Kingston upon Thames Funeral Director

No Fuss Funerals to Ceremonial Funerals

Local Family Funeral Director in Kingston upon Thames

When you are faced with having to plan a funeral, we are local independent funeral directors that has helped many families in Kingston upon Thames.

It is our modern approach to funerals that families find refreshing. We help families to plan funerals whether they be faith led or family led, low key or ceremonial. A funeral can also be unattended (direct cremation).

Whilst we often use Kingston crematorium and cemetery, we offer alternative venues for when families wish for something less formulaic and more personal. We also help you to manage costs.

White Rose Modern Funerals are a family business, founded by Teddington husband and wife team Nick and Jacqui. Our growing team includes locals’ Ann and Holly.

At your time of need, we are a calm voice here to guide you. The first step is to call us.

Call us on 020 3281 1045

Planning a funeral in Kingston upon Thames

You may not know, when planning a funeral:

  • You don’t have to have a hearse for funeral transport
  • We organise many private family-led funerals Pre 10am at Kingston – a low cost, dignified way to say farewell taking advantage of early morning rates
  • A cremation funeral service does not have to be held at a crematorium – there are alternative venues
  • Eco-friendly natural burial grounds are within 40 minutes of Kingston (graves can be blessed for faith led funerals)

Recommended Funeral Director in Kingston upon Thames

As modern funeral directors, our ethos is to help families by providing choice and flexibility and advise on how to manage costs.

Our fees start from £1,950 (+ 3rd party fees and options) for a personalised cremation or burial funeral.

Low cost simple funeral options are direct cremation £1,295* or Attended Pre 10am service at Kingston Crematorium £2,017 * (*inclusive of all fees, basic coffin and transport).

At your time of need, we are here to help you. When you call you will be speaking with either Nick, Jacqui, Holly or Ann – we are all local.

The first step is to contact us, we’re here to help.

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Cremation funerals in Kingston upon Thames

What you may not know about a cremation funeral

A cremation service does not have to be held at a crematorium

A hearse does not have to be used for transport

Family can lead the service themselves if they wish to do so

Our low cost no-fuss cremation service funerals range from £1,295 and £2,177 inclusive

Creating a personal ceremony, fees start from £1,950 plus 3rd party fees and options

Personalised Cremation Funerals

Personalised Cremation Funeral

Personalised Cremation Funeral

From a low key and informal approach, or a sense of ceremony, tradition and personal style. We help you to make informed choices when planning a funeral, advising on how to manage costs and create a meaningful farewell.

Price: from £1,950

Alternative Venue Funeral

A cremation service does not have to held at a crematorium. There are peaceful, beautiful venues surrounded by nature where a service can be held with the coffin present. The unhurried time and sense of privacy helps families to create a personal farewell. It is also possible to hold the Wake at these venues.

Price: from £2,250

Low Cost, No Fuss Cremations

Attended pre-10am Funeral

he Changing Face of Funerals Covid 19

A no-fuss, low cost funeral for when you wish to be at the chapel to say farewell in your own private way. We take advantage of the discounted crematorium rates for a pre 10am service. Typically attended by 1 – 15 people, this simple cremation funeral is ideal for families where Direct Cremation feels too remote.

Price: £2,097 inclusive

Direct Cremation

Direct cremation – also advertised as pure cremation – is an unattended funeral. As a local, independent funeral director you can take comfort in knowing who we are, where your relative will be cared for and the local crematorium we use. You will know the date and time of the cremation (not all direct cremation providers offer this).

Price: £1,295 inclusive

White Rose consistently exceeded my expectations. They took the time to really get to know me and, more importantly, Christine. This enabled them to give me advice that really helped to make the funeral as perfect as I could have hoped.

– Mark

BURIAL FUNERALS in Kingston upon Thames

What you may not know about a burial funeral

A no-fuss burial can be a gathering just at the graveside

Natural burial grounds are an eco conscious and cost conscious alternative to a traditional cemetery

Traditional cemetery fees are determined by the local residency of the person who has died

Burial Funeral Options

Traditional Burial

A burial funeral at a local cemetery. Whether you wish for a quiet farewell at the graveside only, or for a service at a cemetery chapel, church or alternative venue first.

Simple graveside service only: from £1,950
Ceremony plus graveside burial: from £2,250

Natural Burial

Surrounded by nature in a woodland, meadow, nature reserve or field, a natural burial funeral is a gentle and environmentally friendly alternative to a traditional cemetery.

Simple graveside service only: from £1,950
Ceremony plus graveside burial: from £2,250

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When you need a funeral director in Kingston upon Thames

White Rose Modern Funerals is an independent funeral director based near Kingston upon Thames. Our main office is in Teddington and we work with families across the borough, including in Chessington, Motspur Park, New Malden, Norbiton, Surbiton and Tolworth.

As we are based nearby, meetings can be held in person at our office or we can visit you at your home. Alternatively, we can meet with you via a Zoom video call – or simply by telephone, whichever you prefer.

Our flexibility and how we communicate with you throughout means you are always fully informed throughout each step.

Find a funeral director in Kingston upon Thames

When you are looking for a funeral director in Kingston upon Thames, it is worth considering your choices. You do not have to use your most local high street firm, the important thing is to find someone that you feel comfortable dealing with.

Some funeral directors (even if the name above the door still retains the name of the original founder) will be part of a large national network such as Dignity or Co-op. Others, like ourselves, are small independent family-run firms. So always check carefully to make sure you know if you are dealing with a national business or a local independent when making your decision of who to appoint.

At White Rose Modern Funerals we are a small team and will personally help and guide you through the process – you will always know exactly who you are speaking with.

We are very familiar with Kingston upon Thames, having helped numerous families from Kingston, New Malden and Surbiton arrange a funeral for their family member.

Cremation funerals are most often held a local crematorium such as Kingston, Randalls Park or Mortlake Crematorium and we work with local cemeteries for burials. We also recommend alternative venues for funerals and welcome natural burials, especially where environmental impact is a consideration.

Call us on 020 3281 1045 and we can answer any questions you may have – or arrange an initial meeting.

Feedback from families we have helped

Phyl Warren
Phyl Warren
22/08/2022
I am so pleased that I asked WHITE ROSE MODERN FUNERALS to look after my sister's Funeral. From my first 'phone call with Jacqui - to all my subsequent messages with Jacqui, Holly and Nick who all helped me with such kindness, professionalism and pleasantness - I am most grateful. As I am not resident in the UK - WHITE ROSE MODERN FUNERALS went far beyond my expectations to ensure that all vital documentations were obtained and that they were all in order. WHITE ROSE MODERN FUNERALS enable me to give my sister the Funeral she would have appreciated; regarding all aspects of my sister's Funeral WHITE ROSE MODERN FUNERALS - with their wonderful advice - always left the final decision with me. I just want to say thank you to Jacqui, Nick, Holly and the Team at WHITE ROSE MODERN FUNERALS for all their help.
Mark Morris
Mark Morris
25/06/2022
Holly, Jacqui and Nick from White Rose Modern Funerals helped make the most difficult time of my life so much easier. My wife, Christine, died in Belgium and from helping to organise the repatriation of her body to the flawless funeral service itself, they were never anything less than professional, efficient and, above all, kind and caring. White Rose consistently exceeded my expectations. They took the time to really get to know me and, more importantly, Christine. This enabled them to give me advice that really helped to make the funeral as perfect as I could have hoped. Along with the incredible Hannah (HannahTheCelebrant.com), Holly, Jacqui and Nick were the best people I never wanted to meet. I cannot express my thanks and gratitude enough.
Hariclea Darclee
Hariclea Darclee
02/05/2022
White Rose have a wonderfully kind and understanding team. They listened to my wishes and organised a warm remembrance for my dad, even though we were a very small group of mourners. Everything was done perfectly and the flower service they also work with is really great. I would warmly recommend them to anyone. Thanks again for taking care of me and my dad. He would have appreciated it.
Karen Steinnes
Karen Steinnes
18/04/2022
I first learned of White Rose from a neighbour who was delighted with the bespoke service provided by Nick for his partner's Society of Friends funeral service. When my husband died unexpected in January this year, I immediately turned to White Rose. I had some initial ideas, and with Jacqui's guidance I was able to craft a very personal funeral service that felt right for the family. My husband's ashes will be buried abroad and White Rose was very knowledgeable about the documentation required and provided helpful practical advice. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending the team at White Rose.
Miguel Ortiz
Miguel Ortiz
11/04/2022
Excellent company. Very sensitive to our needs without being overly fussy. Nice, friendly people, which made a big difference.They were also not afraid to give us a prod to make decisions when we needed to. Overall, a really positive experience at a difficult time.
Pepper
Pepper
24/03/2022
A sincere, compassionate and completely professional experience from start to finish. From the first contact less than 24 hours after our loss, until the funeral 8 days later, nothing was too much trouble, and responses to any queries or changes were turned around quickly and flexibly. It was our first time ever arranging a funeral and Jacqui, Nick and Holly made us feel supported all the way. Friends and family who attended all commented on how elegant and dignified everything was, and those who were unable to attend in person were able to view a live webcast and video recordings which were all seamlessly arranged by White Rose. We were even told by one attendee who was so impressed by everything that they had contacted White Rose the next day for guidance with making plans for their own service one day. We could not have asked for a better team to support us through such a difficult time, and with so many decisions and choices to be made, knowing they had everything in hand was a huge help. I could not recommend them more highly. Thank you.
Nadia Zaidi
Nadia Zaidi
17/03/2022
Personal & genuine service. Very knowledgeable about Green Burials, had all the information to hand. Coordination of all the various elements and parties involved were undertaken very professionally. Emails, WhatsApps & phone calls were always on a timely basis.
Graham Macalister
Graham Macalister
09/02/2022
From my first telephone call with Jacqui I felt reassured that I was dealing with sensitive, caring but thoroughly professional people. As Jacqui and Holly took me through the all the arrangements that needed to be made, it was evident that they were very perceptive in recognising the needs of their client and knew how to help. When I was struggling to choose images for the video montage, Jacqui took the pile of photos and said “leave it to us”. The result was amazing, and I still get comfort from watching it. It was easy to keep in touch and no request was too much trouble. Furthermore the response was almost always immediate. At a very sad and upsetting time it was very reassuring to know that everything was in hand and being dealt with in a thoughtful manner. I have no hesitation in recommending White Rose Modern Funerals

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