Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors, Eltham

Our Eltham 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

72 High Street

Eltham SE9 1BT

Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors in Eltham

Call us on

020 8850 1039

Call us on

020 8850 1039

BASED ON 6 reviews

About our Eltham funeral home

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

The option of a dignified funeral now and memorial service later
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

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.

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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
_£3,545
Current 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 FuneralOur costs 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, please call us on 020 8850 1039, or read more about our dignified funeral now, and service later.
Simple Funeral Service in Eltham
A complete funeral service for a lower cost, delivered with complete compassion and care.
Our costs from
_£1,995
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.
Simple Funeral Service in ElthamOur costs from £1,995
A complete funeral service for a lower cost, delivered with complete compassion and care.
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, please call us on 020 8850 1039

Where to find us

Address

72 High Street

Eltham SE9 1BT

Get Directions

Directions and Parking

We are located at the bottom of the High Street opposite St. John the Baptist Church.

There is paid car parking for up to four hours, and car parks at Sainsbury's, Lidl and Marks & Spencer.

Funeral Home Opening Times

Our staff are available 24 hours a day on 020 8850 1039 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	09:00 - 12:00
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.

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.

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What to do when someone dies
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.

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How much does a funeral cost?
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.

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Funeral Notices
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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Prepaid Funeral Plans

Reviews for Francis Chappell & Sons Funeral Directors in Eltham

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.

5.0

based on 6 reviews

Mr Robert W.

August 15, 2020

A big thank you to FC, there was no pressure at all, lots of help and time to make up your mind. Special thanks to both Elaine and Lee for being so patient and giving a dignified service and great send off for our mum.