Business Details
23 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Funeral Service in Folkestone & Hythe
Sterry Funeral Service was established in Folkestone in 2003, with our Hythe branch opening in 2012. With over 30 years of experience, Funeral Director Clive Sterry leads a dedicated team committed to providing compassionate, professional service. We specialise in creating individualised funerals that celebrate the unique lives of loved ones, offering both traditional and contemporary options including cremations, burials, and unattended cremations. Our prepaid funeral plans provide families with peace of mind by securing future costs and clarifying final wishes. Available 24 hours a day, we offer home visits and support throughout the planning process, combining emotional guidance with practical expertise.Our team's extensive experience ensures every arrangement meets the highest standards of care and respect. We actively engage with local communities in Kent, maintaining strong ties through various charitable initiatives and events. Transparency and integrity underpin all our services, from initial consultations to final ceremonies. Our commitment to continuous improvement drives us to refine our offerings while upholding core values of dignity, respect, and professionalism.
Services
Cremations
Burials
Green Funerals
Unattended Cremation
Repatriation
Memorial Masonry
Coffin Range
Ashes Keepsakes
Floral Tributes
Funeral Planning
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 availability for immediate support during difficult times
- Our team has over 30 years of combined experience in funeral services
- We create fully personalised ceremonies reflecting individual lives
- Prepaid funeral plans protect against future cost increases
- We maintain strong community ties through local charitable initiatives
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
Compassionate staff
Professional service
Flexible arrangements
Transparent pricing
Personalised options
Services
Cremations
We provide comprehensive cremation services with options for traditional chapel services or contemporary celebrations of life. Our experienced team guides families through every step, from necessary paperwork to arranging memorial tributes. We offer flexible scheduling with crematoria across Kent while maintaining the highest standards of care and dignity throughout the process.
Prepaid Funeral Plans
Our prepaid funeral plans allow individuals to arrange and fund their funeral services in advance, protecting loved ones from future cost increases. Plans include various packages with transparent pricing and can be tailored to personal preferences while ensuring legal compliance and financial security through regulated providers.
Personalised Coffins
We offer an extensive selection of coffins ranging from traditional wooden designs to contemporary biodegradable options. Our range includes bespoke picture coffins, luxury wood caskets, and eco-friendly alternatives, all available in various price points to suit different preferences and budgets while maintaining quality craftsmanship.
Memorial Services
Our memorial services include floral tributes, ashes keepsakes, and commemorative items to help families create lasting tributes. We provide guidance on selecting appropriate memorials that reflect personal tastes while offering practical support with cemetery arrangements and memorial stone inscriptions.
Repatriation Services
We handle all aspects of repatriating loved ones internationally, managing necessary documentation, transportation logistics, and local requirements. Our experienced team ensures compliance with destination country regulations while providing compassionate support to families navigating complex international arrangements.
People
Clive Sterry
Funeral Director
With over 30 years' experience, Clive Sterry established Sterry Funeral Service in 2003. He leads our team with a commitment to compassionate care, combining professional expertise with personal understanding of bereavement needs.
Nicky Stanton
Funeral Arranger
Nicky joined Sterry Funeral Service in 2020 after nine years in the funeral industry. She specialises in providing empathetic support to families, drawing on personal experience to deliver sensitive service while maintaining professional standards.
Questions
What types of funeral services do you offer?
We provide cremations, burials, green funerals, unattended cremations, and repatriation services, with options for both traditional and contemporary ceremonies.
Can I arrange a funeral in advance?
Yes, our prepaid funeral plans let you arrange and fund your funeral in advance, protecting loved ones from future cost increases while clarifying your wishes.
Are your funeral services available outside regular hours?
Our services operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with immediate support available through our dedicated phone lines.
Do you offer environmentally friendly options?
Yes, we provide green funerals and biodegradable coffins made from sustainable materials, including cardboard, bamboo, and natural wicker options.
How can I personalise a funeral service?
We offer custom coffin designs, memorial tributes, floral arrangements, and ceremony elements to create unique celebrations reflecting individual lives.
What payment options are available?
We offer funeral finance options through regulated providers, allowing families to spread costs into manageable monthly instalments subject to credit assessment.
