…
Michael Carter
Funeral Director / Owner
Michael Carter took over the running of the business in 1983 after his father passed away and remains very much involve…
Sarah Carter
Funeral Director / Office Manager
Sarah joined the company in 1997 and manages the office, makes funeral arrangements, and personally conducts funerals a…
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