Business Details
41 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Funeral Service Provider in Kettering & Wellingborough
Jack Warwick Funeral Service is a family-owned business established in 1985, serving Kettering, Wellingborough, and surrounding areas. As the oldest independent member of SAIF and NAFD in Kettering, we combine decades of experience with a compassionate approach to funeral planning. Our services include traditional funerals, unattended cremations, green burials, and pre-paid funeral plans through Golden Charter. We offer personalized arrangements, from floral tributes and memorials to eco-friendly coffins and bespoke cremation jewellery.Our team provides 24/7 support, ensuring every detail reflects the family's wishes while maintaining the highest standards of care and professionalism. With two locations and a dedicated staff, we prioritise transparency, flexibility, and local knowledge to meet diverse needs during challenging times.
Services
Traditional Funerals
Unattended Cremations
Green Burials
Pre-Paid Funerals
Memorial Services
Cremation Jewellery
Funeral Flowers
Ashes Scattering
Bereavement Support
Online Tributes
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Family-owned with 40+ years of combined expertise in funeral services
- Eco-friendly options including green burials and biodegradable coffins
- 24/7 availability for immediate support during emergencies
- Pre-paid funeral plans through Golden Charter since 1995
- Personalised memorials and floral tributes tailored to individual wishes
Associations and certifications
- SAIF
- NAFD
What people say
Compassionate and professional
Nothing too much trouble
Guided us through process
Flawless service
Dignified send-off
Services
Traditional Funerals
We provide full-service traditional funerals with tailored arrangements, including chapel of rest visits, hearse transportation, and coordination with crematoriums or burial sites. Our team guides families through every step, from selecting coffins to arranging floral tributes and order-of-service booklets. With decades of experience, we ensure ceremonies reflect cultural, religious, or personal preferences while maintaining dignity and respect.
Green Burials
Our eco-friendly burial options include biodegradable coffins made from willow, bamboo, or cardboard, and natural woodland sites. We assist in planning ceremonies that align with environmental values, avoiding embalming chemicals and non-recyclable materials. This service supports families seeking sustainable end-of-life choices, combining ecological responsibility with meaningful tributes in serene outdoor settings.
Pre-Paid Funerals
Through Golden Charter, we offer pre-paid funeral plans to alleviate future financial and emotional burdens. Clients specify preferences for coffins, venues, and music, with costs fixed at today's prices. The plan covers our services, while allowances for third-party fees (e.g., cremation) adjust over time. This option provides peace of mind, ensuring wishes are honoured and families avoid unexpected expenses.
Cremation Jewellery
In partnership with EverWith, we provide cremation jewellery such as pendants, rings, and lockets designed to hold ashes or imprints. These bespoke keepsakes allow families to carry a personal connection to their loved one. Options include engraving with names, dates, or fingerprints, creating enduring mementos that celebrate individual lives through handcrafted, high-quality designs.
Bereavement Support
Our dedicated counsellors offer ongoing support to help individuals and families navigate grief. Services include one-on-one sessions, group meetings, and self-help resources tailored to different coping styles. We collaborate with local charities and provide access to online tributes via MuchLoved, fostering communities for sharing memories. This holistic approach addresses emotional needs beyond the funeral itself.
People
Lloyd Woodhouse
Funeral Director and Proprietor
Lloyd joined Jack Warwick in 2010 after managing Kettering Crematorium. With over 20 years in the funeral sector and prior experience in UK licensing management, he combines operational expertise with compassionate service. A dedicated swimmer and Formula 1 enthusiast, Lloyd ensures meticulous attention to detail in every arrangement.
Daniel Halls
Funeral Director and Proprietor
Daniel transitioned to funeral services in 2015 from accountancy and property law. A Kettering Rotary Club member since 2016, he balances financial acumen with client care. An avid cyclist and Leicester City supporter, Daniel focuses on transparent communication and ethical service delivery.
Scott Kelly
Funeral Director
Scott has served as a Funeral Director since 2020, bringing 15 years of sector experience. Known for his empathetic approach, he specialises in guiding families through complex arrangements. A motorcycling enthusiast, Scott provides round-the-clock support to ensure seamless service execution.
Mags Taylor
Funeral Director
Mags joined in 2023, offering 13 years of corporate funeral expertise and accredited bereavement counselling. As Wellingborough's resident director, she develops grief support programs and volunteers with Northampton Guardians. Her focus is on creating comforting, personalised ceremonies.
Peta Halls
Office Manager
Peta oversees operations after a career in public and private sector programme management. Fluent in Spanish and passionate about travel, she ensures administrative excellence, coordinating logistics from documentation to client communications with precision.
Questions
What funeral services do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, unattended cremations, green burials, ashes interment, repatriation, and pre-paid plans. Additional services include floral tributes, memorials, cremation jewellery, and bereavement support.
Can I personalise a funeral service?
Yes. We tailor services to reflect individual wishes, including music choices, floral arrangements, order-of-service booklets, and themed tributes. Our team works closely with families to incorporate cultural, religious, or personal elements.
Do you offer 24/7 assistance?
Yes. Our team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to provide immediate support, answer questions, or begin funeral arrangements at any time.
What are pre-paid funeral plans?
Pre-paid plans let you arrange and pay for your funeral in advance through Golden Charter. Costs are fixed, protecting against inflation, while allowing flexibility to update preferences. Plans cover our services and include allowances for third-party fees.
How do green burials work?
Green burials use biodegradable coffins and avoid embalming chemicals. We coordinate with natural burial sites to ensure environmentally sustainable ceremonies, allowing bodies to decompose naturally while minimising ecological impact.
Can I create an online tribute?
Yes. Through MuchLoved, we offer free online memorials where families can share stories, photos, and receive donations. Tributes remain accessible indefinitely, allowing global connections and ongoing remembrance.
