S.M. Forbes - Funeral Directors

Our Services

No one knows when a death will occur, or when you will suffer the loss of a loved one. Death can occur at anytime and anywhere. The Funeral Director will be responsible for the overall supervision of the funeral itself and will always be available from the time of death, to the ceremony and afterwards for help, support, guidance and comfort.

The Removal of the Deceased from the place of death to our Funeral Home is a service, providing we have the necessary authority. The Arrangement and Payment of Fees and Disbursement relating to the funeral include; Crematorium and Cemetery Fees, Parochial Fees, Press Announcements, Floral Tributes, Hymn Sheets, Attendance Cards, Catering arrangements are either at home, our Funeral Home or an external venue, plus any other detail requested by the relatives of the deceased.

Where necessary a grave will be purchased and fees paid. Where necessary we will provide Limousines to follow the Hearse. All staff will be attired in smart appropriate dress and shall ensure professional dignified attendance and supervision throughout the funeral. If you require any help or advice at anytime, please contact us.

Assistance 24 hours a Day

As your Funeral Directors, we are here to advise you in making all those arrangements which meet your personal needs and desires. Please remember that we are here to help you in whatever way we can, to help you cope and adjust to your bereavement. Providing you with personal 24 hour, 365 day a year service is just the start. Remember, if you require help at any time during this period, all you need to do is call.

Liaison and Confirmation

All communications, regarding the funeral arrangements, with clergy, church, cemetery or crematorium and liaison with the police and coroner when necessary, are taken care of.

Documentation

On completion of Cremation and Doctors Forms the Certificates are taken to the relevant authorities along with other legal documents. All Documentation and discussion about the funeral will be retained for future reference by the family and ourselves. All information is kept in absolute confidence.

Costs and other services

In all aspects of the funeral arrangements our staff will point out the procedures and legal requirements. Whilst arranging the funeral, we will advise on costs and charges to be incurred, culminating in a full written estimate which will be given to the person responsible for the arrangements before the day of the funeral.
Our account itself is divided into three separate parts, our charges, the disbursements and the coffin or casket.
Our charges include professional fees and overhead costs, which include the provision of a 24 hour a day call rota, our professional services in making the funeral arrangements and arranging documentation and necessary personal attendance's, the conveyance of the deceased to our private rest rooms and the use of the same until the day of the funeral.

Disbursements

Disbursements are essentially fees that we pay out on behalf of the family. These include Doctors fees, Crematoria/Cemetery fees, Parochial fees, Newspaper Announcement, Printing and Catering.
Our written estimate will detail the approximate cost of any disbursements. However, as we have no direct control over these charges, there could be variations from the estimate.
Coffin or casket charges are for the coffin/casket you choose including the gown and lining etc.
The account can be paid for by cash, cheque or credit card.

Testimonials

Thank You...

May I say how impressed my family was by the quiet efficiency and dignity of all you staff. My mother and I are especially impressed by the way you helped us with the arrangements for Bruce's funeral.

- Mrs. P Smith

Care and consideration

Many, many thanks for the care and consideration you showed to Pam over the past weeks, the comfort you displayed was superb and was a tower of strength to my family but especially myself.

- Mr. M Beale

Assistance 24 hours a day

Call us on: 02380 633 863

80 St.Mary's St, Southampton
so14 1nz

This service is for emergencies.

About Us

Our Funeral Directors are trained and qualified to act as a professional and confident advisor who ensures that arrangements are carried out with efficiency and the dignity that this most difficult occasion demands. We are sympathetic towards different ethnic and religious groups. Our Funeral Directors are aware of the special needs involved in supporting those who have suffered a sudden death.

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