Irish & Denman, South Petherton
Irish and Denman is an independent family funeral director in South Petherton and the surrounding area.
Funeral Services
- Traditional burial
- Simple funeral
- Traditional cremation
- Home visit
- On-site parking
- Chapel of rest
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
About Us
Irish and Denman is an Independent family funeral directors, and has been serving South Petherton and the surrounding areas since the 1920s. Nigel Irish joined the family business in the early 1980s. In 2021, Nigel entrusted his business to family funeral directors A.J. Wakely & Sons and after several years of working alongside them, Nigel is enjoying retirement. Irish and Denman continues to offer funeral services in South Petherton under the careful care of Ross Abbott and Matthew Paterson.
Irish and Denman understand that the time following the loss of a loved one can be extremely difficult and confusing. It can also become overwhelming if you are the person responsible for arranging the funeral. Ross and staff will be there to guide you and offer assistance at every step. The sensitive and compassionate team will talk you through every step that needs to be taken whilst planning a loving tribute for your friend or family member. Irish and Denman can also assist with arranging details including funeral transport, floristry, coffins and ashes caskets, as well as a wide range of memorials.
Irish and Denman in South Petherton are proud members of: National Association of Funeral Directors & The National Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors. Call them today to begin planning the perfect funeral for your loved one.
What Families Say
AI SummaryMany families describe receiving patient, thoughtful guidance throughout the funeral planning process, noting that staff took time to explain options and support them in making decisions without pressure. Several mention that regular communication kept them informed at each stage, with staff readily answering questions and handling unexpected issues smoothly.
Families consistently emphasise the compassionate manner in which they were treated during a vulnerable time, describing staff as genuinely kind and caring rather than simply professional, and appreciating that the funeral itself was organised to reflect their wishes and honour their loved one.
This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.
Verified Reviews
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Professional Standards
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NAFD Member
Members agree to a published Code of Practice and can be held to account through the Association if something goes wrong.
What they do
- Inspects member premises to check standards are being met
- Runs a complaints and resolution service for bereaved families
- Provides funeral training and professional qualifications
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SAIF Member
Businesses are checked before they are admitted to SAIF and work to the Society’s Code of Practice.
What they do
- Inspects businesses before granting membership
- Represents independent and family-owned funeral directors
- Offers free, independent arbitration if something goes wrong
Latest Verified Reviews
Liam McSweeney 7th Oct 2026
Wonderful team, couldn't recommend enough. They helped us though this difficult time with compassion and patience.
Claire Green 6th Aug 2026
An excellent service from start to finish. Thankyou
Pauline Kidner 25th Jun 2026
Very Efficient, friendly and respectful