J. Vernon Kendrick Funeral Directors, Lye

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Independent family funeral directors, established in 1931 and providing caring, professional funeral arranging services in Lye and Stourbridge

Latest Verified Reviews

Lizzy Stafford 14th Mar 2026

We couldn’t fault Tony and his team at Kendrick’s Lye. They made a really tough time bearable through their compassion and patience. Thankyou. 

Norman Robertson 28th Feb 2026

At a time of great sadness and stress, Dan and his team acted in a most sympathetic, efficient and caring manner. Thanks to you all for your kindness.

Adele Cullen 1st Feb 2026

Very helpful with going through how all the process works and very considerate and compassionate

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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

Vernon House, Cemetery Road
Lye
West Midlands
DY9 8DB

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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

J. Vernon Kendrick independent family funeral directors has been providing funeral services in Lye, Wollescote, Stourbridge and the surrounding areas since 1931.

Under the personal attention of Dan Kendrick, Linda Glock and Tony Jones, all of the team will be able to guide you through every step of the process with kindness and consideration.

J. Vernon Kendrick provides traditional funeral services, simple funerals, and direct cremations. No matter your requirements, you will receive a high standard of care and attention. The funeral home at Lye is fully equipped to care for and accommodate your loved one.

The offices are open 9 to 5, Monday to Friday, with appointments on Saturday mornings. J Vernon Kendrick also operates a 24-hour telephone service.

Call J. Vernon Kendrick funeral directors today to find out how they can help you plan the perfect send-off, whatever type of funeral you have in mind.

Latest Obituaries

Kenneth   May

Kenneth May

Apr 1945 - Apr 2026

Barry David   Notton

Barry David Notton

Aug 1946 - Apr 2026

John    Butterworth

John Butterworth

Sep 1943 - Mar 2026

Peter Nicholas   Ashton

Peter Nicholas Ashton

Mar 1956 - Feb 2026

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Lizzy Stafford 14th Mar 2026

    We couldn’t fault Tony and his team at Kendrick’s Lye. They made a really tough time bearable through their compassion and patience.
    Thankyou. 

  • 5 Norman Robertson 28th Feb 2026

    At a time of great sadness and stress, Dan and his team acted in a most sympathetic, efficient and caring manner.
    Thanks to you all for your kindness.

  • 5 Adele Cullen 1st Feb 2026

    Very helpful with going through how all the process works and very considerate and compassionate

  • 5 Pauline Hodgson 14th Jan 2026

    Excellent service you made us all very welcome the service it self was private and heart breaking but couldn't ask for anything better, following the hearse was beautiful never seen one lit up before emma was our star and her final journey she was lit like that shinning star that she was ❤️❤️❤️

  • 5 Owen Jones 7th Jan 2026

    Very kind,thoughtful and extremely professional 

  • 5 Deanna Forrest 5th Dec 2025

    Highly recommend this company.from start to finish tony was brilliant with us arranging our mom's funeral.

  • 5 Martin Westwood 2nd Dec 2025

    All went well as planned. Thank you

  • 5 Susan Hammond 13th Nov 2025

    Very happy with the care that was shown to myself and my family.
    Would recommend them to anyone.
    Nothing was to much trouble, many thanks to all the staff at Vernon Kendrick’s.

  • 5 Yvonne May 12th Nov 2025

    Both my family and my deceased husband were treated with respect and dignity. Beautiful service by Pastor Jill. Tony treated me as family and was very patient with me. Dave the driver was so kind holding my hand as I walked behind my husbands coffin. I cannot praise this business enough. Thank you all

  • 5 Steven Perry 26th Oct 2025

    First class service from the moment we made initial contact to the day itself thank you

  • 5 Raylene Malpass 29th Sep 2025

    When my dad passed away, we had no idea where to start. Everything was explained and guided so clearly, which made things much easier for us at such a difficult time.

    The service was carried out beautifully, and the flowers were just right — simple, respectful, and very fitting for him. We’re very thankful for the care and thoughtfulness shown throughout the whole process.

  • 5 Nicholas Pitt 22nd Sep 2025

    Having never had the responsibility of arranging the funeral of a loved one before, not to mention the utter devastation that accompanies it. I have to say, JVK - specifically Tony - made the process as painless as possible. And, while I hope anyone reading this review never has to experience the pain of needing their services, should you do, I could not recommend them enough.

  • 5 John Layton 24th Aug 2025

    From the day Mom passed to picking up the ashes, we were handled with the utmost care and gentleness. They made sure we understood exactly what would happen when and guided us in what we needed to do; always with patience and respect.
    They helped give Mom a send off worthy of a live well llived.
    Thank you for everything.

  • 5 Sally Hollis 14th Jul 2025

    Very professional service provided, but also in a personable and empathetic way.

  • 5 Denise Thomas 10th Jul 2025

    Family have used Kendricks before. Very caring from the moment I contacted them. Kept me informed of how the arrangements were going. Professional, caring and attentive.

  • 5 David Owen 9th Jul 2025

    An extremely difficult time was dealt with sensitively and with the utmost professionalism. Staff were all extremely kind and thoughtful. We felt that Mum was very well looked after.

  • 5 Sandra Bladen 24th Jun 2025

    Very helpful and kind

  • 5 Sam Robertson 22nd Jun 2025

    Can't thank the whole team enough, so professional and caring and nothing too much trouble, special thanks to Linda, who not only helped us arrange mom's funeral and made a very sad difficult time a lot easier, but also looked after us in their lounge afterwards, the catering was delicious and plenty of it. Big thanks to the whole team

  • 5 Jenny Cleverly 21st Jun 2025

    Can’t speak highly enough of Tony and the team. Went above and beyond with care and attention for my Dad. Nothing was too much trouble.
    Would highly recommend!!

  • 5 Kim Northall 21st Jun 2025

    Tony , Dave and rest of staff were respectful , helpful & incredibly professional . Thank you all . 

  • 5 Paul Prosser 19th Jun 2025

    This was my first funeral to arrange, can't thank them enough, always on hand and took away all the stress, the staff were so friendly and the funeral went smoothly, would definitely recommend, thanks again.

  • 5 Steven Hodgetts 17th Jun 2025

    Excellent and compassionate throughout the whole process.

  • 5 Bridgett Smith 8th Jun 2025

    Kind & professional through a difficult process 

  • 5 Richard Lyndon 19th May 2025

    Can I take the opportunity Tony to extend our family's sincere thanks to you and all the JVK team who were - as we have come to experience before - incredibly professional, courteous and empathetic at what is always a very sad time for families. Our best wishes too to Kevin for a very long and happy retirement. 

  • 5 Angela Hipkin 11th May 2025

    Tony and the team did an excellent job, have used Kendricks a few times they always treat the family with respect and are always happy to help you

Address
Vernon House, Cemetery Road
Lye
West Midlands
DY9 8DB

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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

Lizzy Stafford 14th Mar 2026

We couldn’t fault Tony and his team at Kendrick’s Lye. They made a really tough time bearable through their compassion and patience. Thankyou. 

Norman Robertson 28th Feb 2026

At a time of great sadness and stress, Dan and his team acted in a most sympathetic, efficient and caring manner. Thanks to you all for your kindness.

Adele Cullen 1st Feb 2026

Very helpful with going through how all the process works and very considerate and compassionate

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