Compassionate care, transparent support, trusted by families.
Tony Clarke Funeral Directors is a trusted, family-run funeral service with over 10 years of experience supporting families across Sunderland. With branches in Millfield, South Hylton, Southwick, and Downhill, we offer a full range of services including traditional funerals, simple direct cremations and burials, prepaid funeral plans, repatriation, and memorials.
Our facilities include private chapels of rest, modern care areas, and welcoming spaces for families to spend time with their loved ones. We pride ourselves on clear advice, transparent pricing, and professional care at every stage.
Areas we serve: Sunderland, Millfield, South Hylton, Southwick, Downhill, Pennywell, Fulwell, Roker, Town End Farm, Barnes and surrounding communities.
Business highlights:
Independent & family-run
Over 10 years’ experience
Private chapels of rest
Transparent pricing
24/7 availability
Direct Cremation
Direct Burials
Traditional Funerals
Low Cost Funerals
Compassionate aftercare support
- Areas North of the River Wear:, Carley Hill, Castletown, Downhill, Fatfield, Fulwell, Hylton Castle, Marina, Marley Pots, Monkwearmouth, North Hylton, Redhouse, Roker, Seaburn, Sheepfolds, Southwick, Springwell Village, Town End Farm, and Witherwack., Areas South of the River Wear:, Ashbrooke, Ayres Quay, Barnes, Christchurch, City Centre, Deptford, Doxford Park, East End, Farringdon, Ford Estate, Gilley Law, Grangetown, Grindon, Grove, Hall Farm, Hastings Hill, Hendon, The Herringtons, Hill View, Hollycarrside, Leechmere, Mill Hill, Millfield, Moorside, Newbottle, Nookside, Pallion, Pennywell, Penshaw, Plains Farm, Ryhope, Silksworth, Shiney Row, South Hylton, Springwell, Sunderland Docks, Sunniside, Thorney Close, Thornhill, Tunstall, Warden Law, and Vaux., No matter where you are in Sunderland, help is only a phone call away. In your hardest moments, one call to us is all it takes — we’ll take care of the rest.
- Year established: 2015
- Licensed
- Insured
- Independent, family-run business
- Over 10 years of experience
- 24/7 support and guidance
- Private chapels of rest
- Affordable direct cremation and burial options
- Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
- Prepaid funeral plans available
- Modern care facilities
- Direct Cremations
- Direct Burials
- Low-cost Funerals
- Traditional Funerals
- National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD)
- Cash, Checks, Debit cards, Credit cards, Mobile payments, Bank transfers, Financing available
Tony Clarke Funeral Directors is committed to creating meaningful and dignified farewell experiences for families. We offer carefully curated additional services, including floral arrangements, catering for post-funeral receptions, and memorial gardens. Personalised coffins, ashes urns, service sheets, and memorial jewellery are available to honour the individuality of your loved one. Our team provides compassionate support and professional guidance, enabling a seamless and respectful commemoration that reflects personal wishes and cherished memories. 
Tony Clarke Funeral Directors specialises in the careful and respectful repatriation of deceased individuals, offering services for both UK citizens and those abroad. We coordinate all aspects, including liaising with local authorities and transport providers, to ensure a seamless process. Our dedicated team prioritises compassion, professionalism, and thoroughness, managing full-body and ashes repatriations to provide families with reassurance and peace of mind. 
At Tony Clarke Funeral Directors, we provide a straightforward and dignified direct cremation service designed for families seeking a private farewell without formalities. Our team manages all arrangements with compassion and integrity, allowing you to focus on grieving. With transparent pricing from £900 and 24/7 support, we ensure a respectful and seamless process for every family we assist. 
