W James & Sons Funeral Directors
Barry
W James & Sons Funeral Directors
Barry
W James & Sons Funeral Directors
Chapel of Rest, The Yard, Fonmon, Barry, CF62 3BJ
Lines open 24 hours a day
About our Fonmon funeral home
At W James & Sons Funeral Directors, we pride ourselves on offering nothing but the best standard of funeral care. We are based in Fonmon, Barry, and have been serving our neighbouring communities of Llantwit Major, Penarth, Llancarfan, Cowbridge, St Athan and the rest of the Vale of Glamorgan for over 150 years.
It is our responsibility to help you and make this difficult time as stress free as possible. We will look after all of the arrangements and ensure that your loved one gets the send off they deserve; all you have to do is tell us your every wish. We will take our time to understand you and how your loved one lived their life so we can organise a personal and unique goodbye, which creates a lasting and special memory.
No matter how simple or elaborate, we will take care of all the details which can include arranging the service, cortege route, floral tributes and memorials. Whatever your preference, we can cater for you.
Throughout the decades, we have gained experience in planning funerals of all types; whether you favour a religious, traditional or contemporary ceremony, we have the expertise.
Looking after you as well as your loved one is our number one priority; we have a dedicated team on hand, seven days a week, night and day to support and guide you. If you need anything at all, please give us a call.
What we offer
- 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
To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 01446 710096 today.
Funeral Services with distinction
We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UKs 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.
Our services
With two packages available, we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.
If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.
View our Standardised Price List, Additional Options Price List and Crematoria Price List.
The Attended Funeral
Our Attended Funeral includes care of your loved one, a Park Coffin, a service at the place of committal which can be personalised as required for your loved one, followed by a burial or cremation.
- Attended Funeral £2395
- (includes our Park Coffin)£-
- Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister£1264
- Total estimated cost excluding optional extras£3659
The Chapel Service
When you choose the Chapel Service, our expert Funeral Directors will help arrange a one-hour service in one of our chapels. We will then conduct an unattended cremation with the highest levels of care.
Our chapels offer a peaceful setting where family and friends can remember and celebrate the life of your loved one. Once the ceremony is over, the cremation will take place without family or friends present. The cremation will be carried out with dignity and respect, overseen by one of our professional attendants.
- The Chapel Service £1795
- (includes our Park Coffin)£-
- Plus estimated third party costs for attendance of a celebrant or minister£-
- Total estimated cost excluding optional extras£1795
The Unattended Funeral
Our Unattended Funeral will best suit your needs if you want to arrange a simple and straightforward cremation without a service or ceremony, allowing you and your loved one's friends and family to commemorate them in your own way.
- Unattended Funeral £1395
- (includes our Park Coffin)£-
- (Includes cost of cremation)£-
- Total estimated cost excluding optional extras£1395
Memorials
Choose from a variety of options, including headstones and urns to memorial plaques, vases, statues, jewellery and plenty more. With a Memorial, you can create a tribute that especially reflects the life, love and cherished memories of your loved one.
Where to find us
Contact
Speak to our team 24 hours a day on 01446 710096
Our Address
Chapel of Rest, The Yard, Fonmon, Barry, CF62 3BJ
Get DirectionsFuneral home opening times
- Monday0900 - 1700
- Tuesday0900 - 1700
- Wednesday0900 - 1700
- Thursday0900 - 1700
- Friday0900 - 1700
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
24 hour availability
Outside of our funeral home’s opening times, we are available 24 hours a day by phone.
01446 710096Supporting 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We are a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors and as such we abide by The Funeral Director Code. We also have a legal obligation to try and ensure the person who is arranging a funeral has the right to do so, or has permission from those who do.
If you are aware that someone has been appointed as the administrator, you should only arrange the funeral with this person's agreement.
If there is no Will or Letters of Administration, then the responsibility would pass to the next of kin.
A Memorial is a way of creating a lasting memory to help remember a loved one.
Dignity has been established for over 200 years and is one of the UK's leading providers of Funerals and with an 'Excellent' Trustpilot rating (02/24). We are proud to help our customers every year with a diverse range of Memorial products and services to help remember their loved ones.
We offer a wide range of products – from traditional headstones, kerb sets, urns and benches to remembrance trees, plaques and vases. We also offer more personal and modern options such as jewellery, pin badges and photo related memorial products. As well as completely customised items.To organise your Memorial contact us on {{BRANCH_PHONE}}
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.
We are a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors and as such we abide by The Funeral Director Code. We also have a legal obligation to try and ensure the person who is arranging a funeral has the right to do so, or has permission from those who do.
If you are aware that someone has been appointed as the administrator, you should only arrange the funeral with this person's agreement.
If there is no Will or Letters of Administration, then the responsibility would pass to the next of kin.
A Memorial is a way of creating a lasting memory to help remember a loved one.
Dignity has been established for over 200 years and is one of the UK's leading providers of Funerals and with an 'Excellent' Trustpilot rating (02/24). We are proud to help our customers every year with a diverse range of Memorial products and services to help remember their loved ones.
We offer a wide range of products – from traditional headstones, kerb sets, urns and benches to remembrance trees, plaques and vases. We also offer more personal and modern options such as jewellery, pin badges and photo related memorial products. As well as completely customised items.To organise your Memorial contact us on {{BRANCH_PHONE}}
Our reviews
Stephen Hardisty
11th Feb 2025
The whole experience given by the staff made hard times easier. They were so good both my wife and I have decided to use W James and sons for our funerals.
Miss Debra H.
18th Apr 2023
The service my family received from W James and son funeral directors following the passing of our beloved dad was done with dignity and empathy throughout. As a family we can't thank you enough for the service provided. thank you from the Howells family
Donna Bennett (donna.bennett@dignityuk.co.uk)
18th Apr 2023
Thank you for your online review. I am pleased to hear that the service was carried out to your satisfaction. I am happy that we provided a professional service to you.
Mrs Alison D.
13th Mar 2023
Phil and his team were so kind and respectful during a very difficult time. All our wishes were carried out to a very professional and extremely high standard. Nothing was too much trouble, and any questions the family had concerns about, were quickly answered. I can not praise W James and Sons highly enough. Thank you.
W James & Sons Funeral Directors
14th Mar 2023
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us on your online review. I am pleased that we were able to look after you and your family at this difficult time. I am happy that we were able to provide you with the knowledge and understanding of a difficult situation and make things easier for you.
Mr Lloyd B.
4th Mar 2023
The team at W James and Sons looked after all the arrangements for my stepfather superbly, from the initial arrangements right through to the service on the day. Everything was handled promptly and with dignity. I can’t thank them enough.
W James & Sons Funeral Directors
6th Mar 2023
Thank you for taking the time to complete the online review.I am glad that you chose W james & son to look after your stepfather,I am glad that we were able to provide you with the dignity and respect needed at this time.
Mr Timothy B.
15th Dec 2022
This is the third family funeral that W.James and Sons have arranged for us. Very professional service from Phillip and his team and made sure that my late mother had a most beautiful send off. Very pleased indeed with such excellent and attentive service at such a difficult and sad time.
W James & Sons Funeral Directors
16th Dec 2022
Your feedback is so valuable to us and we would like to say thank you. I am pleased that we were able to look after you and your family at this difficult time. Your kind words mean a great deal to the team who always work very hard to deliver great care.
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