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Trusted Funeral Services in North Shields
R Johnson Funeral Directors has served the community of North Shields, Tyne and Wear, for over six decades, offering compassionate and professional funeral arrangements. As a family-owned business, we prioritise personalised services tailored to individual needs, ensuring every farewell reflects the unique life being celebrated. Our expertise spans traditional cremation and burial services, direct cremation, and bespoke memorial options, all delivered with sensitivity and care. We provide cost-effective solutions through negotiated supplier rates while maintaining transparency in pricing, with detailed price lists available for client review. Our team offers 24/7 support, guiding families through every step of the funeral planning process, from initial arrangements to bereavement counselling.We specialise in creating meaningful tributes, including memorial jewellery incorporating ashes or personal elements, and cater to diverse cultural and religious traditions. With a dedicated chapel of rest and flexible viewing arrangements, we ensure families have the space and time needed to say goodbye. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in client testimonials praising our professionalism, attention to detail, and unwavering compassion during difficult times. As an accredited member of the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF), we uphold the highest standards of service and ethical practice.
Services
Cremation Services
Burial Arrangements
Direct Cremation
Bereavement Counselling
Memorial Jewellery
Funeral Planning
Chapel of Rest
24/7 Support
Coffin Selection
Eco-Friendly Options
Highlights and features
- Over 60 years of experience in funeral services
- Personalised arrangements tailored to individual wishes
- 24/7 availability for urgent support
- Bereavement counselling through SAIF Care partnerships
- Transparent pricing with downloadable cost breakdowns
Associations and certifications
- National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF)
What people say
Professional and compassionate service
Nothing was too much trouble
Made a difficult time easier
Superb attention to detail
Highly recommend
Services
Traditional Cremation Funeral
Our traditional cremation service includes professional arrangement, coffin selection, cremation fees, minister services, and hearse transportation. We handle all paperwork and provide guidance on floral tributes and memorial options. Families receive ongoing support before, during, and after the service, ensuring a dignified farewell aligned with personal preferences and budget requirements.
Direct Cremation
This cost-effective option covers essential care, basic coffin, cremation, and transportation. Ideal for families seeking minimal formalities, it provides a respectful yet straightforward solution without visitation or ceremony. We ensure all legal requirements are met while maintaining transparency in documentation and processes.
Bereavement Counselling
Through our partnership with SAIF Care, we offer professional bereavement support including helpline access, online chat, and face-to-face counselling. Our trained specialists provide emotional guidance tailored to individual grief journeys, helping clients navigate loss with understanding and compassion.
Memorial Jewellery
The See You memorial collection creates bespoke jewellery incorporating ashes, hair, or fingerprints. Available in silver or gold, these pieces offer lasting personal tributes through pendants, rings, or bracelets. Our in-house team ensures secure, discreet crafting with options for resin-embedded or compartment-based designs.
Funeral Planning
We facilitate Golden Charter funeral plans allowing advance arrangement and payment. These plans fix today's prices for our services, include third-party cost allowances, and offer flexible payment options. Plans are held in a protected trust, providing peace of mind for future arrangements.
People
Jane Broadhead
Owner
Jane Broadhead, sole owner of R Johnson Funeral Directors, leads our family-run business with over 60 years of heritage in compassionate funeral care. Her leadership ensures our commitment to personalised service, community support, and industry excellence through SAIF membership.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional cremation and burial services, direct cremation, and bespoke memorial arrangements, all tailored to individual preferences and cultural requirements.
Do you offer pre-paid funeral plans?
Yes, we partner with Golden Charter to offer prepaid funeral plans that fix today's prices and include third-party cost allowances with flexible payment options.
Are your prices transparent?
Yes, we provide detailed price lists online and explain all costs upfront, including our negotiated supplier rates for cost-effective arrangements.
Do you provide bereavement support?
We offer free access to SAIF Care's bereavement helpline, online chat, and face-to-face counselling through trained specialists.
Can I personalise memorial jewellery?
Yes, our See You collection allows custom memorial jewellery incorporating ashes, hair, or fingerprints in silver or gold designs.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve North Shields, North Tyneside, and Tyne and Wear, with nationwide support for Golden Charter funeral plans.
