
Coffins and urns
Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.

We've been caring for the people of Chester since 1982. At J C Clarke & Son Funeral Directors in Hoole, we know that every detail matters.
From handling the paperwork to advising on the little touches that make the day feel right, we’re here to support you.
With clear pricing and options to fit your needs and budget, we will guide you through every decision with care and compassion, at a pace that feels right for you.
If you are weighing up the options, we can explain the difference between an attended funeral in Chester and an unattended funeral in Chester. There are more of our funeral directors in Cheshire nearby.
Setting the highest standards for care, service and facilities
Working with charities and carers to improve support
Guiding families with local sensitivity and understanding
We are situated at the foot of Hoole Bridge, opposite The Furniture Clearance Store.
These are estimated costs for a cremation. For a burial, please call us and we'll explain the costs.
Total price: £4,201
Total price: £1,745
Your local funeral director will be happy to talk through the options and help you understand costs. You can also view our Standardised price list, Additional options price list and Crematoria prices

Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.

Whether you prefer a simple bouquet, wreath, spray or coffin display we are here to help you with your decision

From a printed order of service to bookmarks and memorial cards, we can help you create stationery that reflects the occasion.
At our branch we can offer the following facilities
Wash and dress
Access to facilities for ritual washing and dressing, allowing families to care for the person who has died in line with their faith and traditions, with support from our experienced team.
Multi-faith chapel of rest
Our Chapel of Rest provides a peaceful space where you can spend time with the person who has died and say goodbye in your own way, with compassionate support from our team if needed.
A choice of transport
We offer a choice of traditional and bespoke funeral transport, allowing families to personalise the funeral and celebrate their loved one in a way that feels right for them.
A truly local service
As part of the local community, we have trusted connections with local florists, celebrants, venues and places of worship. This local knowledge helps us make arrangements smoothly, while creating a funeral that reflects the life of the person who has died.
Rated 4.76 / 5 based on 33 reviews.
I can hardly explain how grateful I am to J. C. Clarke, and in particular to Kylie, for their care during the very difficult time arranging a funeral for our very dear friend who was taken from us far too soon. From the moment Kylie took us into her care there was nothing that was too much trouble and she answered all our questions and addressed every concern, many even before we’d asked them in our own heads. She was ahead of us and beside us every step of the way. Liz’s funeral was exactly as we had wanted, down to the smallest and most personal detail, and Kylie added a small but precious detail of her own which we will carry with us forever. Kylie you are the most wonderful, warm and deeply caring person, a huge credit to yourself and a huge asset to J. C. Clarke…and you are exactly where you are meant to be. Thank you for getting us through. And thank you especially from me for never letting anything be too much trouble, for looking after me, and for caring.
Annie Tute, 15 July 2026
Very kind staff and extremely helpful
Allison H, 18 March 2026
Very satisfied with the service. Leah was very helpful and explained everything.
Neil Davies, 14 March 2026
