R.Greaves & Co

143 reviews

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Jenny Sheldon 29th Dec 2017

Rhian was great from start to finish. We are really pleased we chose her as our funeral director. Everything was spot on the day and Rhian was really helpful and provided clear advice throughout. Thanks so much 

Pauline Dee 25th Nov 2017

Rhian provided us with a very personal service that helped to alleviate our grief.  Would recommend her to everyone.

Lorraine Clorley 23rd Nov 2017

A very professional service nothing was to much trouble an excellent lady would highly recommend to anyone 

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 Jenny Sheldon 29th Dec 2017

    Rhian was great from start to finish. We are really pleased we chose her as our funeral director. Everything was spot on the day and Rhian was really helpful and provided clear advice throughout.

    Thanks so much 

  • 5 Pauline Dee 25th Nov 2017

    Rhian provided us with a very personal service that helped to alleviate our grief.  Would recommend her to everyone.

  • 5 Lorraine Clorley 23rd Nov 2017

    A very professional service nothing was to much trouble an excellent lady would highly recommend to anyone 

  • 5 Bertie Angel 17th Sep 2017

    Rhian did everything she could to ensure that this was
    as painless an experience as possible for my family and myself.
    She was friendly,but professional,and sensitive to our needs,
    remaining cheerful even when I changed my mind about
    something.
    I would recommend R.Greaves & co to take care of your needs
    in an unhappy time like the loss of a loved one.

  • 5 Duncan Hill 1st Sep 2017

    On the recent passing of a close family member, we found Rhian was sensitive, supportive and professional. She listened, was patient as we talked and even laughed along with us over a particular memory. Rhian ensured that we had all the information we needed to ensure that everything required was completed smoothly. She offered a first class service in all ways. Thank you, you made a difficult time easier to bear.

  • 5 Stephen Meakin 15th Aug 2017

    when my wife passed away my life was turned upside down..Organising her funeral was the last thing i wanted to do. I turned to Rhian at R.Greaves & co to help me through what i believe is one of the hardest things a husband must ever have to do. She was very caring to myself and my family, Helping to steer us through all that we needed to do to make our last moments with Helen as special and personal as possible. I am truly thankful for all she did for us. xx

  • 5 Sally Scott 2nd Aug 2017

    Whilst this is a very sad time, Rhian was absolutely fantastic, she is a true "Gem" took all the stress out of arranging our Mum's funeral, dealt with everything and nothing was too much trouble for her at all. Would highly recommend Rhian.

  • 5 Susan Morgan 24th Jul 2017

    Couldn't ask for more.
    Everything taken care of,worry free,
    Brilliant.

  • 5 David Carter 22nd Jul 2017

    Nothing was too much trouble for R Greaves & Co. Dealt with us professionally and compassionately at all times. Thank you.

  • 5 Sophie Dorey 9th Jul 2017

    Rhian did my grandad Alfs funeral beautifully. It was his request that only she could be the one to do it and he was completely spot on.
    The establishments way of adding celebration to a loved ones life with its colour and way of displaying the bodies of family members is tasteful and leaves you feeling comforted that even then after their life has ended, their bodies are still so cherished and cared for in a loving manner. Even though funerals and seeing a loved one pass on is extremely sad and upsetting. Rhian has a way like no other that makes you remember those who have passed on with fonder thoughts, so instead of leaving feeling sad that you will never see them again, you instead leave feeling comforted and reminded of all that was so wonderful about that person and the life they lived and how lucky you were to have known them.

  • 5 Jane Quinn 15th Jun 2017

    Rhian made a very difficult time for our family a little more bearable.  She was sensitive, professional and supportive.  Nothing was too much trouble, she was endlessly patient and understanding.  We are happy we entrusted our loved one to her care.  Thank you.

  • 5 Elaine Edwards 7th May 2017

    Rhian has handled the arrangements for both my mothers' and my aunts' funerals with the upmost care and attention. I would recommend her services to anyone looking for a sympathetic and efficient service. E. Edwards.

  • 5 Edwin Hargraves 10th Apr 2017

    Rhian made everything go so well on the day of Shelagh's Thanksgiving Service and Burial. No matter how unusual some of my requests may have been they were all carried out without a hitch. Many friends have told me the celebration service and burial was a wonderful tribute to a very special lady, and this would not have been possible without Rhian's steadfast work and support.

  • 5 Kim Band 29th Mar 2017

    Rhian was most helpful, never pushy and kept us well informed throughout the whole process. On the day of the funeral we found Rhian to be very professional but with a personnel touch.

  • 5 Ann West 13th Mar 2017

    Rhian was very flexible and transparent. It was good to know that mum was in safe hands.

  • 5 Jane Wilkinson-Shute 15th Feb 2017

    From the moment we first met Rhian, I felt immediately at ease. Rhian gave us all the time we needed, before, during & after the funeral arrangements. At such a difficult time in my life it was a comfort to have such a caring, competent & yet very professional person "in charge". Any worries or concerns I had were dealt with straight away. I cannot thank Rhian enough for all she did for us. I have no hesitation in recommending her services. Thank you. 

  • 5 Joyce Hill 15th Feb 2017

    Rhian was extremely professional, caring and supportive. She made a very difficult few weeks much more bearable. Thank you.

  • 5 Frederick Clarke 15th Feb 2017

    Everything handled very professionally yet with care and compassion. Riane was fantastic throughout and made the whole process as painless as they could be. Many, many thanks.

Address
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

Latest Verified Reviews

Jenny Sheldon 29th Dec 2017

Rhian was great from start to finish. We are really pleased we chose her as our funeral director. Everything was spot on the day and Rhian was really helpful and provided clear advice throughout. Thanks so much 

Pauline Dee 25th Nov 2017

Rhian provided us with a very personal service that helped to alleviate our grief.  Would recommend her to everyone.

Lorraine Clorley 23rd Nov 2017

A very professional service nothing was to much trouble an excellent lady would highly recommend to anyone 

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