Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Family Funeral Services in Coleford & Monmouth
Established in 1929, we have proudly served the Forest of Dean and Monmouth communities as a family-run funeral director. Our commitment to dignity and professionalism has been passed through three generations, ensuring every family receives personalized care during difficult times. We offer comprehensive funeral planning, including cremation, burial, and memorial services, supported by modern facilities in Broadwell and Monmouth. Our dedicated team provides 24/7 assistance, guiding families through administrative processes while offering compassionate support. We maintain a fleet of luxury vehicles, including traditional hearses and unique options like Victorian horse-drawn carriages.Our on-site masonry department creates bespoke memorials, and we provide eco-friendly coffin choices to meet diverse needs. We uphold transparency in pricing and procedures, ensuring clarity for bereaved families. Our Chapel of Rest facilities offer private spaces for reflection, complemented by attentive service from our experienced staff. We continually adapt to evolving funeral practices while preserving the traditions that have defined our service since inception. This enduring approach has cemented our reputation as a trusted local funeral director.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Cremation Services
Memorial Creation
Horse-Drawn Funerals
Eco-Friendly Burials
Chapel of Rest
Ashes Dispersal
Coffin Selection
Funeral Financing
Bereavement Support
Details
- Year established: 1929
Highlights and features
- Family-run business serving communities since 1929
- 24/7 availability for immediate assistance
- Personalized funeral arrangements with multiple venue options
- Experienced team with generational expertise
- Luxury vehicle fleet including traditional and unique hearses
Associations and certifications
- Golden Charter Limited
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
Compassionate support
Professional conduct
Personalized arrangements
Attention to detail
24/7 availability
Services
Funeral Arrangements
We create personalized funeral services tailored to individual preferences. Our directors guide families through every decision, from venue selection to officiant coordination. Services range from traditional ceremonies to contemporary celebrations of life.
Cremation Services
Offering direct cremation and memorial cremation services with flexible ash disposal choices. We provide guidance on urn selection, scattering locations, and memorial options for cremated remains.
Memorial Creation
Our masonry department crafts bespoke headstones, cremation memorials, and commemorative jewellery. We offer traditional granite memorials and modern glass keepsakes to honor loved ones.
Horse-Drawn Funerals
Unique Victorian-style funerals featuring black or white horses and matching mourning coaches. This traditional service option provides a distinctive tribute for special occasions.
Eco-Friendly Burials
Sustainable funeral options including biodegradable coffins and woodland burial arrangements. We advise on environmentally conscious choices that minimize ecological impact while maintaining dignity.
People
Ernest Heal
Founder
Established the family business in 1929, setting standards for dignified service that continue through three generations of funeral directors in the Heal family.
Paul Heal
Director
Third-generation funeral director maintaining family traditions while introducing modern practices. Oversees daily operations and client care standards at both locations.
Neil Williams
Director
Joined the business in 1998, bringing contemporary expertise to complement traditional values. Manages staff training and service quality assurance across both branches.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, direct cremations, woodland burials, and memorial services with customizable options to suit individual preferences.
Do you offer 24/7 funeral arrangements?
Yes, our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist with immediate funeral requirements and urgent inquiries.
Can you help with memorial design?
Our in-house masonry department creates bespoke memorials including headstones, cremation memorials, and keepsake jewellery for lasting remembrance.
Are eco-friendly funeral options available?
We offer biodegradable coffins, green burial arrangements, and sustainable memorial choices to accommodate environmentally conscious preferences.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Coleford, Monmouth, and the Forest of Dean area, with additional support available for arrangements beyond these regions.
Do you provide transportation for funerals?
Our luxury fleet includes Jaguar hearses, limousines, and unique Victorian horse-drawn carriages for dignified transportation arrangements.
