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Trusted Family Funeral Directors in Paignton & Brixham
Stockman & Loram is a fourth-generation, family-owned funeral service provider established in Brixham and Paignton. With over six decades of expertise, the Loram family has maintained a legacy of compassionate and personalized funeral care, transitioning from earlier ventures now owned by national chains. Our team includes six experienced funeral directors, three of whom are female, offering diverse support options for families. We provide tailored services for traditional and modern funerals, including eco-friendly green burials at Sharpham Meadow, intimate service chapels with no time constraints, and cremation jewellery.Our fees cover all necessary elements, including after-hours transfers and third-party coordination, without hidden charges. We pride ourselves on transparency, with no upselling or surprise costs, and offer 24/7 support. Our service chapels reduce costs by 800 compared to Torquay Crematorium, while partnerships with SAIF Care ensure ongoing bereavement support. As a limited company registered in England and Wales, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethical practice.
Services
Cremations
Green Burials
Service Chapels
Memorial Services
Pre-Payment Plans
Cremation Jewellery
Floral Tributes
Coffin Selections
Bereavement Support
Direct Cremations
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 personalized funeral support with no additional charges for after-hours services
- Our transparent pricing model ensures no hidden fees or surprise costs
- Offering eco-friendly green burials at Sharpham Meadow natural burial site
- Experienced team includes six funeral directors with decades of combined expertise
- Unique service chapels reduce costs compared to traditional crematorium venues
Associations and certifications
- SAIF
What people say
Compassionate and caring
Beautiful experience
Perfect funeral service
Calming influence
Fantastic Reverend
Services
Cremations
We provide traditional and direct cremation services with options for returning cremated remains to families. Our service chapels offer a more affordable alternative to Torquay Crematorium, with costs starting from 3,200. We include all necessary elements in our pricing with no hidden fees.
Green Burials
Sharpham Meadow offers natural burial options with stunning countryside views. We facilitate both full burials and interment of cremated remains in this environmentally sensitive location. Our expertise ensures respectful ceremonies that align with ecological principles while maintaining traditional funeral standards.
Service Chapels
Our private chapels in Brixham and Paignton provide flexible spaces for personal tributes without time restrictions. Clients can incorporate multimedia elements and custom arrangements at significantly lower costs than traditional crematorium venues. This option supports personalized memorials with professional execution.
Memorial Services
We create lasting memorials through cremation jewellery, ashes into glass, and personalized urns. Our bespoke visual tributes combine photographs and music for emotional ceremonies. Families receive ongoing support through our partnership with SAIF Care bereavement services.
24/7 Emergency Support
Our team provides round-the-clock assistance for immediate needs including after-hours transfers and urgent arrangements. We operate without additional charges for night calls or private address collections. This continuous availability ensures timely support during critical moments of loss.
People
Ian Loram
Director
Ian joined the family business in 2001, bringing decades of combined experience with predecessor funeral services. He transitioned operational leadership to his sons while maintaining oversight of core operations. His expertise spans traditional and modern funeral arrangements.
Vanessa Loram
Director
Vanessa plays a key role in family consultations and service coordination. She specialises in personalized funeral arrangements and provides compassionate support during sensitive periods. Her approach combines professional expertise with personal understanding of family needs.
Seb Loram
Director
As current director, Seb manages daily operations and client interactions. He continues the family legacy with modern approaches to funeral services while maintaining traditional values. His experience includes direct client support and service customization.
Dom Loram
Director
Dom shares operational responsibilities with his brother, focusing on logistical coordination and service execution. He ensures practical implementation of client requests while maintaining quality standards established over four generations of family operation.
Les Down
Funeral Director
With longstanding experience across south Devon, Les specialises in personal family support. He is particularly known in Teignmouth and Bishopsteignton areas for compassionate service delivery. His expertise includes local customs and community-specific arrangements.
Questions
What funeral services do you offer?
We provide traditional burials, cremations, eco-friendly green burials at Sharpham Meadow, memorial services, and pre-payment funeral plans.
How much does a funeral cost?
Costs vary by service type, starting from £3,200 for chapel services. Our transparent pricing includes all necessary elements with no hidden fees.
Do you offer pre-paid funeral plans?
Yes, we provide pre-payment plans covering coffin, funeral director services, and transfer arrangements for future peace of mind.
Are your service chapels available for all funeral types?
Our chapels accommodate religious and non-religious ceremonies with flexible scheduling and multimedia capabilities for personalized tributes.
Do you provide 24-hour emergency support?
Yes, our team is available 24/7 for immediate assistance with no additional charges for after-hours services.
What bereavement support do you offer?
We provide ongoing support through SAIF Care partnerships, including counselling and memorialisation options like cremation jewellery.
