Farmer & Son Funeral Directors, Wordsley
Independent family funeral directors, established in 19th century and still providing caring, professional funeral arranging services in Wordsley
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
An independent family funeral directors in Wordsley, Farmer & Son funeral directors started in the late 1800’s and has a long history of providing dignified funeral services to people in Wordsley, Kingswinford, Wall Heath and the surrounding areas.
J. Vernon Kendrick brought the funeral home from the original farmer family in 1955 and now operate the home with the utmost professionalism and compassion.
The premises are fully equipped to care for your loved one with dignity and consideration, and provide you with a welcoming, peaceful environment to plan their funeral service. Whether you want an elaborate traditional ceremony, simple service or celebration of life, Farmer & Son funeral directors are there to help.
Branch manager Christine Charles oversees the funeral home in Wordsley, which is open Monday to Friday 9 till 5 and with appointments on Saturday mornings.
What Families Say
AI SummaryMany families mention the guidance they received during the planning process, noting that staff took time to explain options, answered questions patiently, and made arrangements feel straightforward rather than rushed. Several describe how this support eased what they found to be an overwhelming and emotionally demanding time.
Families frequently comment on how the funeral day itself was handled, often describing meticulous attention to timing, organisation, and small details. Many note that the staff who accompanied them were respectful and caring, making what was a difficult occasion feel as dignified and smooth as possible.
Communication throughout the process recurs often in what families share, with many highlighting that they were kept informed at each stage, felt listened to regarding their wishes, and experienced genuine compassion alongside professionalism from the team.
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
Karen Mason 17th Aug 2026
At our initial meeting with Chris she made a difficult process so easy, we had never arranged a funeral before and she just guided us through. Losing our daughter is just so heartbreaking. Chris kept me updated every step of the way. Thank you so much Chris. We were treated so well on the day of the funeral. All of thd gentlemen looked after us all very well. Thank you so much. Our whole experience with Farmer & Son was flawless from start to finish. We were so pleased that everything went so well for our daughter's final send off.
Julie Moss 10th Aug 2026
No problems on the day, very happy that mums funeral went really well and you provided a wheelchair for dad in the back of the booth. to use in case he needed it. Thank you with all my heart.
Pauline Smith 10th Jul 2026
Farmer’s provided excellent service throughout the funeral preparations of my late father. As a family, we have used their services for several generations without any cause for concern.
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