Freedom Funerals

160 reviews

A family-run funeral service tailored to how families want to remember their loved one, across Essex and Suffolk.

Latest Verified Reviews

Charlene Aves 3rd Nov 2024

From my first telephone conversation with Chris I felt a huge sense of comfort. Every detail was dealt with such compassion, reassurance and empathy. Chris went above and beyond and explained the whole process to us. Chris was always on the other end of the phone, I don’t think we even spoke to anyone else which made the whole experience with Freedom Funerals more personal and straight forward. The Funeral was handled with great care with professional support throughout. Those present were full of complimentary comments. Thank you so much from start to finish. Chris you are a true asset to Freedom Funerals. Thanks again 

Laura Boyle 26th Sep 2024

We were made to feel listened to and supported. Great service.

Kayleigh Williams 10th Sep 2024

I couldn’t have asked for a better company to help with my dad’s funeral. This has been the hardest thing I’ve had to cope with, but Chris and his team have made everything so easy for us and they really are a bunch of angels. Always made sure I was okay, and we’re so respectful throughout. 

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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

Freedom House, Hawkins Rd
Colchester
Essex
CO2 8JY

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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: 01206 879962

About Us

Funeral director Lee Jaschok and his friendly team are on call day and night, to support people in Colchester community and wider area, when somebody dies.

They believe that families should be able to arrange the funeral they really want, from a simple traditional service to a bespoke ceremony that reflects how someone lived their life.

A member of the Association of Green Funeral Directors, this considerate Colchester funeral home can tailor a woodland burial for your loved one, or a full traditional funeral, listening to families from the moment they first call and providing sympathetic support and advice.

It’s important to Lee and his team that families have the freedom to choose options that also suit their budget. This Essex funeral home believes in clear pricing with no hidden costs and respectful consideration of every family they serve. Payment plans are also available.

Freedom Funerals provides a wealth of funeral choices to help families personalise their loved one’s funeral, from Cadillac and campervan hearses, to coffins with meaningful motifs.

For people planning ahead, the Colchester funeral home provides a free Funeral Wishes service, while bereaved families can take their time to decide upon memorial masonry, remembrance jewellery and plaques available. For families who live further away, this funeral home can also provide a headstone cleaning and maintenance service.

Call Freedom Funerals for sympathetic care and practical support in arranging a meaningful funeral for your loved one.

Latest Obituaries

Judith   Sandercock

Judith Sandercock

Mar 1940 - Sep 2024

Alan   Stephenson

Alan Stephenson

May 1947 - Oct 2024

Michael   Plant

Michael Plant

Oct 1974 - Sep 2024

Linda   Black

Linda Black

Sep 1948 - Oct 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Charlene Aves 3rd Nov 2024





    From my first telephone conversation with Chris I felt a huge sense of comfort. Every detail was dealt with such compassion, reassurance and empathy. Chris went above and beyond and explained the whole process to us. Chris was always on the other end of the phone, I don’t think we even spoke to anyone else which made the whole experience with Freedom Funerals more personal and straight forward.
    The Funeral was handled with great care with professional support throughout.
    Those present were full of complimentary comments.

    Thank you so much from start to finish.

    Chris you are a true asset to Freedom Funerals.

    Thanks again 

  • 5 Laura Boyle 26th Sep 2024

    We were made to feel listened to and supported. Great service.

  • 5 Kayleigh Williams 10th Sep 2024

    I couldn’t have asked for a better company to help with my dad’s funeral. This has been the hardest thing I’ve had to cope with, but Chris and his team have made everything so easy for us and they really are a bunch of angels. Always made sure I was okay, and we’re so respectful throughout. 

  • 5 Karen Gates 27th Aug 2024

    Chris showed great kindness and compassion during a very difficult time. Nothing was too much trouble and explained everything clearly.

  • 5 Vicki Hart 8th Jul 2024

    5 stars from me. Excellent service. Really appreciate everything.

  • 5 Deborah Allott 7th May 2024

    I know that it takes a very caring sort of person to do the job they do. And wow, they were definitely that. From my first interaction with Dan on the phone, to meeting him in person. He put me completely at ease at one of the hardest and saddest times of my life. I knew from that very first meeting that these were the people who I was going to entrust to look after my husband. Even when Chris returned from his holiday, the care and sincerity continued. Not only did they care for my husband's body with care and respect but as a family in great pain, we also were shown great care and respect. Everyone knows how expensive funerals are, but the prices at Freedom Funerals are very reasonably priced. They are very understanding of people's circumstances and offer a reasonable amount of time to settle the bill. I would be more than happy to recommend their services to anyone at such a sad time in any of our lives.

  • 5 Jane Rumble 6th May 2024

    Superb service, professional and sympathetic - but more importantly approachable and friendly, nothing is too much trouble - thanks for everything Chris

  • 5 Lynn Clark 26th Apr 2024

    I couldn't of wished for better people we all were treated like royalty nothing was to much trouble and Dan was amazing there wasn't anything else he could of done never once did he rush us he rung to ask if we were OK and to tell me if there was anything he could help with I can tell Dan is such a wonderful person everything was perfect couldn't fault anything or anyone so pleased with everything Dan is a treasure

  • 5 Lisa O'Brien 20th Apr 2024

    I can’t express the gratitude I have for the empathy and professionalism of Chris & team at freedom funeral’s. Knowing Dad is in their care is such a comfort. Thank you so much. 

  • 4 Tina Barton 22nd Mar 2024

    They're very understanding and,went with what I wanted for my husbands funeral. 😁😁😁

  • 5 Bev . 25th Sep 2023

    Wonderfully managed, it all went very smoothly. Lee has been a pleasure to deal with and his celebrant Roxanne is wonderful. Thank you

  • 5 Bev . 22nd Aug 2023

    I had Freedom Funerals for my Dad's funeral 8+ years ago and knew, when my husband unexpectedly died, it would be Lee again for his funeral. He was a great support, guiding me through a difficult and emotional time, with warmth and empathy. Everything ran smoothly on the day and Lee had put us in touch with Roxanne Angelique Cawdron as our celebrant who beautifully delivered his eulogy. We would definitely recommend Freedom Funerals to look after your loved one on their final journey. Thank you Lee and team.

  • 5 Doug Barton 24th Jul 2023

    A great service. Very helpful and efficient. Takes a lot of the stress away at a difficult time. Thanks Lee.

  • 5 Lindsay Clarke 7th Jul 2023

    Freedom Funerals organised a direct cremation on the passing of my husband. The arrangements were all simple and hassle free and there was no pressure. Lee kept me updated at all times and is genuinely a lovely, caring man. Thank you Lee.

  • 5 Amber . 2nd Jul 2023

    I was very happy with the service, always happy to help with any questions I would recommend this company

  • 5 David Mason 27th Jun 2023

    I can't recomend Lee enough. My father was a non religious man who hated fuss and let's just say had a lively sense of humour. From the outset Lee supported my desire to be non conventional. His costs were simple and easy to understand with no hidden extras. Additionally, there was additional sale on anything. Finally, the day went without a hitch. Couldn't ask for more.

  • 5 Jeremy . 20th Jun 2023

    can't thank Lee enough for arranging the funeral

  • 5 Nicola . 19th Jun 2023

    We couldn't have found a more perfect way to send off our mum. Freedom Funerals is a small family company that go above and beyond to make this time the best it can be. Even with the direct cremation that our mum had requested, Lee gave us such personal service, along with his time to sit and chat to us and even make us laugh. We were able to provide clothing, flowers & notes to accompany our mum and were given the time of the cremation, which was a real comfort. Thank goodness we found you!

  • 5 Sarah . 28th May 2023

    This is the second time this year I have had to call upon the services of Lee and once again the service was amazing, Lee was kind and gentle when going through the proceedings, and was a great help emotionally after the service had ended. Would recommend 100%

  • 5 Trudy . 22nd May 2023

    I couldnt have wished for a better service from Lee at Freedom, he went above and beyond to ensure everything that i requested was fulfilled. He was caring and compassionate throughout the whole process. For a difficult time in my life, he made it so much easier, thank you

  • 5 Andy Gourlay 15th May 2023

    Lee and his team were lovely and made it all really easy at a very low time 

  • 5 Jessica . 13th May 2023

    Lee was helpful, calming and professional. We couldn't have asked for anyone better to help us through the process.

  • 5 Daniel . 6th May 2023

    Lee your a really amazing guy with the a natural ability to understand and help people in the time of need thank you 😊

  • 5 Siobhan White 1st May 2023

    Lee was very professional. Helped us make my dads funeral perfect from start to finish. 

    Would highly recommend. 

    Thank you for making a hard time much easier . 

    Siobhan 

  • 5 Tony Stubbins 29th Apr 2023

    I can't thank freedom funeral enough for what they did for Sarah. Everything was done perfectly.
    Thank you x

Address
Freedom House, Hawkins Rd
Colchester
Essex
CO2 8JY

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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

Charlene Aves 3rd Nov 2024

From my first telephone conversation with Chris I felt a huge sense of comfort. Every detail was dealt with such compassion, reassurance and empathy. Chris went above and beyond and explained the whole process to us. Chris was always on the other end of the phone, I don’t think we even spoke to anyone else which made the whole experience with Freedom Funerals more personal and straight forward. The Funeral was handled with great care with professional support throughout. Those present were full of complimentary comments. Thank you so much from start to finish. Chris you are a true asset to Freedom Funerals. Thanks again 

Laura Boyle 26th Sep 2024

We were made to feel listened to and supported. Great service.

Kayleigh Williams 10th Sep 2024

I couldn’t have asked for a better company to help with my dad’s funeral. This has been the hardest thing I’ve had to cope with, but Chris and his team have made everything so easy for us and they really are a bunch of angels. Always made sure I was okay, and we’re so respectful throughout. 

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