Funeral Directors in Shirley
Francis Chappell & Sons have been proud to serve Shirley and the surrounding areas for over 100 years.
We have three funeral directors in close proximity to Shirley. These are located in Beckenham, West Wickham and Addiscombe, East Croydon.
Each of our funeral homes have expert teams who will be able to help arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one – whether that's an unattended cremation, a highly bespoke ceremony or anything in between.
For further advice and information, to start planning a funeral, or to discuss pre-paid funeral plans, please get in touch. We're available 24/7.
Our Shirley Funeral Directors
Our Shirley Funeral Directors Offer:
- Expertise and connections in the local area to help arrange the funeral you have in mind
- Experience planning all sorts of funerals, from unattended cremations to bespoke ceremonies
- High-quality facilities where we will care for your loved one
- A peaceful chapel of rest where you can arrange to visit your loved one
- A fleet of funeral vehicles to transport your loved one and funeral attendees
- A choice of memorials, ranging from headstones to urns and more
- Various funeral plans, enabling you to pre-pay for your own funeral
Frequently asked questions
When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.
Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.
You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.
If you choose to arrange the funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. We will set it up for you using the details discussed during the arrangements. All we need is an email address.
A pallbearer is one of usually four or six people who carry, or help transport, the coffin, throughout the stages of a funeral. Coffins are often moved on wheeled biers; but bearers are still needed.