A.W. Lymn is a family-run funeral director firm serving bereaved families from Cotmanhay, Heanor, Kimberley, and other communities in the area.
Latest Verified Reviews
Shakera Lebeter30th Dec 2021
Our family can not thank them enough for the day my mum had couldnt have wished for a better service.
A Big thankyou to Tracey Matthews for her service it was a really nice send off on such a bad day.
Lisa Newton18th Dec 2021
Thank you very much to Michelle and all the team. You did our Scott proud. Nothing was too much trouble. Calming atmosphere to make you feel at ease at a terrible time of grief.
Jill Weston13th Dec 2021
i was very pleased with the serves i reserved from the time i spoke to the staff when my brother passed away they could not do enough for me they were very helpful thanks to all the staff that was involved Mrs Jill Weston .
In 2003, the Cotmanhay branch joined A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service. Before then, it was the headquarters of the Ilkeston Co-op Funeral Service, which opened in 1979.
Bennerley House, the beautiful building where the funeral home is located, originally belonged to a local carpenters and includes a reception area, family rooms, visitation rooms, cold room facilities and garaging for part of our fleet of Rolls Royce hearses and limousines.
Mick Schofield is the funeral director responsible for this office and is assisted by funeral arranger Nikki Anderson.
The opening times are from 9 am to 5 pm from Monday to Friday, but you can call at any time on the telephone number to arrange an appointment – you will then be able to arrange a meeting at your convenience.
The branch covers all of Cotmanhay and its surrounding area, including Awsworth, Cossall, Eastwood, Heanor, Langley Mill, Loscoe, Shipley, Smalley, Stanley, West Hallam and further afield.
A W Lymn The Family Funeral Service was founded in 1907 and is now managed by Nigel, Matthew and Jackie Lymn Rose.
Our family can not thank them enough for the day my mum had couldnt have wished for a better service.
A Big thankyou to Tracey Matthews for her service it was a really nice send off on such a bad day.
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Thank you Shakera for the kind review, we are pleased Tracey Matthews looked after you with the service and you felt supported by us through this difficult time of losing your mum From Michelle, Mick and the team at Cotmanhay
5Lisa Newton18th Dec 2021
Thank you very much to Michelle and all the team. You did our Scott proud. Nothing was too much trouble. Calming atmosphere to make you feel at ease at a terrible time of grief.
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
To Scott’s lovely family, Thank you for taking the time to write this review, it was a honour to take care of the arrangements for your brother who was clearly loved by all for his kindness within our community. From us all at Cotmanhay, Thank you
5Jill Weston13th Dec 2021
i was very pleased with the serves i reserved from the time i spoke to the staff when my brother passed away they could not do enough for me they were very helpful thanks to all the staff that was involved Mrs Jill Weston .
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Dear Jill, Thank you for the kind words and taking the time to write a lovely review. It was a pleasure looking after the funeral arrangements for your late brother Barry.
From Michelle, Mick and all the team at Cotmanhay
5Michelle Wheatley9th Dec 2021
After losing my Husband suddenly , I myself along with every one that attended the Funeral / Cremation had only praise and appreciation for Funeral Company
"A.W. Lymn" they conducted the Funeral from beginning to End with the utmost consideration and compassion, not a single person attending had any cause to complain and spoke of them with such high regards, As for myself and his Family cannot begin to thank "Mick" and all concerned for the impeccable and truly wonderful way we were treated.
yours Sincerely
Mrs Wheatley & Family xx
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
I would like to say a big thank you to you and your family for these kind words. It is very nice that you took the time to send a review in at such a sad time for you, especially at this time of the year. I am very happy that everything went to your wishes and that this gives you some comfort. Thank you again, Mick.
5David Grebby20th Nov 2021
Very helpful
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Thank you for the kind comments from Michelle, Mick and all at Cotmanhay
5Scott Syson20th Oct 2021
lymms did mum proud from beginning to the end,absalutley marvelous thank you so much from son scott and wife pam.
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review, It was a honour for us to care for mum and look after such a glamorous lady to the end. From Michelle and Mick and all at Cotmanhay
5Stephen Protheroe18th Oct 2021
The empathy of the staff from Michelle in the office from day one of dads death right up to the service of Mick on the day of dads funeral was second to none . A heartfelt thank you from Stephen and family
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Thank you for the kind words and lovely comments and allowing us to look after the funeral for your late father Kenneth. From myself, Mick and team at cotmanhay, Thank you
5Steven Harrison1st Oct 2021
Fantastic job for start to finish and a big thanks to michelle lbbett and tracey matthews .
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Thank you for taking the time for leaving such a lovely comment, from Michelle, Mick and Tracey Matthews
5Karen Henshaw15th Sep 2021
Fantastic service from start to finish , All staff very helpful, recommended British legion on behalf of family which made it a very special and fitting service
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Thank you for these kind words, I am very happy that everything was as you wanted. Mick.
5Lisa Thompson23rd Aug 2021
Amazing service from day one, they listened to our requirements and made sure the day was perfect for my Dad.
Thankyou
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your kind words. We are glad the team at Cotmanhay help you arrange the perfect service for your Dad.
5David Cameron 17th Aug 2021
Absolutely amazing for my wife and my mum xxxx 5 stars
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Thank you from all in the Cotmanhay Team for this 5* review, we are happy that everything went well on the two funerals. Mick.
5Paul Webster6th Aug 2021
Very professional.
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Thank you for this kind review, I am happy that all went well. Mick.
5Wendy Brown 20th Jul 2021
Michelle was lovely, so helpful and was happy to help with any questions on what to do. Very caring.
Neil was so calming and friendly, giving advice and guidance at the funeral.
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Dear Wendy, Thank you for the kind words and taking the time to leave a lovely review. It was a pleasure to help and guide you with arranging mum’s funeral from Michelle and all the team at Cotmanhay.
5Geoff Rice15th Jul 2021
The service from MIck and the team was fantastic from start to finish. The attention to detail, support and guidance was first class. Nothing was too much trouble. Michelle did an amazing job for us, can't thank her enough.
Thank you all so very much.
The family of the late Alma Joan Thompson
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Dear Geoff and Pat, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review and your kind words. It was a pleasure for us to care for you all in making the arrangement for your Mother’s funeral. From Mick, Michelle and all at Cotmanhay.
5Denise Walmsley1st Jun 2021
From start to finish everything was perfect and to a very high standard. Nothing was too much trouble. We were supported and dealt with in a professional, friendly manner.
The deceased, was treated with dignity and respect.
Tracey, the celebrant suggested by Mick at Lymns, was excellent. Very caring and thoughtful. We felt comfortable with her from the start.
I would definitely recommend AW Lymn.
Special thanks to Mick and Tracey.
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Thank you for these kind words. I am very happy everything went as you wished and that Tracey Matthews was the right person to take the service and I am glad that you felt well looked after throughout. Thank you, Mick.
5Tracy Birtles2nd May 2021
Unfortunately I’ve had 2 recent deaths and each time the service was above and beyond! Excellent.. staff are all professional and very friendly
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Dear Tracy, Thank you for the lovely comments and kind words and entrusting us again to take care of your Mum, it was a pleasure helping and guiding you through both the arrangements. I have also passed on your words to Mick and Julia. From us all at Cotmanhay, thank you, Michelle
5Keith Leivers13th Apr 2021
The service was excellent in all respects. Sympathetic, and efficient.
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Dear Mr Leivers, Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review and for the comments, from Michelle and Mick
5Clare Ball16th Mar 2021
We entrusted our son Desmond into the care of your company. From the minute he left our house with Wayne and Rebecca who handled the whole situation with sensitivity and respect. We immediately felt that he would be in safe hands. I will be forever grateful to Michelle Ibbett for her kindness, empathy and understanding, we had no idea about the.process of funerals and she explained everything in detail to us, sometimes several times as we weren't taking things in and couldn't believe our beloved son had died.We were supported by her to visit him as many times as we wanted, made to feel comfortable, offered tea and a genuine listening ear. Her professionalism and organizational skills were evident on the day of his funeral. Making it a beautiful stress fee final journey.
Mick was a credit to his profession, ensuring everything ran smoothly a really lovely gentleman. Thank you all
Clare and Des Ball
A.W. Lymn, Cotmanhay Team replied
Dear Clare and Des,
I honestly don’t know how to thank you both for these beautiful comments and this review, and for entrusting me to care for Des on his final journey. Des was a beautiful soul and I am grateful for knowing him, his kind and caring nature is evident from meeting you and is truly a credit to you both. His loss has hit our community of Ilkeston hard, with all the great things Des has contributed over his time, with his humour, advice and time for everyone. His loss will be felt for many years to come. Des was a true warrior of the people to the end and on behalf of myself, Mick, Jen and Wayne and all at Cotmanhay Thank you.
5Ray Allsebrook12th Feb 2021
Just excellent in every way, lovely staff, really know what they are doing.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you Ray for these lovely comments and kind words, It’s a shame I didn’t get to meet you again as we had to communicate via the telephone, but it was an honour to take care of your Grandad and help with the arrangements for his funeral. It was lovely to see so many people attend the funeral and Mick has asked me to also pass on his thanks to you, from Michelle and all at Cotmanhay
5Meryl Eaton 10th Feb 2021
We found A W Lymm to be extremely sympathetic, respectful and helpful. Excellent communication with everyone going above and beyond. Thank you.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you for your kind comments and for taking the time to write the review. It was a pleasure helping and guiding you all with arranging the funeral for Gary a truly remarkable man. From Michelle and all at Cotmanhay
5Mary Murkin3rd Feb 2021
I just wanted to put into words how grateful we were for the wonderful funeral service which AW Lymn provided for my Mum. Everything went so smoothly from beginning to end.
We didn't know anything about A W Lymn before Mum passed away, other than the fact that there was an office near where she lived, and we relied on Google to make the decision about which funeral director to use. We are so glad that we made the right decision!
When my Mum passed away the thoughts of arranging her funeral were daunting, to say the least. However, Michelle at the Cotmanhay office, Richard the Civil Celebrant and Mick, who led the proceedings on the day, guided us through the process, not only professionally, but also with care and compassion. Thank you so much.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
It was a pleasure to arrange the funeral for your late mother and I am pleased we were able to help and guide you through this difficult time. It was lovely to hear mums journey in life and her passion of trains and the railways, as with all your family, which helped me personalise the service for her - one fitting for a truly remarkable lady.
The flowers on the day were as lovely as I had expected them to be and I’m please you all got to enjoy them afterwards. Mick and Richard have asked me to send their personal thanks and best wishes to you all. From all the team at Cotmanhay Thank you and take care, Michelle.
5Christine Webster 20th Jan 2021
From the first time I contacted you the process was very smooth, nothing was too much trouble, and everything was explained to me.
On the day of the funeral, which ran very smoothly, everyone was very nice and explained how the funeral would go.
Family and friends who attended said how very impressed they were and how nice the service was.
Thank you Michelle, Michael and your team for doing a great job.
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Dear Christine, On behalf of Mick and myself we cant thank you enough for the kind words and taking the time to leave such a lovely review. Ross had such a beautiful singing voice and I am pleased we were able to use his music within the funeral service. It was a privilege to help guide you through the arrangements and for Mick to look after you on the day. Thank you. Michelle.
5Tayler West19th Jan 2021
Absolutely amazing, so helpful throughout the whole process! Couldn’t thank Michelle and Tracey enough x
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Thank you Tayler for taking the time to leave such lovely comments, your Dad would be very proud of you for arranging such a lovely fitting funeral for him. I have passed on your thanks to Tracey Mathews the funeral celebrant. All the best and take care Michelle.
5Pauline Whitby 19th Jan 2021
A very professional and caring service
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Olga, Thank you for the lovely kind words and review you have left for myself and the team at Cotmanhay for arranging Brian’s funeral. I’m pleased I could help you and Paul through this difficult time, Best wishes Michelle
5Rhiannon Jenkins-Tsang4th Jan 2021
I had to deal with a sudden bereavement as the only next of kin.
Michelle was fantastic- supportive, compassionate and professional from the first phone call in the midst of the initial crisis. She kept things moving but always had time to talk- a rare skill.
I would highly recommend her and the team at Cotmanhay. Nothing was too much trouble. They understand the emotional aspects of a bereavement but also hold your hand through the practicalities from organising the funeral to signposting how to register the death and what happens next.
THANK YOU
Chloe Lymn Rose replied
Rhiannon, Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. It really was a privilege to help and guide you and your family through the process of arranging Dr Muckle's funeral and I am really glad that my support through this challenging time made such a difference to you. Your kind words are very much appreciated, All the best to you all - Michelle.
Our family can not thank them enough for the day my mum had couldnt have wished for a better service.
A Big thankyou to Tracey Matthews for her service it was a really nice send off on such a bad day.
Lisa Newton18th Dec 2021
Thank you very much to Michelle and all the team. You did our Scott proud. Nothing was too much trouble. Calming atmosphere to make you feel at ease at a terrible time of grief.
Jill Weston13th Dec 2021
i was very pleased with the serves i reserved from the time i spoke to the staff when my brother passed away they could not do enough for me they were very helpful thanks to all the staff that was involved Mrs Jill Weston .
