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John Kemp Funeral Directors, Herne Bay
Our Herne Bay 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.
Where to find us
Call us on
01227 208288BASED ON 2 reviews
Rating 5.0
About our Herne Bay funeral home
When you have the sad duty of planning a funeral, John Kemp Funeral Directors in Herne Bay is here for you. Providing the right support, when you need it, our quality care ensures your loved one has a tailored funeral, arranged in accordance with your wishes.
You may be unsure of how best to remember your loved one, what happens next, or feel as though you are on your own – you may just need some reassurance.
The team of funeral directors at our Herne Bay funeral home will be there to offer you professional guidance and advice, along with compassion and a comforting word, so you know you have our support throughout.
You can be sure of our experience too, with John Kemp having served the families along this stretch of the Kentish coast for over 100 years. Our funeral directors in Herne Bay has helped the local community since 2013 and we have alternative locations in Canterbury and Whitstable.
We are also the first choice of many of the families from the surrounding area, having conducted dignified send offs for those in nearby villages such as Chestfield, Hersden and Reculver.
Dignity's funeral directors in Herne Bay is here to help you. You can call us 24 hours, 365 days a year and there will be a caring member of our team ready to listen and offer advice. To arrange your loved one's funeral, contact us today.
You may be unsure of how best to remember your loved one, what happens next, or feel as though you are on your own – you may just need some reassurance.
The team of funeral directors at our Herne Bay funeral home will be there to offer you professional guidance and advice, along with compassion and a comforting word, so you know you have our support throughout.
You can be sure of our experience too, with John Kemp having served the families along this stretch of the Kentish coast for over 100 years. Our funeral directors in Herne Bay has helped the local community since 2013 and we have alternative locations in Canterbury and Whitstable.
We are also the first choice of many of the families from the surrounding area, having conducted dignified send offs for those in nearby villages such as Chestfield, Hersden and Reculver.
Dignity's funeral directors in Herne Bay is here to help you. You can call us 24 hours, 365 days a year and there will be a caring member of our team ready to listen and offer advice. To arrange your loved one's funeral, contact us today.
What we offer
- The option of a dignified funeral now and memorial service later
- Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
- Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
- Local expertise and knowledge
- Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
- Funeral services of all faiths and cultures
- Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
- Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
- Memorials and tributes
- 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.
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99 per cent of families said that Dignity met or exceeded their expectations.
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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 Herne Bay Image]()
Full Service FuneralOur costs from £3,545
Simple Funeral Service in Herne Bay
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 Herne Bay Image]()
Simple Funeral Service in Herne BayOur costs from £1,995
Where to find us
Address
8a/ 8b Sea Street
Herne Bay CT6 8SP
GB
Directions and Parking
We are on Sea Street, between the Broadway junction and Tesco Express.
You can park free of charge on Sea Street.
You can park free of charge on Sea Street.
Funeral Home Opening Times
Our staff are available 24 hours a day on 01227 208288 if you require our services outside of these hours.
| Day of the Week | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| 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
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 more![Planning a funeral]()
Planning 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 more![The funeral service]()
The 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
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 of our services
based on 2 reviews
September 13, 2019
Rating 5.0
Two of the loveliest people Brenda and Jamie helped me with my dads funeral what was the hardest time of my life they we’re both so caring and where there when I needed them anytime night or day.
Thank you
Thank you
Response from John Kemp Funeral Directors
September 13, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am pleased to hear that our team were so kind and caring to your family and that we were respectful of your needs at such a difficult time.
April 22, 2019
Rating 5.0
Very nice people helpful and a lovely funeral thankyou for all your help
Response from John Kemp Funeral Directors
April 23, 2019
Thank you for posting your review online. I am pleased that you were so well looked after by our team and that all of your wishes and requirements were carried out by the team as you had requested.