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

Derek Dobson 23rd Sep 2021

A very professional and sympathetic experience from start to finish, we were very happy with the whole support from the staff at Rowley and Sons . We will definitely use their services again when unfortunately we require them .

Jamie Sanderson 22nd Sep 2021

In such sad times the Rowley family did everything at our pace, they were so supportive throughout such a sad time we couldn't of asked for anymore. We simply can't thank them enough for giving Elaine the best she deserves. Kerry, Jamie.

Jan Grey 22nd Sep 2021

Everything and more than me and my family could have asked for.

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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 Derek Dobson 23rd Sep 2021

    A very professional and sympathetic experience from start to finish, we were very happy with the whole support from the staff at Rowley and Sons .
    We will definitely use their services again when unfortunately we require them .

  • 5 Jamie Sanderson 22nd Sep 2021

    In such sad times the Rowley family did everything at our pace, they were so supportive throughout such a sad time we couldn't of asked for anymore.
    We simply can't thank them enough for giving Elaine the best she deserves. Kerry, Jamie.

  • 5 Jan Grey 22nd Sep 2021

    Everything and more than me and my family could have asked for.

  • 5 Sharon Dalby 22nd Sep 2021

    Fantastic service very caring and compassionate from start to finish i would highly recommend 

  • 5 Simon Copper 16th Aug 2021

    The care, kindness and support I received from Rowley & Sons was exceptional.  While in their care my partner was so well looked after. They listened with compassion and empathy.  Nothing was too much trouble.  On the day of the funeral I could not have asked for more.  The respect they showed my partner, me & family was beyond expectation.  They made a very difficult time, a little bit easier and I will always be thankful to them.

  • 5 Della Whittington 10th Aug 2021

    Mr Rowley and family were amazing with the care they gave to my Dad and the excellent help in facilitating his funeral 300 miles away in Surrey. I and my family are extremely grateful for their kindness and wonderful care throughout our very sad and difficult time. 
    I would highly recommend  their services.
    Thank you so very much.

  • 5 Michelle Craven 10th Aug 2021

    I was recommended these and I’m so happy I went with Rowley’s and sons ,
    They put me at ease were so lovely and kind,
    I would highly recommend Rowley’s and son's 
    Thank you 

  • 5 Debbie Cavanagh 10th Aug 2021

    Elizabeth, Martin and everyone at Rowleys were absolutely amazing. They all went above and beyond in such difficult circumstances to ensure that my husband had an amazing send off. Thank you again x

  • 5 Rosemary Hunter 9th Aug 2021

    They were extremely helpful and caring at such a sad time and did everything and more to help us get things sorted. I have no hesitation in recommending them.

  • 5 Catherine Heap 9th Aug 2021

    Everyone we dealt with was helpful and professional. They went above and beyond to make a trying time as easy as possible. Would definitely recommend them to others.

  • 5 Michael Potts 9th Aug 2021

    Excellent caring company, could not have asked for better care and compassion from everyone at Rowley's. Nothing was too much for them to do.

    I would recommend then to anyone arranging a funeral for their loved one.

  • 5 Richard Burn 9th Aug 2021

    Very professional and made the whole process as painless as possible 

  • 5 Andrew Purcell 30th Jun 2021

    Excellent.

    We having nothing but praise.

    We always felt we were in safe hands at a very difficult time.

    Highly recommended.

  • 5 Jane Powell 29th Jun 2021

    We couldn't of asked for better service and would always recommend to friends

  • 5 Mark Fordyce 29th Jun 2021

    Fantastic service, lovely and caring from beginning to end and at a time when bereavement can make you feel vulnerable, Rowley & Sons were there to take care of all the details. Thank you

  • 5 Paul Robinson 6th May 2021

    This wonderful family company provided us with comfort, care and excellent advice and service right from the first phonecall.

    Martin, Elizabeth and their sons were absolutely brilliant.

    They were efficient, caring, and we really felt as a family that they did their absolute best for my late wife, me and our children, going above and beyond what I would have expected.

    They really took care with the detail, keeping in touch and offering advice and listening to us to make sure that everything could go as well as it possibly could. Genuinely first class service.

    I really can't thank them enough for all they did during a very difficult period.

    Thankyou Martin and family.

  • 5 Jean Harvey 6th May 2021

    Rowleys were really compassionate and ultra professional. They looked after my husband with dignity and respect, and they helped me through a really dreadful time, giving guidance and advice. For them, nothing was too much trouble. They are an amazing team and the family work together brilliantly. I would definitely recommend them to anyone.

  • 5 John Hennings 5th May 2021

    Very grateful for the kindness and efficiency shown by all at Rowley's in planning Annie's funeral. Everything was done with care and dignity and all the family's wishes were taken into account.

    Although many family members were unable to attend because of lockdown they were greatly comforted even by following the ceremony online. I would highly recommend Rowley's. They are not just doing a job but providing a ministry.

  • 5 Maria Rebolldedo 5th May 2021

    Rowley and Sons gave the best care to look after my husband (Larry). It’s not just my husband who’s well look after but the whole family. I recommend Rowley and Sons to all the families who have lost their loved ones. 

  • 5 Peter Lee 24th Mar 2021

    Thank you Elizabeth and all your staff at Rowley and sons for being so helpful, kind and considerate throughout our sad time.

  • 5 Tracey Cox 21st Mar 2021

    Very helpful and supportive the whole way through. The communication was excellent and we were confident that they would take care of everything for us.

  • 5 Simon Wilson 19th Mar 2021

    Everything was perfect thanks for giving my Mum the send off she deserved. Thank you all for your support and help before and after the funeral.
    Thank you again to Kevin and all at Rowley s cannot express the credit you deserve.
    Regards
    Simon Wilson

  • 5 Claire Taylor 19th Mar 2021

    Very professional.

  • 5 Rupert Waddington 19th Mar 2021

    Martin and his family/team were incredibly supportive and helpful. He understood the nuances we needed for this important occasion to be held under very difficult circumstances. Given how impeccably the funeral was conducted, Rowley's also offer tremendous value too. If you are looking for sympathetic help and advice, for time and space to make your difficult choices, and for complete confidence when the day finally comes, I can't recommend the company enough.

  • 5 Julie Murray 18th Mar 2021

    Rowleys provided an excellent  and very personal service. Elizabeth was happy to deal with any queries and their whole service was compassionate and understanding. Would highly recommend 

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

Derek Dobson 23rd Sep 2021

A very professional and sympathetic experience from start to finish, we were very happy with the whole support from the staff at Rowley and Sons . We will definitely use their services again when unfortunately we require them .

Jamie Sanderson 22nd Sep 2021

In such sad times the Rowley family did everything at our pace, they were so supportive throughout such a sad time we couldn't of asked for anymore. We simply can't thank them enough for giving Elaine the best she deserves. Kerry, Jamie.

Jan Grey 22nd Sep 2021

Everything and more than me and my family could have asked for.

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