Ernest Larner Funeral Directors
Funeral directors in Putney and Clapham Junction, caring for families across South West London and the local community.
Proud to be part of the Dignity group
Experts in care
Setting the highest standards for care, service and facilities
Supporting communities
Working with charities and carers to improve support
Local teams
Guiding families with local sensitivity and understanding
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Trusted by families across South West London
Rated 4.925 / 5 based on 40 reviews.
Rated 5/5
Angelika was so compassionate and thoughtful. She explained everything clearly and kept us informed every step of the way.
Their care home looked after our brother with care and attention, we would like to thank the young man who did this.
Thank you too David for taking our brother on the last mile of his journey.
Finally, Angelika and the Ernest Larner team, thank you, thank you thank you for everything. 💙💙💙
The Scott family
Gwen Scott, 18 April 2026
Rated 5/5
From start to finish, the whole process was made incredibly smooth and streamlined by Yanni and her team. Although there were a few indecisions within the family, Yanni guided us in the best possible way and helped us come to the right decision.
On the day itself, everything was handled professionally and exactly as it should have been. Everything was perfect for my grandmothers send-off.
I highly recommend Yanni, Karren and the whole team. Thank you again for all your care, support, and for helping us make the day so special.
LIAM DAVIS, 13 April 2026
Rated 5/5
I have used this funeral directors 2 times now. I they are very professional and friendly and very knowledgeable about what needs to be done and carried out and great at organising everything for you I give 5 stars because this is a great company and the people that work in falcon branch are lovely respectable people
Greg T, 6 April 2026
Ernest Larner
Ernest Larner Funeral Directors has become a trusted part of the South West London community, supporting families with care, compassion and expertise. Over the years, we have built a reputation for helping local families create meaningful and personal farewells, providing guidance and reassurance when it is needed most.
You can find us across South West London in Putney and Clapham Junction. Your funeral director knows their community and the people in it, and will arrange a funeral that feels right to you – whether that's traditional, alternative, or something simpler.
We're here when you need us. You can call your local funeral director at any time, 24 hours a day.
Frequently asked questions
Advice and guidance
Practical guides on arranging a funeral and what to expect.
What does a funeral director do
What a funeral director actually does, before the day and on it, how they care for the person who has died, and whether you have to use one at all.
Choosing a funeral director
What to look for when comparing funeral directors – local availability, itemised pricing, the care given to the person who has died, and how well they listen.
What to do when someone dies
The first steps after a death, in order – the medical certificate, registering, calling a funeral director and dealing with the estate, with timings.
Types of funeral
The types of funeral to choose between – burial or cremation, religious or not, ceremony or none – and how each can still be personal.
Questions to ask a funeral director
Fourteen questions worth asking before you appoint a funeral director – on costs, care, personalisation and paperwork – and what the answers tell you.
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