Business Details
40 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Family-Run Funeral Services in Manchester
Established in 1986, Kennedys Funerals is a family-run funeral directors service in Manchester, dedicated to providing compassionate support during bereavement. Our experienced team offers a 24/7 service, ensuring peace of mind through meticulous attention to funeral arrangements. We prioritise personal service, handling all logistical and administrative requirements, including liaising with clergy, medical professionals, and local authorities. Our comprehensive offerings include a selection of coffins, transportation options, and pre-payment funeral plans.We specialise in repatriation and offer a private chapel of rest for visitations. With decades of experience, we combine professionalism with empathetic care, supporting families through one of lifes most challenging moments. Our commitment to transparency ensures no hidden fees, with costs tailored to individual needs. We also provide guidance on registering deaths and accessing bereavement support resources. Kennedys Funerals remains a trusted local service, blending tradition with modern flexibility to meet diverse cultural and personal preferences.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
24/7 Bereavement Support
Repatriation Services
Pre-Payment Funeral Plans
Transportation Options
Coffin Selection
Chapel of Rest
Registering a Death
Bereavement Resources
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We are a family-run service since 1986 with deep local knowledge
- Our 24/7 support ensures immediate assistance during bereavement
- We offer tailored funeral arrangements with transparent pricing
- Our team handles all administrative and logistical requirements
- We provide specialist repatriation and pre-payment funeral plans
What people say
24/7 availability
Personalised attention
Transparent pricing
Cultural sensitivity
Stress-free arrangements
Services
Funeral Arrangements
We coordinate complete funeral arrangements from initial consultation to final rites. Our experienced team handles documentation, venue bookings, and vendor liaison while offering guidance on legal requirements. Services adapt to cultural, religious, and personal preferences with options for traditional or environmentally conscious ceremonies. Our process ensures respectful, seamless execution of every detail.
24/7 Bereavement Support
Available round-the-clock for immediate assistance following a death. Our team provides urgent guidance on next steps including medical certificate acquisition and temporary care of the deceased. We support families through unexpected losses and coordinate urgent repatriation when required. Continuous availability ensures timely, compassionate response during critical moments.
Repatriation Services
Specialist arrangements for transporting deceased individuals internationally. We manage all documentation, permits, and logistics while coordinating with foreign embassies and airlines. Our expertise ensures compliance with destination country requirements while maintaining dignity and respect throughout the process. Full support provided for families navigating cross-border bereavement.
Pre-Payment Funeral Plans
Secure future funeral arrangements at today's prices through our pre-payment plans. Plans cover essential services with flexibility to customise details in advance. Funds are held in trust ensuring protection against inflation. Provides peace of mind through documented wishes and financial certainty for loved ones.
Bereavement Resources
Guidance connecting families to specialist bereavement support organisations. We provide information on coping strategies and access to tailored resources including youth-focused grief counselling. Partnerships with Cruse Bereavement Care and similar agencies ensure comprehensive post-funeral emotional support for individuals and families.
People
Eamonn Kennedy
Founder
Eamonn Kennedy established the family-run business in 1986, combining decades of funeral service experience with compassionate care. He personally oversees operations to ensure dignified, respectful treatment for every family, blending traditional values with modern flexibility in funeral arrangements.
Questions
What funeral services do you offer?
We provide full funeral arrangements, repatriation, 24/7 emergency support, pre-payment plans, and bereavement guidance. Services include chapel of rest access, transportation options, and documentation assistance.
How do you handle unexpected deaths?
Our 24/7 service responds immediately, guiding families through medical certification processes and temporary care arrangements. We coordinate with coroners, hospitals, and local authorities to manage unexpected losses with urgency and compassion.
Can I plan a funeral in advance?
Yes, our pre-payment plans let you arrange and pay for funeral services in advance, with options to customise details. Funds are securely held in trust to protect against inflation.
Do you handle international repatriation?
We specialise in international repatriation, managing all documentation and logistics for transporting deceased individuals abroad. Our team coordinates with embassies and airlines to ensure compliant, respectful transfers.
How do I register a death?
We guide you through required documents including medical certificates. We can accompany families to registrars' offices and assist with completing necessary forms to obtain death certificates for legal purposes.
What transportation options are available?
We offer traditional hearses, limousines, and horse-drawn Victorian carriages. All vehicles are professionally maintained with trained chauffeurs. Transport charges are inclusive of up to ten miles with full itinerary flexibility.
