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Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors in Eltham
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London Funeral Directors in Eltham
We are Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors in Eltham, London. We understand that saying goodbye to a loved one isn’t easy, so we are here to help you by taking care of all the arrangements, relieving some of the pressure you may be feeling.
Being trusted with your loved one's funeral arrangements is an important and special duty that we do not take lightly. We will take care of everything for you, looking after every detail with heartfelt kindness and the best quality of care.
We can arrange any kind of funeral, no matter how simple or elaborate. From a traditional, religious service to a colourful woodland burial, whatever you think is right for your loved one, we will be able to help you. After all, it will be a personal event that can be a sentimental tribute to your loved one's life.
Our Eltham funeral directors opened in 1905, and is the home of two quiet and comfortable chapels of rest. For peace, solitude and reflection, we welcome you to use these for spending time with your loved one before the day of the funeral.
Our founder, John Chappell, began trading as a cabinet marker in Deptford, 1840. Since then, four generations of the Chappell family have helped our funeral directors grow and flourish to be a trusted and renowned part of South East London.
We have old ledgers in our Eltham funeral home which you are welcome to see. They date back all the way to 1924, when the cost of a funeral was £14. Our branch has expanded over the years, once a single premises with a jeweller and solicitors on either side. We merged our building with the jewellers, so we have a lot more space for the comfort and convenience of families.
We are here for you, every step of the way. Please call us today on 020 8850 1039 at any hour.
What We Offer
- Serving Eltham and surrounding communities since 1905
- 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
- Two chapels of rest for spending time with your loved one
- Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
- Memorials and tributes
- Prepaid funeral plans
Services we offer from our funeral home in Eltham
At Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors, we have a service to fulfil every wish. We understand how special life is with those that you love, which is why we always ensure every detail of what we do is carried out with uncompromising quality. Whether you would like a totally personalised Full Service Funeral, or have the flexibility for a Simple Funeral at a lower cost, you can expect the same impeccable standards.
Simple Funeral in Eltham
A complete funeral service for a lower cost, delivered with complete compassion and care.
This 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.
This 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.
Our costs from
£1,995
Simple Funeral in Eltham, from £1,995
A complete funeral service for a lower cost, delivered with complete compassion and care.
This 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.
This 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.
- Our funeral professionals will care for your loved one in our premium facilities
- A professional Arranger will provide support, guidance and co-ordinate everything for you
- The service will be at a mutually agreed time and date dependent upon availability, usually on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday
- We will provide a Funeral Director, chauffeur-driven hearse and pallbearers for the service
- Some additional services such as arranging floral tributes or obituaries are not available
To find out more, you can call us on
020 8850 1039020 8850 1039
Full Service Funeral in Eltham
Our Full Service Funeral allows you to create a totally personal commemoration to celebrate the life of the person who has died. 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.
Our costs from
£3,545
Full Service Funeral in Eltham, from £3,545
Our Full Service Funeral allows you to create a totally personal commemoration to celebrate the life of the person who has died. 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.
- Our funeral professionals will care for your loved one in our premium facilities
- A professional Arranger will provide support, guidance and co-ordinate everything for you
- Have flexibility and choice over the time, day and location of the funeral service
- We will provide a Funeral Director, chauffeur-driven hearse and pallbearers for the service
- We can add services and tailor the funeral to suit your own specific requirements
To find out more, you can call us on
020 8850 1039020 8850 1039
Why choose Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors?
Funeral services with distinction in Eltham and beyond
Providing the highest standards of care
Expert professionals available 24 hours a day
High quality facilities
Where to find us
Address
72 High Street Eltham SE9 1BT GBParking and Directions
There is paid car parking for up to four hours, and car parks at Sainsbury's, Lidl and Marks & Spencer.
We are located at the bottom of the High Street opposite St. John the Baptist Church.
OPENING HOURS
Our staff are available 24 hours a day on 020 8850 1039 if you require our services outside of these hours.
VISITING HOURS
| Day of the Week | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Sun | Closed |
Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors in Eltham is here to help you along the way
What to do when someone dies
Our step-by-step guide will carefully explain everything you need to do after losing a loved one. You can also get in touch with your local Dignity funeral director in Eltham for advice and guidance on what to do when someone dies.
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Planning a funeral
Our guide on Planning a Funeral is here to explain the process of arranging a funeral, so you can know what to expect and the choices you will have to make. Our Dignity funeral directors will be here to help you plan the service.
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The day of the funeral
This guide covers what will happen during the funeral service itself, such as the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service and the wake. Our dedicated team will be here to help you through every step of the journey.
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After the funeral
Read about the things you may still need to take care of after the funeral. We will always be here to help you, from choosing the perfect memorial to dealing with legal matters; we'll offer all the support you need.
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We take the greatest of care when we look after families. Read what our clients have to say about their experiences with our funeral directors in Eltham.
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Rating 5.0
based on 3 Reviews- Rating 5.024 September 2019The service I had from Elaine was superb, her patience and understanding was best to none.
Response on behalf of Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors25 September 2019Thank you for your online review. Our team are here to provide the highest level of service for you and we are happy this was achieved. - Rating 5.021 August 2019From the first and last telephone call I made, Elaine and the team always greeted me with a friendly, sympathetic and knowledgeable advice. They explained what was going to happen throughout, they made my unbearable situation a trouble free one.Response on behalf of Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors21 August 2019Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am pleased that you had the trust and confidence in our team to be able to deliver the service you expected.
- Rating 5.014 May 2019We were looked after with compassion & consideration during this difficult time. The service was planned in detail & I was kept up to date at all times in the run up to it. The day of the service went as well as we could’ve hoped.Response on behalf of Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors15 May 2019Thank you for posting your online review. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time and that all of the arrangements were carried out to your satisfaction.