J F Clarke & Son

73 reviews

J.F.Clarke & Son is an independent family funeral directors, in Axminster and the surrounding area. The family business has been established since 1880.

Latest Verified Reviews

Jenny Boniface 30th Oct 2024

Everyone was very understanding and helpful all through the process and the cremation day went very smoothly. I’m relieved it’s all over but they made it as stress free as possible. 

Jane Phillips 29th Oct 2024

JF Clarke and son are such a professional organisation who really care about you as a family, and work so hard to ensure that the funeral is perfect for your loved one and you. We felt listened to, safe, guided and cared for throughout. 

Michelle Latcham 7th Oct 2024

Caring and compassionate team at jf Clarke and sons Axminster. Nothing was ever too much trouble at a time as a  grieving family we needed support and guidance.  

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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

Lyme Rd
Axminster
Devon
EX13 5BE

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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: 01297 300972

About Us

J.F.Clarke & Son is an independent family funeral directors, in Axminster and the surrounding area. The family business has been established since 1880.

J.F. Clarke & Son has developed a reputation for providing a dignified and caring service for Axminster’s bereaved families whilst helping local community groups, charities, and churches.

The office is overseen by Funeral director Simon Searle who has worked within the family business for 40 years and is supported by his friendly team member Lindsey.

With 40 years of funeral directing experience and local knowledge, Simon and his caring staff are here to help guide you through the whole process of making funeral arrangements. They will provide you with all the advice necessary to create a lasting and personal tribute to your loved one, through what can be an overwhelming time.

J.F. Clarke & Son is a proud member of the Industries Professional bodies and adhere to the high standards set by the NAFD ( National Association of Funeral Directors) and SAIF (The National Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors).

The staff are on hand 24 hours, 365 days a year to support you. Please call to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 4 Jenny Boniface 30th Oct 2024

    Everyone was very understanding and helpful all through the process and the cremation day went very smoothly. I’m relieved it’s all over but they made it as stress free as possible. 

  • 5 Jane Phillips 29th Oct 2024

    JF Clarke and son are such a professional organisation who really care about you as a family, and work so hard to ensure that the funeral is perfect for your loved one and you. We felt listened to, safe, guided and cared for throughout. 

  • 5 Michelle Latcham 7th Oct 2024

    Caring and compassionate team at jf Clarke and sons Axminster. Nothing was ever too much trouble at a time as a  grieving family we needed support and guidance.  

  • 5 Karl Butler 8th Sep 2024

    Sabina was very helpful, respectful and kind and the arrangements were well organised and Lindsey was very nice on the 2nd viewing.

  • 5 Yanti Beament 27th Aug 2024

    I have always found the service and care received to be extremely professional and delivered to a very high standard. I would especially like to extend my thanks to Lynsey and Simon for their kind support.

  • 5 Claire Margetts 27th Aug 2024

    Lindsey, Tim and Neil were very professional yet personal in their handling of our friend’s funeral. They were most respectful of her wishes and golden  charter preparations. Trudi the celebrant was very thorough and thoughtful with her observations and service planning. The flowers and personal touches on the order of service were very special. Neil our driver was very meticulous and considerate also. Thank you so much for making it such a special day. 

  • 5 Angela Churchill 8th Jul 2024

    All the staff were amazing, very caring and patient to all our needs and professional. Gave Dad a beautiful send off. Many thanks to all the staff involved. 

  • 4 Pat Trueman 3rd Jul 2024

    The directors were considerate and helpful during the period leading up to the funeral. Their service was professional and ensured the event went smoothly. 

  • 5 Kay Vince 2nd Jul 2024

    The two members of staff who I met were Greg and Lindsey.  They were excellent but above all, at this difficult time for me, they were extremely kind and understanding.  This meant a great deal and I shall never forget it.

    Kay Vince 

  • 5 Philip Pearce 2nd Jun 2024

    From first contact and still ongoing Simon, Lindsey and the entire team have looked after us in a most professional way with dignity and care. Would not hesitate to highly recommend their services. 

  • 5 Bernard Giles 21st May 2024

    Just wonderful friendly and made me feel like i was special.
    Very sympathetic to me, not rushing, took time to listen to my concerns.i would recommend you to everyone. Well done and thankyou all again.

  • 5 Jane Pennington 25th Apr 2024

    Throughout all the dealings with F Clarke, I was so impressed with the way they dealt with everything. It was such a sad time for the family, but the compassion and respect shown was impeccable.

  • 5 David Moorman 2nd Apr 2024

    We were treated with kindness and professionalism throughout. Leah and the team were exemplary in planning and preparing, and on the day itself. Lindsey was so kind and welcoming when we came to the office. Thank you so much.

  • 5 Christine Joseph 28th Mar 2024

    Greg, Lindsey and the whole team were very empathetic at all times.Everything was clearly explained to me and I was never hurried into making any decisions at this sad time in my life. Thankyou for giving my mum the funeral she wanted

  • 5 Chen Downes 27th Feb 2024

    From the outset Greg and Lindsey were professional, understanding  and caring. All our requirements were catered for with ease. I was consulted every step of the way, whilst having all the arrangement undertaken for me. I cannot thank them enough and  I would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone. Thank you.  

  • 5 Neil Driscoll 27th Feb 2024

    Nice friendly people at Clark’s and son and every helpful thank you
    To you from Neil and Sandra driscoll 

  • 5 Sarah Lloyd-Davies 7th Feb 2024

    From just a few hours of mum’s passing I was reassured that she would be cared for. Their empathy and support was very reassuring at a difficult time. 
    Thank you

  • 5 Joan Stuckey 29th Dec 2023

    My family and I were very pleased with all the funeral arrangements for my husband that J F Clarke and Son did  for us. Excellent service.
    I would especially like to thank Greg Scott and Lindsey Cryer for their kindness.

  • 5 Aaron Burton 12th Dec 2023

    We're very grateful to the care given by the team at JF Clark after the death of our father. They were always kind, caring and efficient. Nothing was too much trouble and we felt that we (and he) were always in safe hands. We would very much recommend them.

  • 5 Graham Pearce 29th Nov 2023

    5 star excellent service. At a stressful and difficult time we received compassion and understanding from Greg and Lindsey for my mothers funeral, they were great with communication, keeping us well informed at all times: this helped considerably considering the distance/time limitations.

  • 5 Alexandra Hassani 16th Nov 2023

    J F Clarke, in particular Greg and Lindsey, have been helpful at every stage of arranging my father's funeral, consulting us to ensure we had the funeral we wanted, and more to the point, that we thought Dad would have wanted. They liaised on our behalf with other service providers, including the vicar, who was the celebrant at our mother's funeral some years ago, who we particularly wanted to conduct Dad's funeral too. If an undertaker is so named because they undertake the work of making funeral arrangements on behalf of a grieving family, J F Clarke certainly fulfilled that role, and I would unhesitatingly recommend them.

  • 5 Stephen Pomeroy 11th Nov 2023

    We were all extremely happy with all the service that you gave us before and at the service and very grateful for all the professional services that you all gave .
    The day went extremely well and we was blessed with good weather at the grave side .Thank you all the Pomeroy Family.

  • 5 Huw Grayer 8th Nov 2023

    Found the company to be both very sympathetic and professional , everything was well organized and special mention goes to Simon and Lindsey for whom nothing seemed to be too much trouble. Very happy to recommend the company.

  • 5 Kate Allen 26th Oct 2023

    JF Clarke and Son have been wonderful in looking after our mother so well from the moment they picked her up to when I collected her ashes yesterday. It has been very comforting knowing she has always been in such caring hands.  My brothers and I will always be grateful.

  • 5 Susie Lloyd 25th Oct 2023

    Quite exceptional. We felt completely cared for and our individuality was met at all times. Thank you all

Address
Lyme Rd
Axminster
Devon
EX13 5BE

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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

Jenny Boniface 30th Oct 2024

Everyone was very understanding and helpful all through the process and the cremation day went very smoothly. I’m relieved it’s all over but they made it as stress free as possible. 

Jane Phillips 29th Oct 2024

JF Clarke and son are such a professional organisation who really care about you as a family, and work so hard to ensure that the funeral is perfect for your loved one and you. We felt listened to, safe, guided and cared for throughout. 

Michelle Latcham 7th Oct 2024

Caring and compassionate team at jf Clarke and sons Axminster. Nothing was ever too much trouble at a time as a  grieving family we needed support and guidance.  

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