Funeral Directors > Kent > Beckenham
Welcome to Mears Family Funerals, where memories of a life well lived are cherished and honoured. Led by Managing Director Lisa McDermott, we understand the significance of saying farewell to loved ones with dignity and respect. Whether you are looking to arrange a funeral, considering a granite or marble memorial, organising an international repatriation or ordering funeral flowers, our team of caring professionals is on hand every step of the way, ensuring that your wishes are respected and that every detail is taken care of.
In times of loss and grief, we understand the importance of compassionate and personalised care, which is why the Mears family has been serving local communities for over 95 years with dedication and professionalism. We hold a deep appreciation for the unique needs and values of our local community. Our commitment to you and your family goes beyond providing funeral services; it extends to offering compassion, support, and guidance during one of life's most challenging moments. With us, you will find a warm and comforting environment where you can commemorate the life of your loved one in a way that truly reflects their individuality and celebrates their legacy. We believe that every life is extraordinary and deserves to be honoured in a meaningful way. That is why we offer a wide range of personalised funeral services and options, allowing you to create a farewell that is as unique as the person it commemorates. Whether you prefer a traditional religious ceremony or a contemporary celebration of life, our dedicated team will work closely with you to ensure that every detail is thoughtfully arranged and executed with the utmost care and respect.
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| Taking care of all necessary legal and administrative arrangements | £1,395.00 |
| Collecting and transporting the deceased person from the place of death (normally within 15 miles of the funeral director’s premises) into the funeral director’s care | £275.00 |
| Care of the deceased person before the funeral in appropriate facilities. | £250.00 |
| Providing a suitable coffin | £400.00 |
| Viewing of the deceased person for family and friends, by appointment with the funeral director (where viewing is requested by the customer) | £250.00 |
| At a date and time you agree with the funeral director, taking the deceased person direct to the agreed cemetery or crematorium (normally within 20 miles of the funeral director’s premises) in a hearse or other appropriate vehicle | £445.00 |
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| Burial (funeral director’s charges only) | POA |
| Cremation (funeral director’s charges plus the cremation fee)2 | £1,495.00 |
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For an Attended or Unattended burial funeral, the burial fee.1 In this local area, the typical cost of the burial fee for local residents is: For a new grave, you will also need to pay for the plot; for an existing grave with a memorial in place, you may need to pay a removal/replacement fee. In addition, the cemetery may charge a number of other fees. |
£1,110.00 |
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For an Attended cremation funeral, the cremation fee.2 In this local area, the typical cost of a cremation for local residents is: |
£914.00 |
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| Additional mileage (price per mile) | £2.00 |
| Additional transfers of the deceased person’s body (e.g. to their home, to a place of worship etc.) (price per transfer) | £225.00 |
| Collection and delivery of ashes | £95.00 |
| Embalming | £250.00 |
| Funeral officiant (e.g. celebrant, minister of religion etc.) | £350.00 |
| Services supplied outside of normal office hours | POA |
The funeral director can give you a full list of what they can supply. They are likely to charge for these additional products and services, so you may choose to take care of some arrangements without their involvement, or you can use a different supplier.
1. This fee (which is sometimes called the interment fee) is the charge made for digging and closing a new grave, or for reopening and closing an existing grave.
2. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, you will usually need to pay doctors’ fees as well. This is the charge for two doctors to sign the Medical Certificates for Cremation.
Prices correct as from 12/11/2024and may be subject to change. E & O.E.
97 High Street, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 1AG, UK
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