R.Greaves & Co

145 reviews

Independent female run funeral director in Wem, who offer personal, compassionate and professional services throughout Shropshire.

Latest Verified Reviews

Ann Powell 10th Dec 2024

A very professional service, understanding and caring, taking everything into consideration to make sure that all wishes and needs were met for Frank. Thank you for everything. Kindest regards, Ann, Mark & Claire

Jean Williams 9th Dec 2024

Thank you so very much Rhian.  Everything was done so professional and precise. The only problem was the weather and we couldn’t do anything about that. Highly recommended. 

Steven Jones 13th Nov 2024

Exceptional Funeral Service - Highly Recommended I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service provided by R. Greaves and co. During one of the most challenging times of our lives, they truly went above and beyond to offer support, care, and professionalism. From the moment we first contacted them, every staff member showed genuine compassion and understanding. They guided us through the entire process with patience, answering all our questions and offering thoughtful suggestions that made planning the service much less overwhelming. Their attention to detail was impeccable, ensuring that every aspect of the ceremony was handled with the utmost respect and dignity. The team was incredibly sensitive to our family's needs and preferences, allowing us to create a truly personalized service that honoured our loved one's memory beautifully. They took care of everything. The funeral directors were always available, accommodating last-minute requests with a reassuring calmness that made a difficult time much easier to bear. The entire experience was seamless, and we were deeply touched by the level of care and respect shown not only to our departed loved one but also to our family. If you are looking for a compassionate, professional, and reliable funeral service, I wholeheartedly recommend R. Greaves. Their dedication to providing a respectful and meaningful farewell truly stands out. Thank you for making a challenging time a little bit lighter for our family.

Reviews

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

40 High St
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5DG

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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

About Us

Established in 2015, R. Greaves & Co is an independent, female owned and run funeral director in Wem, Shropshire.

Rhian Greaves has been a funeral director since 2002, and takes great pride in offering a personal, individually-tailored service, with nothing being too much trouble. She is professional and compassionate and will listen to your specific requests and make you feel as relaxed and in-control as possible. Your requirements will be taken care of with the utmost dignity and respect by a team of local specialists who care.

The entire staff is highly trained, and Rhian has a huge amount of knowledge of all areas of the funeral business, having covered military funerals, sea burials, motorbike and horse-drawn funerals, as well as humanist services, specialist repatriations and eco-friendly woodland burials.

The modern funeral home in Wem has recently been fully renovated and is a peaceful and comfortable place to discuss and arrange your loved one's funeral. The arrangement room has a feature stained glass window, and is fully accessible for disabled users. The Chapel of Rest has been dedicated by the local Church Of England Minister and provides a calm and intimate space for you to visit your loved one, and to say goodbye, or just reflect.

R Greaves & Co in Wem is open Monday to Friday from 10am - 4pm, and by appointment on Saturdays. The phone is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so if you are in need, do get in touch, no matter the hour, and Rhian or one of her staff will be there to help

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Ann Powell 10th Dec 2024

    A very professional service, understanding and caring, taking everything into consideration to make sure that all wishes and needs were met for Frank.
    Thank you for everything.
    Kindest regards,
    Ann, Mark & Claire

  • 5 Jean Williams 9th Dec 2024

    Thank you so very much Rhian.  Everything was done so professional and precise. The only problem was the weather and we couldn’t do anything about that.

    Highly recommended. 

  • 5 Steven Jones 13th Nov 2024


    Exceptional Funeral Service - Highly Recommended

    I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service provided by R. Greaves and co. During one of the most challenging times of our lives, they truly went above and beyond to offer support, care, and professionalism.

    From the moment we first contacted them, every staff member showed genuine compassion and understanding. They guided us through the entire process with patience, answering all our questions and offering thoughtful suggestions that made planning the service much less overwhelming. Their attention to detail was impeccable, ensuring that every aspect of the ceremony was handled with the utmost respect and dignity.

    The team was incredibly sensitive to our family's needs and preferences, allowing us to create a truly personalized service that honoured our loved one's memory beautifully. They took care of everything.

    The funeral directors were always available, accommodating last-minute requests with a reassuring calmness that made a difficult time much easier to bear. The entire experience was seamless, and we were deeply touched by the level of care and respect shown not only to our departed loved one but also to our family.

    If you are looking for a compassionate, professional, and reliable funeral service, I wholeheartedly recommend R. Greaves. Their dedication to providing a respectful and meaningful farewell truly stands out. Thank you for making a challenging time a little bit lighter for our family.

  • 5 Michelle Beresford 27th Aug 2024

    Very professional, carried out all aspects of our bereavement with respect and support. All of Craig's wishes were made possible.

  • 5 Clive Williams 30th Jul 2024

    Thoroughly professional and most helpful service. I would definitely recommend.

  • 5 Christine Boddy 27th Jun 2024

    From the moment that my mother passed away to after the funeral had been the service and care was impeccable. I would recommend this funeral company to anyone the care and compassion was second to none. Thank you

  • 5 Bon Hollinshead 22nd Jun 2024

    Absolute brilliant service nothing was too much trouble would highly recommend r greaves & co

  • 5 Annette Dickinson 4th Mar 2024

    A very kind and understanding lady. Extremely helpful day or night. Nothing was to much trouble. I would highly recommend R Greaves & co.

  • 5 Jacqueline Wood 29th Feb 2024

    Extremely friendly and helpful.
     
    Rhianne pleasantly and comprehensively explained the options, applying no pressure and tailored everything to our wishes.  We wanted a simple farewell and this is exactly what was provided.  

    The costs were very reasonable and we would recommend her service to all.

  • 5 Laura Richards 8th Feb 2024

    Rhian and her staff are caring and thoroughly professional. When dealing with decisions to be made, Rhian helps guide you and is sensitive to the situation in hand. I would have no hesitation in recommending R.Greaves & Co.

  • 5 Jerry Smith 30th Jan 2024

    Rhian guided us through this difficult time with utmost care and attention.

  • 5 David Ward 19th Jan 2024

    Pleasant, professional and very considerate in all aspects, with a sense of humour and a smile at the right time

  • 5 Gillian Cooper 19th Jan 2024

    Excellent service very kind and caring everything was perfect.

  • 5 Martin Parrish 19th Jan 2024

    A very proffessional organisation, all aspects were undertaken well and would highly recommend.

  • 5 Ralph Tracy 9th Oct 2023

    What a superb company. It took all the worry and stress out of a difficult time

  • 5 Helen Mullen 25th Sep 2023

    Couldn't wish for anyone better to have seen to my late husband. A lovely send off caring compassionate.

  • 5 Pauline Follmer 25th Sep 2023

    Excellent service very impressed

  • 5 Judy Shingler 8th Sep 2023

    Very professional, but some how very personal!
    I thought and others have told me that it was a really good funeral!
    Thank you Rhian

  • 5 Mary Vernon 24th Aug 2023

    Rhian was compassionate, helpful and very professional. Nothing was too much trouble. 

  • 5 Paul Ladds 22nd Aug 2023

    Rhian gave a completely professional and friendly service which made the difficult task of arranging my wife's funeral so much easier. l would not hesitate to recommend her company.

  • 5 Carl Pawlowski 3rd Aug 2023

    From start to finish I can not thank everyone enough for there help support and efforts making my dads day thank you

  • 5 Alan Greene 21st Jul 2023

    Rhian provided an excellent service from initial contact right through to the last communication I had with her this week. Thank you from all of us.

  • 5 Richard Garbett 17th Jul 2023

    Compassionate and very professional from start to finish

  • 5 David Greaves 17th Jul 2023

    We found R. Greaves & Co. Excellent to deal with. Friendly and easy to talk to in the most difficult time of my life.

  • 5 Geraldine Dixon 24th Jun 2023

    Rhian is really easy to talk to, empathetic and compassionate. It was easy to pop in and seen her and have that personal touch. The funeral went smoothly and respectfully, we would certainly recommend her to anyone else. 

Address
40 High St
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5DG

Open map

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

Ann Powell 10th Dec 2024

A very professional service, understanding and caring, taking everything into consideration to make sure that all wishes and needs were met for Frank. Thank you for everything. Kindest regards, Ann, Mark & Claire

Jean Williams 9th Dec 2024

Thank you so very much Rhian.  Everything was done so professional and precise. The only problem was the weather and we couldn’t do anything about that. Highly recommended. 

Steven Jones 13th Nov 2024

Exceptional Funeral Service - Highly Recommended I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service provided by R. Greaves and co. During one of the most challenging times of our lives, they truly went above and beyond to offer support, care, and professionalism. From the moment we first contacted them, every staff member showed genuine compassion and understanding. They guided us through the entire process with patience, answering all our questions and offering thoughtful suggestions that made planning the service much less overwhelming. Their attention to detail was impeccable, ensuring that every aspect of the ceremony was handled with the utmost respect and dignity. The team was incredibly sensitive to our family's needs and preferences, allowing us to create a truly personalized service that honoured our loved one's memory beautifully. They took care of everything. The funeral directors were always available, accommodating last-minute requests with a reassuring calmness that made a difficult time much easier to bear. The entire experience was seamless, and we were deeply touched by the level of care and respect shown not only to our departed loved one but also to our family. If you are looking for a compassionate, professional, and reliable funeral service, I wholeheartedly recommend R. Greaves. Their dedication to providing a respectful and meaningful farewell truly stands out. Thank you for making a challenging time a little bit lighter for our family.

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