Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Funeral Services in Cleethorpes
Mashfords Funeral Service is a long-established, family-run business serving Cleethorpes and North East Lincolnshire since 1973. Owned and managed by Joyce R. Schofield and Carole A. Westwood, we provide comprehensive funeral services tailored to meet diverse cultural, religious, and personal needs. Our dedicated team operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, offering professional guidance through every step of arranging a funeral. As members of the National Association of Funeral Directors, we adhere to strict codes of practice ensuring the highest standards of care and service. We specialise in both traditional and modern funeral arrangements, including Golden Charter Prepaid Funeral Plans that guarantee fixed costs against future price increases.Our premises in Norfolk Lane feature a chapel of rest and accessible facilities, with free parking available for families. With decades of combined experience, we prioritise compassionate support, transparency, and meticulous attention to individual requests. Our services extend to Grimsby, Cleethorpes, and surrounding areas, maintaining a reputation for reliability and community-focused care. We provide detailed documentation of arrangements and costs, alongside ongoing post-funeral support. Committed to ethical practices, we operate under financial regulations enforced by the Financial Conduct Authority through our partnership with Golden Charter Limited.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Prepaid Funeral Plans
Cremation Services
Burial Arrangements
Chapel of Rest
Golden Charter Plans
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- Established since 1973 with family-led expertise
- 24/7 availability for urgent funeral arrangements
- NAFD members ensuring industry-standard compliance
- Golden Charter Prepaid Plans with price guarantees
- Deep local community knowledge and service coverage
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Funeral Directors
- Golden Charter Limited
- Financial Conduct Authority
Services
Funeral Arrangements
We provide comprehensive funeral arrangement services tailored to individual requirements. Our experienced team guides families through every decision, from venue selection to transportation logistics. All arrangements include documentation support, floral coordination, and announcement placements.
Prepaid Funeral Plans
Golden Charter Prepaid Funeral Plans fix today's prices for future services. These plans cover director fees, transportation, and care of the deceased. Third-party cost allowances protect against inflation while allowing personalisation of hymns, music, and memorial choices.
Cremation Services
Full cremation service coordination including crematorium bookings and documentation. We handle all necessary paperwork with local authorities while offering chapel of rest viewings and memorialisation options for families.
Chapel of Rest
Our ground-floor chapel of rest allows private family visits to pay respects. The facility accommodates viewing arrangements with appropriate care and dignity, accessible during office hours or by appointment.
Golden Charter Plans
As Golden Charter partners, we offer regulated prepaid plans with independent trust protection. These plans include personal documentation, nominated representative options, and guaranteed service coverage regardless of future cost changes.
People
Joyce R. Schofield
Partner
With over 35 years managing the business since 1986, Joyce provides expert guidance and maintains the company's founding principles of compassionate, personalised service to North East Lincolnshire communities.
Barry Woodroffe
Funeral Director
Experienced funeral director offering professional support through complex arrangements, combining practical expertise with empathetic guidance during difficult times for local families.
James Petronzio
Funeral Director
Dedicated funeral director specialising in coordinating multi-faith services and managing logistical requirements across Grimsby and Cleethorpes areas with meticulous attention to detail.
Luke Smith
Funeral Director
Skilled in both traditional and contemporary funeral arrangements, providing clear explanations of options while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements for cremation and burial processes.
Lee Willett
Trainee Funeral Director
Supporting arrangements under senior supervision, gaining hands-on experience in client communication, documentation processes, and ceremonial coordination across diverse cultural requirements.
Questions
What services do you offer for funeral arrangements?
We provide full funeral planning, cremation/burial coordination, chapel of rest access, Golden Charter prepaid plans, and third-party cost management across Grimsby and Cleethorpes.
Can I prepay for my funeral arrangements?
Yes, our Golden Charter Prepaid Plans fix today's prices for funeral director services, with optional allowances for future third-party costs like cremation fees.
Are your funeral plans regulated?
Yes, we're authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority through our Golden Charter partnership, with payments protected in an independent trust fund.
Do you offer 24-hour emergency services?
Our team is available 24/7 for immediate assistance with arrangements, transportation, and documentation requirements at any time of day or night.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Cleethorpes, Grimsby, and surrounding North East Lincolnshire areas, with transportation capabilities for both local and nationwide arrangements.
How do prepaid funeral plans work?
Plans cover agreed services at today's prices. Third-party costs receive inflation protection allowances. Full payment secures arrangements through our FCA-regulated trust system.
