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Pearce Funeral Services
Address: 92 Ermin Street, Stratton St Margaret, Swindon, SN3 4NN
Phone: 01793 832072 Email: info@pearcefuneralservices.co.uk Web: www.pearcefuneralservices.co.uk
Funeral Director/s: John Pearce. John is the son of a Church of England priest, a good upbringing for a funeral director for, as he says, “I have seen and appreciated firsthand what it means and the commitment required to be a servant of the local community.” This is what John is all about. He adds: “My upbringing has given me a desire to commit myself through my profession to serving the needs of our community in a truly personal way, when people find themselves in a time of real need.” In addition to his vocational commitment to his work, which is wholehearted, John also has over 20 years’ experience. When not working John likes to be at home with his family. He has a weakness for a game of snooker.
Specific Gravity: John is a traditionalist, as are most of his clients. He will conduct your funeral in ceremonial style; he and his staff will be immaculately turned out. He does not, though, favour a top hat and cane because, “As servants of the bereaved we feel that every emphasis should be with supporting the family on the day and we are very aware of ensuring that we conduct ourselves in a manner that maximises this support and does not draw any attention away from where it should rightly be.” If only more funeral directors took this view. If you would like him to wear his top hat, be sure to ask. He will also dress down if you wish. His cars are glossy Jaguars. If you want something more modest, as people often do these days, then he can offer you his Kia Sedona.
What’s important? John feels it to be more important than anything else that you have your funeral your way. Again, if only more funeral directors felt like this. He will spend as much time with you as it takes to go through the options and make the choices. He will also guide you kindly and wisely.
What’s different? The only funeral director on the east side of Swindon. Well worth crossing town for, though. John every funeral is truly, unique and highly personal. And his attention to detail is exemplary.
Services: When you call you will talk to John himself. He will be there for you throughout and on the day of the funeral. Does not feel strongly about embalming one way or the other, but will happily discuss it with you if you like. Same sex person to lay out the person who has died if you wish. Come in and help wash and dress the person who has died if you want. Will act as a consultant if you want to care for the person who has died at home. Will happily come and see you at home – as many times as you like. Experienced in all ethnic funerals and has worked extensively with the Muslim community. Bright, welcoming premises, not like a typical funeral director, more a home from home. Private off-road parking. Excellent website.
Remarks: John is every bit as sincere and kind and dedicated as he seems. He lives his work and he loves it. For the time he gives you, and the care he brings, his service is as good as it gets and therefore offers excellent value for money.
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Mr s blanchard said...
I used pearce funeral services last summer after the death of my father rod. I found john to be the ultimate professional impeccable in his approach and the service we had from him as a family was of the very highest standard. His premises is small and charming and clean and tasteful.the various visits that were made by members of the family were all overseen by john in a very caring considerate way that put my sister especially who was weary of going to the chapel at ease and helped her.on the day of the funeral johns staff were smartly turned out and john himself didn’t rush us or get in the way prefering to keep his distance although being on hand if needed.the cars were very impressive and stylish and spotless inside. John returned my fathers ashes to us the next day after the funeral.I would not hesitate to tell anyone that a funeral arranged with john pearce is both dignified and respectfully carried out and in these days of financial restriction his services are also very very reasonable. Steven blanchard.