J Parkinson & Sons Funeral Directors, Wickersley

55 reviews

J. Parkinson & Sons Funeral Directors is an independent, family-owned company renowned for providing the highest standards of service in the Wickersley area.

Latest Verified Reviews

Antony Bainbridge 16th Mar 2024

Thank you so much  Warren and his team were excellent at every step of my mums funeral  From the moment we set foot in the office both me and my wife were at ease  Planning the funeral was made so easy no pushing of products it was up to us to pick what was right for us and my mum  The day went so smoothly thanks to the planning and professionalism of Parkingsons Carl Taylor our celebrant was recommended and he too made the day to be remembered for all the right reasons  Again thank you  Antony Bainbridge and family

Alison Calvert 8th Mar 2024

Thank you so much for making a difficult day special

Michael Berry 4th Mar 2024

Very caring and thoughtful. Lovely service provided.

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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

1A Rosemary Rd
Wickersley
South Yorkshire
S66 2DF

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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
Call: 01709 242470

About Us

J Parkinson & Sons Funeral Directors, Wickersley are a fifth-generation family funeral director in Rotherham. Embedded in the local community of Wickersley, J Parkinson’s long experience in providing funeral arrangement services allows them to offer a tailored service that meets your needs and respects the wishes of your loved one.

The professional and supportive staff can help you to arrange a service that meets the requirements of all religious and cultural beliefs. You can arrange any kind of funeral, from a traditional service to a modern celebration of life.


J Parkinson also offer pre-paid funeral plans, coffin options, woodland burials, use of a private chapel, memorial options, horse-drawn hearse hire, white dove and balloon release ceremonies and more.


As members of the NAFD, BIFD and SAIF, you will receive a level of professionalism and care that few other funeral directors can offer. For more information, or obligation-free advice, contact J Parkinson & Sons Funeral Directors, Wickersley today.

Latest Obituaries

Peter   Challinor

Peter Challinor

Oct 1934 - Feb 2024

Pamela   Bainbridge

Pamela Bainbridge

Jul 1947 - Feb 2024

Hilary   Stewart

Hilary Stewart

Oct 1943 - Feb 2024

Ronald   Berry

Ronald Berry

Aug 1941 - Jan 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Antony Bainbridge 16th Mar 2024

    Thank you so much 
    Warren and his team were excellent at every step of my mums funeral 
    From the moment we set foot in the office both me and my wife were at ease 
    Planning the funeral was made so easy no pushing of products it was up to us to pick what was right for us and my mum 
    The day went so smoothly thanks to the planning and professionalism of Parkingsons
    Carl Taylor our celebrant was recommended and he too made the day to be remembered for all the right reasons 
    Again thank you 
    Antony Bainbridge and family

  • 5 Alison Calvert 8th Mar 2024

    Thank you so much for making a difficult day special

  • 5 Michael Berry 4th Mar 2024

    Very caring and thoughtful. Lovely service provided.

  • 5 Wendy Pond 29th Feb 2024

    Everything organised pleasantly and sympathetically.Could not have been better.Thank you for your help at this sad time.

  • 5 Joanne Stringer 3rd Feb 2024

    Five star service to Parkinsons, Warren & his team extremely compassionate, & understanding.
    Thank you to Teresa too for her patience, every member of the team has shown great empathy to our family. 
    Many thanks. 
    Joanne Stringer

  • 5 Stephanie Mansell 3rd Feb 2024

    Hi Jonathan,
    Myself and the family wish to thank you for your outstanding care, compassion and kindness during a very difficult time. Everyone at the funeral commented on the extremely professional service and care provided by you and your staff. 
    Nothing was too much trouble and without doubt would highly recommend your company.
    Kind regards 
    Steph Mansell

  • 5 Leonie Wallace 26th Dec 2023

    Thank you so much to Warren. Such a warm and supportive guy - just what I needed to help me through organising my first funeral. Everything went smoothly and I couldn’t have wished for anything more. I highly recommend Parkinsons. 

  • 5 John Fearnside 22nd Dec 2023

    An extremely professional, well organised funeral service provided in a dignified, respectful, sensitive, caring and sympathetic manner with attention to detail. J. Parkinson and Sons are a long established and highly regarded firm who can be relied upon to make all necessary arrangements and make a sad time for those who are bereaved as easy to bear as possible.

  • 5 Philip Mooney 27th Oct 2023

    Everything was done perfectly.  Responses to any questions were dealt with immediately. A special thank  you to Warren, Teresa and Craig the Celebrant. 

  • 5 Krista Holford-Meggitt 3rd Oct 2023

    You are all wonderful people and me and my family couldn’t thank you enough 

  • 5 Robert Smith 22nd Sep 2023

    J Parkinson & Sons handled the whole process with professionalism, and courteously took care of us as a family.

  • 5 Karen Ross 18th Sep 2023

    The friendly and supportive team at J Parkinsons & Sons were also very respectful, and professional. Thank you for guiding us through the process and for helping us to arrange a fitting funeral and celebration of our beautiful mum's life.

  • 5 Sean Sullivan 8th May 2023

    The service from Warren and the team was first rate. Very professional, extremely thoughtful and made the sad circumstances one which was very easy for us to deal with.

    Thank you 

  • 5 Anne Ashton 6th May 2023

    Professional, informative, respectful polite, kind and caring at all times. Everything was ready for the day. Would highly recommend J.E. Parkinson Funeral Directors Wickersly.

  • 5 Jayne Hughes 25th Apr 2023

    Compassionate, kind, understanding, professional and prompt service. Would highly recommend

  • 5 Emma Rae 2nd Apr 2023

    This was the first time I’d had to organise a funeral so didn’t know what I was doing or what to expect, but Warren at Parkinson’s took all the stress away. Even on the day when there was a traffic hiccup, he dealt with it calmly and we managed to give Mum a lovely funeral. Thank you. 

  • 5 Wendy Commons 26th Mar 2023

    We didn’t know where to start planning the funeral when we lost dad. Thank goodness we chose Parkinsons. Warren was lovely and reassuring, gave us invaluable advice and made sure everything went perfectly on the day. This company shows outstanding professionalism at the time when you need it most.

  • 5 Danielle Scott 21st Feb 2023

    We can not fault the service we have received from Parkinson’s. 
    Everything has been so organised, helped up to sort stuff and so professional. 

    Thank you 

  • 5 Susan Bentley 20th Feb 2023

    Warren at Parkinsons has stayed in touch from the moment I contacted him. Caring and understanding, crying and even laughing with the family. Wonderful from the start . 

  • 5 Carol Suter 30th Dec 2022

    Everyones contribution at Parkinson and Sons has been exceptional. Sensitive. Thorough. Compassionate and respectful. We thank you for looking after our Dad and of course husband of Joan. 🙏

  • 5 Jan Brown 4th Jun 2022

    The support and help was first class. All the staff were extremely compassionate and professional. Nothing was too much trouble and they were there for us throughout.
    We have used Parkinson’s previously and would highly recommend them.
    A special thank you to Warren who guided us through the whole process and was very kind and understanding.

  • 5 Martin Walker 1st Apr 2022

    I can't thank Warren and his team enough. He made planning so easy. Just mention the music and artists you require for the funeral and no problem. A very caring company 💕

  • 5 Carley Wright 28th Jan 2022

    Couldn’t wish for better help
    And service . Warren really helped me and my family through our difficult loss and created a beautiful service! 

  • 5 Joanne Barker 19th Jan 2022

    Impossible to thank you enough. Very professional and caring. 

  • 5 Joanne Kumar 8th Jan 2022

    J Parkinson's & sons Funeral Directors were empathetic and supportive throughout the entire process from arranging of the funeral; enabling visiting of the deceased to delivery of the funeral service.

    It appears extremely important to this company that they are meeting all of your requirements and this is reflected in the behavior, ethos and professionalism demonstrated by all of their staff.

    Nothing is too much trouble for this company and they really do go the extra mile to support your needs. Their response to all of your queries is efficient and their knowledge and expertise cannot be underestimated.

    As a recent customer we were really looked after and valued from start to finish. I can honestly recommend J Parkinsons & Sons funeral director for their honesty; reliability and integrity.


Address
1A Rosemary Rd
Wickersley
South Yorkshire
S66 2DF

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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

Antony Bainbridge 16th Mar 2024

Thank you so much  Warren and his team were excellent at every step of my mums funeral  From the moment we set foot in the office both me and my wife were at ease  Planning the funeral was made so easy no pushing of products it was up to us to pick what was right for us and my mum  The day went so smoothly thanks to the planning and professionalism of Parkingsons Carl Taylor our celebrant was recommended and he too made the day to be remembered for all the right reasons  Again thank you  Antony Bainbridge and family

Alison Calvert 8th Mar 2024

Thank you so much for making a difficult day special

Michael Berry 4th Mar 2024

Very caring and thoughtful. Lovely service provided.

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