W Williams & Son Funeral Directors
Our history
In the 1870s, William Williams, also known as Bill, was the carpenter who made the coffins for the only funeral undertakers in the village of Little Sutton. When he decided he wanted to set up his own undertaking business, his employer advised him to do so on the other side of the village, as it was small and there was little demand for such a service.
William had a son named Arthur, who ran the business for many years after his father. However, Arthur had two daughters, during a time when it was unusual for women to run a business. They had no interest in taking over, so when Arthur sadly passed away, a man called John Parry came to be in charge, who was originally their trusted hearse driver.
After the war, W Williams & Son Funeral Directors continued to grow, employing local, friendly faces and investing in more funeral homes in Whitby and Little Sutton to help better serve the families of Cheshire.
Our funeral homes


Funeral Services with distinction
Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.
Supporting you along the way
What to do when someone dies
It’s perfectly normal to be unsure of what you need to do following the death of a loved one. These step-by-step guides will carefully explain everything you need to when someone dies, helping you through each stage of the process.Find out morePlanning a funeral
Our guides on planning a funeral will ensure your loved one's send off is a personal and unique celebration of their life. We will explain how our Funeral Directors will help you plan a funeral service and support you at every stage.Find out moreThe day of the funeral
This guide will explain what happens at a funeral; including the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service and the wake. We will be here to help you through every step of the journey.Find out more