Business Details
50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Funeral Service in Stokesley
Rea Funeral Service has been serving families across North Yorkshire and the Tees Valley since 1928, established by Thomas Rea and now led by third-generation director Michael Rea. With branches in Stokesley, Great Ayton, and Darlington, our team of experienced funeral directors and operatives brings over 77 years of collective expertise to every service. We prioritise dignity, respect, and professionalism, offering comprehensive funeral arrangements tailored to individual needs while maintaining deep local knowledge of regional customs.Our commitment to excellence extends to pre-payment plans, memorial services, and 24-hour support, ensuring families receive compassionate guidance during challenging times. Accredited by the National Association of Funeral Directors and the Independent Funeral Standards Organisation, we combine tradition with modern standards to provide exceptional care.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Cremation Services
Coffin Selection
Memorial Services
Pre-payment Plans
Hearse Hire
Ashes Scattering
Eco-friendly Options
Chapel of Rest
Weekend Funerals
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- We have over 77 years of combined experience in funeral services across North Yorkshire.
- Our team are members of the National Association of Funeral Directors for professional standards.
- We maintain rigorous quality assurance through the Independent Funeral Standards Organisation.
- 24-hour availability ensures immediate support during times of need.
- Local expertise in regional customs and registration processes for Northallerton and Middlesbrough.
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Funeral Directors
- Independent Funeral Standards Organisation
- Golden Charter (regulated by FCA)
What people say
Exceptional care
Professionalism
Compassionate service
Impeccable arrangements
Local knowledge
Services
Traditional Funeral
Our traditional funeral service provides comprehensive arrangements including documentation, hearse transport, and limousine provision. We handle all aspects from deceased care to ceremony coordination, ensuring families receive dignified support tailored to their preferences. Available with oak veneered or bespoke coffins, this service includes a funeral director's guidance throughout proceedings.
Direct Cremation
This cost-effective option includes essential cremation arrangements without attending mourners. We manage documentation, provide a basic coffin, and ensure personal care for the deceased. Cremation occurs locally with a dedicated funeral director handling arrangements, excluding additional ceremony costs like celebrant fees or floral tributes.
Memorial Services
We offer memorial coordination including headstone selection, ashes scattering, and commemorative jewellery. Our team liaises with stonemasons and cemeteries to ensure accurate documentation and appropriate memorial placement. Services include both traditional headstones and contemporary biodegradable options for personalised remembrance.
Pre-payment Plans
Secure future funeral arrangements through our pre-payment plans, available online or through consultations. These plans lock in current prices and guarantee specific service elements, reducing future financial burdens. Plans comply with Golden Charter regulations and include flexible payment options for long-term peace of mind.
Eco-friendly Options
Sustainable funeral solutions include biodegradable coffins, woodland burials, and carbon-neutral transport. Our eco-range features willow caskets, cardboard coffins, and locally sourced materials. We coordinate natural burial ground arrangements and provide guidance on environmentally conscious memorial alternatives to traditional practices.
People
Michael Rea
Director
Third-generation funeral director with over 40 years' experience, leading Rea Funeral Service since 1985. Specialises in family-centred arrangements and pre-payment plan consultations.
Jennifer Lawson
Principle Funeral Director
16-year industry veteran known for compassionate guidance during funeral planning. Coordinates arrangements from initial consultations through to ceremony execution with particular attention to floral tributes and order of service details.
Mark
Memorials Coordinator
Specialises in memorial design and cemetery regulations compliance. Manages headstone paperwork coordination with local churches and stonemasons while ensuring ceremonial vehicle presentation standards.
Zoe
Funeral Director
Darlington branch lead since 2014, focusing on local community support. Expert in chapel of rest preparations and extended family care arrangements including multi-day viewings.
Tim
Funeral Service Operative
38-year Stokesley resident with 30 years' police service experience. Provides logistical support for funeral processions and maintains ceremonial vehicle fleet standards.
Questions
What's included in your traditional funeral package?
Professional service coordination, deceased care, hearse transport, limousine provision, and documentation handling. Coffin selection and crematorium fees are additional.
Do you offer environmentally friendly funeral options?
Yes, we provide biodegradable coffins, woodland burial arrangements, and carbon-neutral transport options for eco-conscious commemorations.
Can I arrange a funeral plan online?
Yes, our Golden Charter-regulated pre-payment plans can be arranged online or through branch consultations for future funeral security.
Are weekend funerals more expensive?
Weekend services incur a £350 surcharge to cover additional staffing requirements for Saturday/Sunday arrangements.
Do you handle out-of-area repatriation?
We coordinate nationwide transfers with local funeral directors, maintaining care for the deceased throughout the process.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards, bank transfers, and cheques for funeral services and pre-payment plans.
