Thomas Greatorex and Sons is a long-established funeral director based at 29 Knowleston Place, Matlock, Derbyshire, with roots stretching back to 1892 when Thomas Greatorex started his business in Matlock aged 34. Originally a firm of joiners, wheelwrights and blacksmiths who made horse-drawn carts, the business evolved over the decades into a dedicated funeral directing service. Two of Thomas's sons, Raymond and Roland, joined the business, and following their father's death in 1939, the firm became formally known as Thomas Greatorex & Sons Ltd. Major development of the undertaking business took place in the 1950s, when a new chapel of rest and offices were opened at Matlock Green.
The Jepson family acquired the business in 1980 and today it serves as the head office of Jepson Funerals Limited, a group with branches across Derbyshire and Staffordshire. The team at Thomas Greatorex and Sons is dedicated to guiding families through the difficult decisions involved in arranging a funeral, combining traditional values with a modern approach. Their fully trained and professional staff are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring compassionate support whenever it is needed.
The branch offers a comprehensive range of funeral services, including advice on what to do when someone dies, full funeral arrangement support, pre-paid funeral plans, and additional extras such as flowers, headstones and coffins. Their commitment to care and professionalism has earned them a strong reputation within the local Matlock community for well over a century.
"Nothing was too much trouble, the attention to detail first class. I would highly recommend Lewis and Greatorex."
— Simon Travel (about Lewis)
"Their attention to detail really kept us all at ease. They made the whole process from flowers, venues, food and the order of service such a simple process."
— Nik Boden (about Tom)
"Russell and Lewis were extremely accommodating of our friend's wishes, and handled everything so professionally and sympathetically, from the moment they were called, through to the end of the process."
— Christopher Johnson (about Russell, Lewis)
"They met me with my mood - including some dark humour when I clearly needed it - every time I interacted with any of them. They made the process so much better than it could have been."
— Fran Wyld
"They were respectful, sensitive, caring and went above and beyond to ensure that every little detail was perfect. They made what is a very difficult situation a whole lot easier."
— Ashleigh Naysmith
"The care and respect Lewis gave to us and the care for Dad was absolutely beautiful. The nicest coffin I ever did see — nothing was too much trouble, the attention to detail first class."
— Simon Travel (about Lewis)
Alexander Smithurst
Funeral Director
Alexander Smithurst is a Funeral Director at Thomas Greatorex and Sons, combining traditional values with a modern appr…
Christine Leonard
Administrator
Christine Leonard is an Administrator at Thomas Greatorex and Sons, helping to ensure families receive attentive and or…
Dawn Jepson
Accounts Manager
Dawn Jepson is the Accounts Manager at Thomas Greatorex and Sons, supporting the administrative and financial operation…
Joanne Bromley
Administrator
Joanne Bromley works as an Administrator at Thomas Greatorex and Sons, providing essential support to the team and fami…
Julie Jepson
Director
Julie Jepson serves as a Director at Thomas Greatorex and Sons, supporting the firm's leadership and operations.
Roger Jepson
Director
Roger Jepson is a Director at Thomas Greatorex and Sons and has led the firm since the Jepson family acquired the busin…
Russell Davidson
Funeral Director
Russell Davidson is a Funeral Director at Thomas Greatorex and Sons, dedicated to guiding families with care and profes…
Tom Jepson
Managing Director
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