Rowley & Sons Family Funeral Services

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Family run independent funeral service, serving the City of York and the surrounding areas

Latest Verified Reviews

Debra Barrett 11th May 2019

I can’t thank Martin, Elizabeth and sons enough for the kindness and compassion shown to us during the most difficult of times and for the dignified and caring way in which my mum was looked after.  Nothing was too much trouble and on the day of my mums funeral everything was done with the utmost professionalism and care.  I would have no hesitation in recommending Rowley and Sons to anyone.   Thank you once again for everything you did for us all (Barney included, he could  always make us smile!), it really was the best we could have wished for our mum. 

Nathalie Welsh 10th May 2019

We received a professional and caring service . Everything was taken care of , nothing was too much trouble . Flexible and understanding of our circumstances, we can't thank you enough for everything you have done for us , making this difficult time a little less stressful. Many comments were made after the funeral at how dignified and professional the service was conducted . We would highly recommend Rowley&sons . Thank you once again for everything.

Mandy Dewsbury 30th Apr 2019

Excellent service by a team of true professionals. Understanding, sympathy and warmth in abundance.  Would highly recommend

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Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

Dilston House
65 Lawrence Street
Layerthorpe
York
YO10 3BU

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

About Us

Rowley and Sons is a family run independent funeral service, owned and run by Martin and Elizabeth Rowley, based in Lawrence Street, York. They provide a friendly, caring and professional service for bereaved families in the surrounding area.

They can provide a range of different funerals from traditional church services to completely non-religious celebrations of life, and offer cremation, burial, or green burial options. Rowley and Sons are able to advise on all aspects of your loved one’s funeral and make all the necessary arrangements on your behalf, offering a ‘one stop’ service.

Their York funeral home has a chapel of rest which is available at any time, including evenings and weekends (by arrangement). They can arrange a selection of beautifully-made coffins to suit any type of funeral service, from solid oak and veneered options to eco-friendly coffins such as cardboard, wicker, bamboo and banana leaf. Funeral transport is also covered with a range of hearses and limousines.

Rowley and Sons offer clear pricing on their website and also offer funeral finance options if required.

Call Rowley and Sons Family Funeral Services in York now to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Debra Barrett 11th May 2019

    I can’t thank Martin, Elizabeth and sons enough for the kindness and compassion shown to us during the most difficult of times and for the dignified and caring way in which my mum was looked after.  Nothing was too much trouble and on the day of my mums funeral everything was done with the utmost professionalism and care.  I would have no hesitation in recommending Rowley and Sons to anyone.  
    Thank you once again for everything you did for us all (Barney included, he could  always make us smile!), it really was the best we could have wished for our mum. 

  • 5 Nathalie Welsh 10th May 2019

    We received a professional and caring service . Everything was taken care of , nothing was too much trouble . Flexible and understanding of our circumstances, we can't thank you enough for everything you have done for us , making this difficult time a little less stressful. Many comments were made after the funeral at how dignified and professional the service was conducted . We would highly recommend Rowley&sons . Thank you once again for everything.

  • 5 Mandy Dewsbury 30th Apr 2019

    Excellent service by a team of true professionals. Understanding, sympathy and warmth in abundance. 
    Would highly recommend

  • 5 Toni-Ann Guilford 30th Apr 2019

    So from the start the service i had with Rowleys was spot on!!! All very easy, and very helpful!!! The humanist service was just what I asked for. The cost of mums funeral was so much less that a previous company I'd looked at... a wonderful family team, Thanks to you all!!! Toni...x

  • 5 Peter Taylor 30th Apr 2019

    Friendly, sensitive and professional service.

  • 5 Julie Robinson 30th Apr 2019

    We had to use rowleys again in short time yet again there service was brilliant especially when we had to change things Elizabeth was lovely they organised everything in a short time the sons who did the funeral were lovely caring people yet again I recommend them to other people          Thank you Julie and Charlie 

  • 5 Ann Patricia Townsley 1st Apr 2019

    Rowley and Sons were excellent. They made everything run so smoothly. They did everything possible to help me and my Family. Family and Friends commented on what a beautiful Service it was. Thank you. 

  • 5 Susan Dobsworth 29th Mar 2019

    Martin and the team organised everything promptly and professionally, he was friendly and kind and made the whole process a lot easier. Would definitely recommend them to anyone

  • 5 Rod Brittle 28th Mar 2019

    Nothing was too much trouble and everything was carried out with dignity and compassion. And also on time.

    Certainly to be recommended.

  • 5 Philip Metcalf 27th Mar 2019

    5 stars without hesitation. Martin Rowley showed great compassion and understanding in dealing with our son's funeral. I have already told our younger son to use Rowley & Sons when it's my time to go.

  • 5 Christine Wallace 27th Mar 2019

    Rowley's dealt with the funeral of my father with tact, kindness and absolute professionalism.

  • 5 Sarah Bramley 27th Mar 2019

    Thank you.

  • 5 Glenda Boorman 19th Mar 2019

    We thought Rowley and son were very good , very understanding and was pleased with there services, would gladly recommend them. IT IS difficult enough when you lose a loved one and they helped us through with care.

  • 5 Helen Smith 19th Mar 2019

    From the moment I entered Rowley and sons I felt very well supported. Everything was explained and any worries or concerns handled sensitively. Whenever I needed to contact the funeral director either by email or on the phone the response was swift. I would highly recommend Rowley and Sons and would certainly use this firm in the future.

  • 5 Alison Mason 19th Mar 2019

    Rowley and sons were very caring and helpful. We weren't rushed into anything and could take our time. When we went to visit Kevin ,Martin explained everything to us and made us feel a lot better about seeing him.The funeral itself was carried out in a very caring and quiet way. Thankyou once again.

  • 5 Barbra Mills 8th Feb 2019

    My son passed away in the evening of August they dealt with my call with a lot of care and compassion and came out and collected my son no fuss completely on my trust of signing papers on the Monday morning could not be more grateful to this family run firm of funeral directors and despite a few hiccups on my side nothing was a problem. I had previously no funeral plan in order and they took complete control of my wishes and dealt with it taken a lot of stress away from myself once again I would say to anyone out there who finds themselves in this position seriously think about using family firms they have just as much respect and care as the longer running funeral directors and pricewise will deliver to your needs more than reasonable

  • 5 Jane Porch 5th Feb 2019

    I am so glad we chose Rowley and Sons as they took all the stress and worry away and organised a very personalised funeral. Martin and Elizabeth Rowley were available at all times with help, advice and support. 

  • 5 Martin Abley 5th Feb 2019

    I would recommend Rowley and sons to everyone, lovely people!!

  • 5 Simone Hutchinson 28th Jan 2019

    Thankyou very much. An excellent service provided and keiran had a good send off. You all did fantastically well and we're very supportive to me and our family from your family. I will definately recommended you a as a service in the future. Kindest regards
    Simone hutchinson

  • 5 Jackie Thomas 19th Jan 2019

    I can’t recommend Martin and Elizabeth highly enough, they were a huge support during a very difficult time. The service they gave was outstanding and I felt no pressure from them when we discussed payment options. Would definitely use them again. 

  • 5 Leslie Jackson 11th Jan 2019

    A very professional caring job done on the day of our mums fueral . Nothing was mised it made our sad day seem a little less stressfull our family's cant thank you enough regard from all of us

  • 5 Robert Coundon 9th Jan 2019

    Highly recommend 

  • 5 Jill Fearn 9th Jan 2019

    outstanding service provided, very efficient in organising and executing the wishes of my late mum, Mrs Jean Simpson, ensuring all mums wishes were met, the service was very comforting.We would certainly recommend Martin Rowley & sons to all our family & friends

  • 5 Robert Collison 8th Jan 2019

    The service the care and attention I received from Martin and Elizabeth was outstanding in every way their help and advice made a difficult period for our family a little easier.

  • 5 Catherine Livesey 8th Jan 2019

    We were absolutely delighted with the service provided - couldn't fault it. Such a caring company.

Address
Dilston House
65 Lawrence Street
Layerthorpe
York
YO10 3BU

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

Debra Barrett 11th May 2019

I can’t thank Martin, Elizabeth and sons enough for the kindness and compassion shown to us during the most difficult of times and for the dignified and caring way in which my mum was looked after.  Nothing was too much trouble and on the day of my mums funeral everything was done with the utmost professionalism and care.  I would have no hesitation in recommending Rowley and Sons to anyone.   Thank you once again for everything you did for us all (Barney included, he could  always make us smile!), it really was the best we could have wished for our mum. 

Nathalie Welsh 10th May 2019

We received a professional and caring service . Everything was taken care of , nothing was too much trouble . Flexible and understanding of our circumstances, we can't thank you enough for everything you have done for us , making this difficult time a little less stressful. Many comments were made after the funeral at how dignified and professional the service was conducted . We would highly recommend Rowley&sons . Thank you once again for everything.

Mandy Dewsbury 30th Apr 2019

Excellent service by a team of true professionals. Understanding, sympathy and warmth in abundance.  Would highly recommend

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