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George Skea Funeral Directors, Helensburgh
We take the greatest care as we look after the families of Helensburgh.
Our exceptional service for the lowest price within our local community. Guaranteed.
Our exceptional service for the lowest price within our local community. Guaranteed.
Where to find us
Call us on
01436 678887BASED ON 3 reviews
Rating 5.0
About our Helensburgh funeral home
George Skea Funeral Directors in Helensburgh offer the highest standards in funeral care to all of the families in the local community. We believe that life with those we love is deeply personal, and that funerals should be no different. We will help you to plan the funeral, making the arrangements on your behalf, so everything can be a little bit easier for you.
Our funeral home on East Princes Street is within walking distance of Helensburgh Central Train Station, so we are easily accessible to the wider community.
Whatever type of funeral you decide is the best fit for your loved one, we will do everything we can to make it happen. We also offer you our full support, and will give any advice or guidance you might need to help decide how you want the funeral service to be.
As Dignity funeral directors, we pride ourselves on our excellent service. We are always here for you; when you need us most, we will only ever be a phone call away.
Our funeral home on East Princes Street is within walking distance of Helensburgh Central Train Station, so we are easily accessible to the wider community.
Whatever type of funeral you decide is the best fit for your loved one, we will do everything we can to make it happen. We also offer you our full support, and will give any advice or guidance you might need to help decide how you want the funeral service to be.
As Dignity funeral directors, we pride ourselves on our excellent service. We are always here for you; when you need us most, we will only ever be a phone call away.
What we offer
- Price Promise: Lowest price guaranteed
- 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.
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
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Tailored Funeral
A fully personalised funeral arranged and conducted by our expert teams in accordance with your exact wishes.
We will provide you with a service that is truly personal and will meet your exact requirements and wishes. We will provide all of the necessary care for your loved one and allow you to personalise the funeral with any additional services you wish.From£1,745plus £902 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.plus £902 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.Find out moreTailored Funeral
A fully personalised funeral arranged and conducted by our expert teams in accordance with your exact wishes.From£1,745plus £902 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.plus £902 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.Tailored FuneralFrom £1,745
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Simple Funeral
A complete funeral service at a lower cost, arranged and conducted by one of our expert Funeral Directors.
Our Simple Funeral comes at a lower cost, with a limited range of choices, without compromising on the quality of service that is delivered.From£1,450plus £902 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.plus £902 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.Find out moreSimple Funeral
A complete funeral service at a lower cost, arranged and conducted by one of our expert Funeral Directors.From£1,450plus £902 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.plus £902 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.Simple FuneralFrom £1,450
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Parlour Service
A Parlour Service hosted at a Dignity Parlour, followed by an unattended committal.
We provide a cremation funeral with a one-hour service conducted at one of our specialist service venues, before a cremation takes place at our chosen crematorium.From£1,350plus £190 estimated third party costs for attendance of a celebrant or minister.plus £190 estimated third party costs for attendance of a celebrant or minister.Find out moreParlour Service
A Parlour Service hosted at a Dignity Parlour, followed by an unattended committal.From£1,350plus £190 estimated third party costs for attendance of a celebrant or minister.plus £190 estimated third party costs for attendance of a celebrant or minister.Parlour ServiceFrom £1,350
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Direct Cremation
An unattended, yet dignified committal for your loved one.
Our Direct Cremation service provides all of the necessary care for when someone has died and ensures a dignified cremation is carried out without any ceremony or mourners in attendance.From£750Includes cost of cremationIncludes cost of cremationFind out moreDirect Cremation
An unattended, yet dignified committal for your loved one.From£750Includes cost of cremationIncludes cost of cremationDirect CremationFrom £750
Our Price Promise
Our exceptional service for the lowest price within our local community. Guaranteed.
We regularly check our competitors’ prices and are confident that we are unbeaten locally.
To give you further peace of mind, we also promise to match any local prices you may find after arranging a funeral with us.
We regularly check our competitors’ prices and are confident that we are unbeaten locally.
To give you further peace of mind, we also promise to match any local prices you may find after arranging a funeral with us.
Where to find us
Address
31 East Princes Street
Helensburgh G84 7DE
GB
Directions and Parking
Please call us before your visit if you require further help with directions.
Please park in the red chipped area at the front of our funeral home.
Please park in the red chipped area at the front of our funeral home.
Funeral Home Opening Times
Outside of normal hours, visits can be made by appointment only.
| 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 |
24 Hour Availability
Outside of our funeral home’s opening times, we are available 24 hours a day by phone.
Call 24 hours on 01436 678887Supporting 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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Registering a death in Scotland
If a loved one has passed away, you’ll need to register the death as soon as possible. Our guide will explain everything you need to know to help you when registering a death in Scotland.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.
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.
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.
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.
Reviews of our services
based on 3 reviews
January 25, 2021
Rating 5.0
The team are very organized and helpful and understanding of the situation. I felt very relaxed and confident that all my late family member's wishes would be accommodated as requested. Andy at the Helensburgh office was friendly,helpful and very efficient, kept me updated all the way through the process. Thank you very much to all the staff.
Response from George Skea Funeral Directors
January 26, 2021
We are incredibly grateful that you took the time to leave us this review. It’s good to hear that you and the family received helpful guidance through this time and that we managed to make the day run as smoothly as possible for you.
August 23, 2019
Rating 5.0
Meghan, Grace and the team helped to make a very difficult day go by seamlessly
Response from George Skea Funeral Directors
August 23, 2019
Thank 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.
July 1, 2019
Rating 5.0
Compassionate, patient and really professional service that took care of us and our loved one at what was a profoundly difficult time. From the moment we walked through the door we knew had made the right choice and everything was taken care of exactly to our requests. All of the staff were lovely and couldn’t do enough for us before, during and after the service.
Response from George Skea Funeral Directors
July 3, 2019
Thank you for the kind comments posted on your online review. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the dignity and respect needed at this time and all of your wishes and requirements were carried out by the team as you had requested.
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