Business Details
44 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Funeral Directors in Wilton & Salisbury
At Chris White Funeral Directors, we have been supporting local families during their most challenging times since 1982. Founded by Chris White, a respected local builder who transitioned into the funeral service industry, our business began in Wilton before expanding to Salisbury in 2011. Our dedicated team combines empathy and experience to guide you through funeral planning, offering a wide range of options and transparent pricing. We prioritise personalisation, ensuring each funeral reflects the unique life of the individual.Our 24/7 availability ensures immediate assistance whenever needed, and we provide home visits for added convenience. Our prepaid funeral plan, Choice, allows individuals to arrange and pay for services in advance, offering peace of mind to both clients and their families. With a commitment to professionalism and respect, we strive to meet the diverse needs of our community while maintaining the highest standards of care.
Services
Cremations
Burials
Green Funerals
Unattended Cremation
Repatriation
Memorial Masonry
Floral Tributes
Transport Services
Probate Assistance
Orders of Service
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 personalised support for urgent needs.
- Our team creates tailored funerals reflecting individual lives.
- Transparent pricing ensures no hidden costs.
- Prepaid plans provide financial certainty for families.
- Experienced staff with over 40 years of local expertise.
What people say
24/7 availability
Personalised arrangements
Transparent pricing
Professional support
Eco-friendly options
Services
Cremations
We provide dignified cremation services tailored to your preferences, including traditional or personalised ceremonies. Our team guides you through every step, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and offering options for memorialisation. With crematorium partnerships, we secure competitive pricing and flexible scheduling.
Prepaid Funeral Plans
Our Choice Prepaid Funeral Plans let you arrange and pay for services in advance, locking in todays prices. This protects loved ones from future cost increases and ensures your wishes are clearly documented. Plans are flexible and can be tailored to individual needs.
Green Funerals
Eco-conscious options include biodegradable coffins, natural burial sites, and minimal environmental impact. We partner with woodland burial grounds to offer sustainable memorials. Our team advises on ethical choices, from coffin materials to carbon-neutral transport.
Repatriation
We manage the complex logistics of repatriating loved ones internationally, handling documentation, transport, and local regulations. Our experience ensures respectful and timely arrangements, providing support for families navigating cross-border requirements.
Memorial Masonry
Custom memorial stones and plaques are crafted to honour your loved ones legacy. We offer traditional and contemporary designs, with options for engraving and personalisation. Our stonemasons ensure lasting quality and attention to detail.
People
Chris Payne
Senior Funeral Operative
With 13 years of service, Chris Payne brings local knowledge and dedication to our Wilton branch. His background in cycling and fishing reflects a balanced approach to life, complementing his compassionate work in funeral care.
Barry Smith
Funeral Service Operative
Barry Smith has been part of our team since 2016, combining funeral service expertise with farm management experience. His outdoor pursuits and cycling passion align with a hands-on, reliable approach to client support.
Helen Gault
Funeral Arranger/Administration
Helen Gault, based in Salisbury, brings two decades of customer care experience to her role. Her interests in horse racing and cinema mirror her attentive, personable service, ensuring families receive tailored funeral arrangements.
Christina Jacobs
Administrator
Christina Jacobs, a former medical receptionist, joined us in 2016. Her role in managing funeral donations reflects her organisational skills and empathy, while her love for dog walking underscores her caring nature.
Questions
What services does Chris White Funeral Directors offer?
We provide cremations, burials, green funerals, unattended cremations, repatriation, prepaid plans, floral tributes, and memorial masonry, tailored to individual needs.
Are your funeral plans transferable?
Yes, our Choice Funeral Plans are transferable if you move within the UK, ensuring continuity of your prearranged wishes.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency support?
Yes, we are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for immediate assistance with funeral arrangements.
Can I personalise a funeral service?
Absolutely. We encourage personalisation, from unique coffin designs to themed floral tributes and bespoke funeral stationery.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Wilton and Salisbury, with additional support for repatriation and remote arrangements as needed.
