Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Wakefield Funeral Services
Established in 1940, Blakey's Funeral Service is a fourth-generation family-owned and operated funeral director business serving Wakefield, Ossett, Horbury, and surrounding areas. With over 80 years of combined experience, our team provides dignified, compassionate funeral services tailored to individual needs. We offer traditional funerals, direct cremation, and pre-paid funeral plans, adhering to strict codes of practice through our affiliations with leading industry associations.Our chapels of rest in Wakefield, Thornes, and Crigglestone ensure local accessibility, while our 24/7 emergency service demonstrates unwavering commitment to supporting families during difficult times. As qualified embalmers and funeral directors, we maintain professional excellence through continuous training and adherence to modern standards, balancing tradition with contemporary service requirements.
Services
Funeral Services
Direct Cremation
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
Floral Tributes
Cremation Urns
Details
- Year established: 1940
Highlights and features
- Fourth-generation family-owned business established in 1940
- 24/7 emergency funeral arrangements available
- Direct cremation services with transparent pricing
- Members of four leading funeral industry associations
- Three local chapels of rest across West Yorkshire
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Funeral Directors
- Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors
- British Institute of Funeral Directors
- British Institute of Embalmers
Services
Funeral Services
We provide full-service traditional funeral arrangements with personalized options. Our experienced directors guide families through every step, offering chapel of rest facilities and transportation services. All arrangements comply with industry standards while respecting individual cultural and religious requirements.
Direct Cremation
Cost-effective direct cremation services without family attendance provide dignified alternatives to traditional funerals. This service includes basic cremation arrangements with transparent pricing, suitable for families seeking straightforward options or facing financial constraints while maintaining respectful care.
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
Golden Charter-approved pre-paid funeral plans allow advance arrangements with guaranteed pricing. These plans ensure personal wishes are recorded and financially secured, reducing future burdens on loved ones through regulated financial arrangements with flexible payment options.
Floral Tributes
Custom floral arrangements and tributes express personal condolences through meaningful designs. Our florists create bespoke arrangements that reflect individual preferences, from traditional wreaths to personalized floral displays that honor the deceased's life and personality.
Cremation Urns
We offer a selection of cremation urns and memorial containers for ashes. Options include biodegradable, traditional, and decorative urns suitable for various memorial practices, with guidance on appropriate choices based on individual preferences and planned commemoration activities.
People
Ian Howarth
Funeral Director
Diploma-qualified funeral director with nearly 50 years' experience. Continues family tradition started by his father Raymond in 1940, providing expert guidance while maintaining personal involvement in daily operations.
Neil Howarth
Funeral Director
Diploma-qualified funeral arranger with specialist knowledge of local Wakefield area services. Manages funeral logistics and client consultations, ensuring seamless arrangements across multiple locations.
Paul Midgley
Funeral Director
Experienced funeral director with expertise in both traditional and modern service arrangements. Provides compassionate support to families in Horbury, Ossett, and surrounding communities with personalized attention.
Lynne Howarth
Funeral Director
Diploma-qualified professional managing administrative aspects of funeral arrangements. Ensures accurate documentation and coordination of services while maintaining family-focused support throughout the process.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, direct cremation services, and pre-paid funeral plans to suit different needs and budgets across Wakefield and surrounding areas.
Can I arrange a funeral outside regular office hours?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency service ensures immediate assistance at any time through our dedicated telephone line and emergency mobile contacts.
Do you offer pre-paid funeral arrangements?
We offer Golden Charter-approved pre-paid funeral plans that guarantee your wishes and protect against future cost increases with flexible payment options.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept payments by Bacs, cheque, cash, and major debit/credit cards, with detailed invoices provided for all funeral service transactions.
Are your funeral directors qualified professionals?
All our directors hold formal qualifications and are members of multiple professional associations, with combined experience spanning four family generations.
