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R C Payne & Son Funeral Directors, Shirley
Our Shirley Funeral Directors can provide a meaningful funeral now for your family and an additional memorial or commemorative service later once everyone can be together again.
Our location
About our Shirley funeral home
Providing funeral care to the local community since 1997, R C Payne & Son Funeral Directors in Shirley, Southampton, is here when you need us the most. We can help at this difficult time, by taking care of your loved one's funeral.
The arrangements for your final goodbye could not be in safer hands. We have been entrusted with the care of both families and loved ones ever since our first funeral home in Southampton opened in 1887. Since that time we have continued to offer support and comfort to those who have experienced loss, continuing to uphold the values of kindness and compassion that guided our founder, Robert Chapman Payne, more than 130 years ago.
You can be sure that the team at our Shirley funeral directors will use their expertise, offering advice and guidance, to ensure your loved one's funeral is in accordance with your wishes.
Our funeral home can be found on the Shirley Road, opposite St Boniface Catholic Church. We are easily accessible to the Shirley community, and also to those from the neighbouring parts of Southampton, such as Lordswood, Maybush and Portswood.
It has been our honour to serve local families over the years, and we are here to do the same for you. To speak with our funeral directors in Shirley, and to arrange a funeral for your loved one, call us today.
The arrangements for your final goodbye could not be in safer hands. We have been entrusted with the care of both families and loved ones ever since our first funeral home in Southampton opened in 1887. Since that time we have continued to offer support and comfort to those who have experienced loss, continuing to uphold the values of kindness and compassion that guided our founder, Robert Chapman Payne, more than 130 years ago.
You can be sure that the team at our Shirley funeral directors will use their expertise, offering advice and guidance, to ensure your loved one's funeral is in accordance with your wishes.
Our funeral home can be found on the Shirley Road, opposite St Boniface Catholic Church. We are easily accessible to the Shirley community, and also to those from the neighbouring parts of Southampton, such as Lordswood, Maybush and Portswood.
It has been our honour to serve local families over the years, and we are here to do the same for you. To speak with our funeral directors in Shirley, and to arrange a funeral for your loved one, call us today.
What we offer
- The option of a dignified funeral now and memorial service later
- Professional advice, compassionate care, registry of the death and a tailored funeral
- Funerals arranged to meet your specific needs
- Local knowledge of Shirley and the surrounding Southampton area
- Cremation and burial services
- Funerals for any faith, belief system or culture
- Chapel of rest, for visiting your loved one
- A full fleet of funeral vehicles and bespoke options by arrangement
- Memorial masonry and other carefully crafted tributes
- Family protection with prepaid funeral plans
Funeral Services with distinction
We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UK's finest funeral directors, with each and every one committed to setting superior standards.
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.
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.
99.0%
99 per cent of families said that Dignity met or exceeded their expectations.
97.7%
97.7 per cent of people said that they would recommend Dignity.
Our funeral services
With two packages available, we will arrange a funeral for your loved one suited to your requirements. Whether it's a traditional or a more contemporary service, you have choice with our Full Service Funeral. If a little flexibility with the arrangements is not a problem, a Simple Funeral at a lower cost may be preferable.
Full Service Funeral
Our Full Service Funeral allows you to create a totally personal commemoration to celebrate the life of the person who has died.Our costs from£3,545Current restrictions might mean that you can’t have a funeral today how you imagined it to be. However, we can still provide a dignified and meaningful funeral now and a memorial or commemorative service later.Our service is delivered with expertise and uncompromising compassion. We will care for the deceased with the utmost care and respect in our own professional premises and will take on the responsibility for ensuring every detail is taken care of to the highest standards. You can rely on us to make a difficult time a little easier.![Full Service Funeral in Southampton Image]()
Full Service FuneralOur costs from £3,545
Simple Funeral Service in Southampton
A complete funeral service for a lower cost, delivered with complete compassion and care.Our costs from£1,995This kind of service is suitable if you have the flexibility to choose from a limited choice of dates and times for the service and you do not want to have a lot of additional services added to the funeral. You can rest assured that we will never compromise on the care we provide when looking after your loved one.![Simple Funeral Service in Southampton Image]()
Simple Funeral Service in SouthamptonOur costs from £1,995
Where to find us
Address
374 Shirley Road
Shirley
Southampton SO15 3HY
GB
Directions and Parking
You can find us opposite St Boniface Roman Catholic Church on Shirley Road.
There is free car parking available on the surrounding streets.
There is free car parking available on the surrounding streets.
Funeral Home Opening Times
Our staff are available 24 hours a day on 023 8077 3776 if you require our services outside of these hours.
| Day of the Week | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:30 - 16:30 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 16:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 - 16:30 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 16:30 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 16:30 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Supporting you along the way
We understand that there is a lot to think about, so if you do need assistance with your loved one's funeral arrangements, our funeral experts will offer you all the support you need.
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What to do when someone dies
In the wake of a loved one's passing, it can often be difficult to see ahead as to what happens next. Our step-by-step guide aims to clear some of the uncertainty, giving you an insight on what to do when somebody dies.Find out more![Planning a funeral]()
Planning a funeral
For suggestions on how to make your loved one's send off a more personal or unique tribute, we have put together these guides. However you choose to celebrate your loved one's life, our funeral directors will be here to advise and support you throughout.Find out more![The funeral service]()
The day of the funeral
It is normal to be apprehensive about a forthcoming funeral and this guide looks at what actually happens on the day. When the time arrives, you can be sure that our funeral directors here in Shirley will be on hand to help you before, during and after the service.Find out more
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.
Learn More: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.
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.
Learn More: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.
Learn More:Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.
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Reviews for R C Payne & Son Funeral Directors in Southampton
Read what the families we have previously helped say about us:
based on 5 reviews
February 4, 2020
Rating 4.0
Very good service. Friendly and understanding
Response from R C Payne & Son Funeral Directors
February 5, 2020
Thank you, your comments allow us to make sure that we are providing the highest level of support to our families.
July 16, 2019
Rating 5.0
A very calm and respectful service.Everything was handled with dignity and professionalism. Staff were amazing and cars beautifully polished. Thank you to everyone involved in Mums funeral.
Response from R C Payne & Son Funeral Directors
July 17, 2019
Thank you for your kind thoughts posted on your review. Your feedback is always valuable to us and I am please the team looked after you so well.
June 9, 2019
Rating 5.0
As a family our world was turned upside down by the sudden loss of our father, but Dignity was on hand to walk us through this sad time by arranging for R C Payne &Son Funeral Directors to help us.
Miss C was most helpful and helped us arrange the perfect send off for our beloved dad. No detail was overlooked. Dad was a D Day veteran and we wanted a union flag on the coffin as there was to be a representative from the Royal Marine’s present to play the last post. On the day Miss C even arranged for the pull bearer’s to be ex military men Which was a really nice gesture. Every step of the way we were treated with compassion and respect and nothing was too much trouble. As a family in mourning we would like to thank everyone at Dignity and R C Payne’s for all their help.
Miss C was most helpful and helped us arrange the perfect send off for our beloved dad. No detail was overlooked. Dad was a D Day veteran and we wanted a union flag on the coffin as there was to be a representative from the Royal Marine’s present to play the last post. On the day Miss C even arranged for the pull bearer’s to be ex military men Which was a really nice gesture. Every step of the way we were treated with compassion and respect and nothing was too much trouble. As a family in mourning we would like to thank everyone at Dignity and R C Payne’s for all their help.
Response from R C Payne & Son Funeral Directors
June 10, 2019
We appreciate you leaving a review online for your experience with R C Payne & Son Funeral Directors. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the dignity and respect needed at this time and that the arrangements for your Father were carried out to your satisfaction.
April 25, 2019
Rating 5.0
the service I received from start to finish was excellent the consideration and understanding was first class from branch to crematorium and afterwards john maclean
Response from R C Payne & Son Funeral Directors
April 26, 2019
Thank you for posting your review online. I am pleased that you were so well looked after by our team and that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time.
April 17, 2019
Rating 5.0
The service received from R.C. Payne for my mother's funeral was exceptionally high. We dealt with Glynn who was always warm, friendly and approachable. Nothing was too much trouble and at each step of the way leading up to the funeral date he kept us informed and was thoroughly efficient in a caring manner. He dealt with the obituary announcement, arrangements for order of service and charitable donations etc. Everything was faultless and Glyn also referred us to an Orator for the actual service. He listened to our requirements and held the service specifically tailored to our wonderful Mum. We "did her proud" thanks to R.C.Payne and people commented on how touching the funeral service was. We cannot praise them highly enough.
Response from R C Payne & Son Funeral Directors
April 17, 2019
Thank you for sharing your experience with us on your online review. I am pleased that we provided the highest level of care and guidance for you and your family and that we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time.
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