Business Details
41 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Funeral Services in Chatham & Strood
Medway Funeral Directors have been serving the local community with pride for over 38 years, providing compassionate and professional funeral services across Medway Towns. Our experienced team, including second-generation funeral director Michael Lawrence and dedicated colleagues Emma Goble and Colin Randall, specialises in creating unique, personalised farewells that reflect each family's needs. With modern facilities in Strood and Walderslade, we combine traditional values with contemporary approaches, offering 24/7 support and membership of the National Association of Funeral Directors.Our commitment to excellence extends to pre-paid funeral planning, exhumation services, and community support, ensuring families receive comprehensive care during challenging times. We prioritise dignity, transparency, and flexibility, whether arranging traditional cremations, non-religious ceremonies, or bespoke memorials.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Cremation Services
Burial Services
Funeral Planning
Exhumation Services
Memorial Services
Pre-Paid Funerals
Home Visits
Coffin Selection
Eulogy Writing
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Over 38 years of local funeral service experience
- Personalised arrangements tailored to individual family needs
- 24-hour compassionate support available daily
- Proud members of the National Association of Funeral Directors
- Modern facilities in Strood and Walderslade
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Funeral Directors
What people say
Deeply caring
Compassionate support
Professional approach
Personal service
Exceptional care
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Our expert team creates bespoke funeral arrangements tailored to individual family preferences. We handle all logistical aspects including venue coordination, officiant arrangements, and transportation. With compassionate guidance, we ensure every detail reflects the deceased's personality and family wishes, offering both traditional and contemporary options across Medway Towns.
Cremation Services
We coordinate cremation services at local crematoriums including Medway, Vinters Park, and Charing. Our support covers service timing, music selection, and memorial documentation. We provide access to digital music libraries and assist with creating meaningful tributes, ensuring families receive comprehensive support during the cremation process at competitive rates.
Pre-Paid Funerals
Our Golden Charter funeral plans allow advance payment for future services, protecting against rising costs. Plans include professional services, transportation, and care of the deceased. We offer flexible payment options and documentation, with funds securely held in trust. This service provides peace of mind through guaranteed pricing and customisable arrangements.
Exhumation Services
With 25 years' experience, we handle complex exhumation requests for private clients and official authorities. Our director-level staff manage legal requirements, documentation, and dignified remains transfer. We provide full procedural guidance and coordinate reburial or cremation, maintaining strict protocols for historic and modern cases across Kent.
Memorial Services
We assist with creating meaningful memorials including online obituaries through Forever Online and physical tributes. Our support extends to charity donations management, floral arrangements, and memorial card production. We help families craft lasting tributes that honour loved ones while providing practical assistance with post-funeral administrative processes.
People
Michael Lawrence
Managing Director
Second-generation funeral director with over 40 years' local experience, leading Medway Funeral Directors since 1985. Combines traditional values with modern approaches to create personalised services. Oversees operations across both branches while maintaining hands-on involvement in client care.
Emma Goble
Funeral Director
Compassionate funeral director at Walderslade branch, known for exceptional attention to detail and creating unique ceremonies. Specialises in non-traditional services while maintaining professional standards. Recognised for outstanding care and commitment to family needs during bereavement.
Colin Randall
Funeral Director
Strood branch director with Dip FAA qualification, providing experienced support for local families. Specialises in guiding clients through administrative processes while maintaining empathetic care. Recognised for professionalism and dedication to service excellence.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We provide services across Medway Towns, Chatham, Strood, Rochester, and Maidstone with home visits available throughout Kent.
Do you offer 24/7 support?
Yes, our compassionate team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for immediate assistance.
Can I pre-plan a funeral?
Yes, we offer Golden Charter pre-paid funeral plans to secure today's prices and ensure your wishes are followed.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cheques and card payments for funeral arrangements, with flexible payment options for pre-planned services.
Do you handle exhumation requests?
Yes, we have 25 years' experience managing exhumation cases for private clients and official authorities across Kent.
Can you help with memorial tributes?
We assist with online memorials, charity donations, and physical tributes including floral arrangements and memorial cards.
