Richard Ward Funeral Services Ltd, Wigston

40 reviews

A truly independent, family owned Funeral Directors and Monumental Masons in Wigston, Leicestershire. Qualified, compassionate team offering the highest level of service at sensible prices.

Latest Verified Reviews

Sue Pugh 5th Sep 2021

Excellent service couldn’t be more impressed. Such care and compassion at such a difficult time. 

Paul Harrison 26th Jul 2021

Very professional from start to finish Would highly recommend

Sue Derbyshire 16th Jul 2021

Exceptional service from very understanding and compassionate staff. Special thanks to Naomi and Trish who helped me get through an emotional time. They made it very easy for me and did my Mum proud. Thankyou

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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

112 Aylestone Lane
Wigston
Leicestershire
LE18 1BA

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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: 0116 464 9660

About Us

Richard Ward Funeral Services is a truly independent, family owned and run Funeral Directors and Monumental Masons.

Operating from a beautifully appointed Funeral Home in Leicestershire, Richard Ward Funeral Services, Wigston offer complete, compassionate care for the bereaved throughout Leicester, South West Leicestershire and beyond.

Richard and his team of experienced Funeral Directors have over 65 years of combined industry experience.

Richard Ward’s simple and unwavering ethos is to treat every family and their loved ones as their own - with dignity, respect, compassion and professionalism.

This dedication to the profession means that Richard and his team members hold the industry's benchmark qualifications, ensuring the highest possible standards. As members of the NAFD (National Association of Funeral Directors) the staff abide by their strict code of conduct.

Richard also possesses an unrivalled knowledge of cultural and religious requirements and is one of the country’s most experienced experts in repatriation of the deceased and handling of mass fatality.

This delivery of the highest levels of client service is combined with a sensible and transparent pricing policy.

Our loved ones are all unique and most families would like to arrange a Funeral service which reflects this. For Richard and his team, no request is too challenging. They have catered for every need, from the provision of specialist vehicles and unique coffins, to organising a fully themed ‘goodbye party’, to those who wish to have no service at all. The experience and ability to deliver small, but unique, personal touches makes every Funeral a bespoke and special occasion.

Contact Richard Ward Funeral Services in Wigston at any time of the day or night to discuss how they can help assist you.

Latest Obituaries

Alan Orson   Kind (M.B.E.)

Alan Orson Kind (M.B.E.)

Nov 1925 - Jun 2022

Audrey Mary   Morris

Audrey Mary Morris

May 1935 - Jan 2022

Mavis   Rushton

Mavis Rushton

Sep 1939 - Nov 2021

Raymond   Harrison

Raymond Harrison

Aug 1934 - Jun 2021

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Sue Pugh 5th Sep 2021

    Excellent service couldn’t be more impressed. Such care and compassion at such a difficult time. 

  • 5 Paul Harrison 26th Jul 2021

    Very professional from start to finish Would highly recommend

  • 5 Sue Derbyshire 16th Jul 2021

    Exceptional service from very understanding and compassionate staff. Special thanks to Naomi and Trish who helped me get through an emotional time. They made it very easy for me and did my Mum proud. Thankyou

  • 5 Susan Brown 4th Jul 2021

    We could not have asked for a more caring and professional approach. The staff made all the arrangements as painless as possible. Thank you.

  • 5 Alison Welsted 10th Jun 2021

    Most excellent service, kind caring and thoughtful many thanks in this very difficult time especially Naomi

  • 5 Geraldine Burdett 9th Jun 2021

    All the staff are very friendly they make to feel like family there is no rush they go through different options and help you decide what is right for you. our day went very smoothly they show so much care for you all nothing is to much trouble thank you

  • 5 Shirley Taylor 23rd May 2021

    I cannot speak highly enough about the care received from the Wigston Branch.
    They are so sensitive and gentle with you at the worst time in your life. Their care is second to none, no detail too much trouble. Special thanks to Naomi, what a wonderful lady. Thank you RWFS for everything.

  • 5 Mrs Nadine Burrell 23rd Apr 2021

    I would highly recommend Richard ward and his team especially Noami from the Wigston branch.From the onset of my mum passing away, the whole team showed the highest respect to my mum and my family and gave my mum the service and burial which I felt my mum would have been proud of. The professional approach of everyone was amazing and in our families darkest time , Richard Ward and his team supported us every step of the way and gave my mum the best possible send off I could possibly imagine x Naomi thank you for making my mum look beautiful as she was many years ago before her illness x and Richard and his team conducting the most respectful funeral for my mum x. 

  • 5 Barbara Stomenov 29th Mar 2021

    Richard and his staff are so helpful and kind. Everything was just perfect on the day, THANK YOU

  • 5 Jan Hurst 29th Mar 2021

    Excellent service received, we have used RWFS for 2 funerals over the past few years and would highly recommend them

  • 5 Marie Barr 19th Mar 2021

    Edward had attended a funeral last year where Richard Ward was the Funeral Director and upon his terminal diagnosis he let us know he wanted them as his funeral directors. I cannot fault the level of service. Ethan and colleagues gave a great level of care, from taking Edward into their care on the night he died, up to the funeral and follow up with ashes etc.
    As a family we were well supported all the way through the process. The care and concern was excellent and Edward had the send off he deserved. I would highly recommend them to any bereaved families.

  • 5 Kim Clark 15th Nov 2020

    So kind and answered the questions that mattered before they were even thought of....most grateful at a difficult time....definitely recommend Richard Ward.
    Edward family

  • 5 Andrew Lunn 14th Nov 2020

    In what was a difficult time for the family the staff at Richard Ward were excellent in handling all proceedings.

  • 5 Stephen Proudman 18th Oct 2020

    Everything I required was done with-compassion and their expertise and professionalism is excellent...cannot praise the service I received from Richard and his staff enough just outstanding.

  • 5 Mark Wills 24th May 2020

    Richard Ward services were very helpful, efficient and respectful

Address
112 Aylestone Lane
Wigston
Leicestershire
LE18 1BA

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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

Sue Pugh 5th Sep 2021

Excellent service couldn’t be more impressed. Such care and compassion at such a difficult time. 

Paul Harrison 26th Jul 2021

Very professional from start to finish Would highly recommend

Sue Derbyshire 16th Jul 2021

Exceptional service from very understanding and compassionate staff. Special thanks to Naomi and Trish who helped me get through an emotional time. They made it very easy for me and did my Mum proud. Thankyou

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