J Parkinson & Sons, Westgate

109 reviews

J. Parkinson & Sons Funeral Directors are an independent, family-owned company renowned for providing the highest standards of service across the Rotherham area.

Latest Verified Reviews

Debby Southall 4th Nov 2024

Caring, compassionate, patient and professional service from Warren and staff members while guiding our family  through such a difficult process. Nothing was too much trouble and the funeral of our loved one was perfect. 

Claire Walker 4th Nov 2024

These funeral directors are amazing nothing is too much trouble. They look after your loved ones with so much care and compassion ❤️. Thankyou so much . Craig walkers family x

Paul Gray 4th Oct 2024

Parkinsons we're excellent throughout the process. Prompt arrival at our house initially, accommodated impromptu calls , service at all times delivered with empathy and understanding. At a difficult time for the family..Parkinsons guide you through the process with ease and care.

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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

Oil Mill Fold
Westgate
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 1BB

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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: 01709 242363

About Us

J Parkinson & Sons Funeral Directors, Westgate, are a fifth-generation family funeral director in Rotherham. Embedded in the local community since they were founded in 1873, J Parkinsons long experience in providing funeral arrangement services allows them to offer a tailored service that meets your needs and respects the wishes of your loved one.

The professional and supportive staff can help you to arrange a service that meets the requirements of all religious and cultural beliefs. You can arrange any kind of funeral, from a traditional service to a modern celebration of life.

J Parkinson also offer pre-paid funeral plans, coffin options, woodland burials, use of a private chapel, memorial options, horse-drawn hearse hire, white dove and balloon release ceremonies and more.


As members of the NAFD, BIFD and SAIF, you will receive a level of professionalism and care that few other funeral directors can offer. For more information, or obligation-free advice, contact J Parkinson & Sons Funeral Directors, Westgate today.

Latest Obituaries

Ralph   Beaumont

Ralph Beaumont

Jan 1934 - Nov 2024

Elizabeth   Evers

Elizabeth Evers

Mar 1930 - Oct 2024

Craig   Walker

Craig Walker

Jun 1974 - Oct 2024

Norah   Gray

Norah Gray

Dec 1933 - Sep 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Debby Southall 4th Nov 2024

    Caring, compassionate, patient and professional service from Warren and staff members while guiding our family  through such a difficult process. Nothing was too much trouble and the funeral of our loved one was perfect. 

  • 5 Claire Walker 4th Nov 2024

    These funeral directors are amazing nothing is too much trouble.
    They look after your loved ones with so much care and compassion ❤️. Thankyou so much .
    Craig walkers family x

  • 5 Paul Gray 4th Oct 2024

    Parkinsons we're excellent throughout the process.
    Prompt arrival at our house initially, accommodated impromptu calls , service at all times delivered with empathy and understanding.
    At a difficult time for the family..Parkinsons guide you through the process with ease and care.

  • 5 Steve Elwood 17th Sep 2024

    Lovely people. Very friendly but professional.
    Couldn’t wish for a better experience.

  • 5 Jean Burge 20th Aug 2024

    What an amazing company to deal with we couldn’t of asked for a better send off for my mum, the service was amazing, what a lovely bunch of people to deal with, nothing was too much trouble, definitely recommend 

  • 5 Beverley Cooke 7th Aug 2024

    We can't speak highly enough of Warren and every person we came into contact with in your special team at J Parkinson's. Everyone was caring, sensitive, and professional"
    Thank you for your exceptional care and compassion during this difficult time.
    Your support and guidance were invaluable to us as a family.
    We would highly recommend J Parkinson's



  • 5 Jeanette Holyoak 3rd Aug 2024

    My mum's funeral could not have gone better.
    From walking into Parkinsons and meeting Warren, we felt at ease straight away, it was like a weight had been lifted.
    From visiting mum in the Chapel of rest to the actual funeral everyone was so caring
    Thank you so much from all the family

  • 5 Florence Gollogly 29th Jul 2024

    Sorry too soon.

  • 5 Gillian Rackham 28th Jul 2024

    I couldn’t speak more highly, of the service we received from start to finish, with Parkinson’s. The sensitivity and handling of our Dad’s funeral was second to none, by every member of their Staff. I would highly recommend them. 

  • 5 Simon Willey 29th Jun 2024

    My boys and I would like to say thank you to J Parkinson & Sons for the excellent service for the funeral of my late husband Roger David Willey on June 18 2024, in particular to Warren who showed my family care, compassion and empathy and made sure all went well on the day.
    With very best wishes
    Vicki, Simon and Ben Willey

  • 5 Marie Woodhead 5th May 2024

    Jonathan, Teresa and team were excellent. Very supportive
    With us every step of the way.
    Service second to none!
    Thank you.

  • 5 Jenny Artell 26th Apr 2024

    The whole service from Parkinson’s was delivered with care and compassion. Everyone went above and beyond to ensure my husband had the send off he deserved. Would highly recommend.

  • 5 Elaine Taylor 15th Mar 2024

    I truly could not have asked for better at a time when we were struggling with our loss. Warren and Craig, I cannot thank you enough. You are so thoughtful and compassionate. I can see why this family firm have been in business for so long. Again, heartfelt thanks.

  • 5 Tina Bingham 7th Mar 2024

    Thank you, been amazing support from start to finish! 

  • 5 Lee Shearwood 27th Feb 2024

    Very personal service, all round excellence 

  • 5 Sally Cooke 4th Feb 2024

    Every detail was superbly executed and our wishes were all delivered seamlessly with professionalism throughout the whole funeral from initial planning to the day itself. Parkinson's were fantastic to deal with . I would recommend them to anyone .

  • 5 Sue Millard-Sleight 22nd Jan 2024

    Wonderful and respectful team of people who make an emotionally difficult time as smooth and painless as possible.

  • 5 Rachel Brown 13th Jan 2024

    Absolutely wonderful, so supportive and flexible. Parkinsons have the wealth of experience to guide you through every decision and are always there to support families.

  • 5 Alison Nurse 20th Dec 2023

    Prompt, attentive,caring 

  • 5 Tracey Rowbottom 13th Dec 2023

    Everything was handled in a dignified and respectful way. Professional every step of the way. From organising my dads funeral plan, to putting in place on a wet and windy day.
    Many Thanks from all of the family.

  • 5 Gary Pattison 14th Nov 2023

    Absolutely brilliant service from Warren and the team, from start to finish, professional and compassionate throughout. They really looked after Dad and made things as painless as possible for our family at our hardest time, can't thank them enough

  • 5 Ann Knight 11th Oct 2023

    Warren and the team were professional, thoughtful, attentive to our needs always there to help with any problems and guided us through every step from start to finish cant thank them enough. Dennis was laid to rest with dignity.

  • 5 Susan Milnes 18th Sep 2023

    Went above and beyond with everything - just what we wanted at this difficult time.
    Thank you Warren and team

  • 5 Ruth Bunting 18th Jul 2023

    Peter was looked after very well whilst he was in their care,and the service we received from them especially warren, was an absolute credit to the company,would highly recommend,thank you all.   Regards Ruth

  • 5 Lynda Ward 30th Jun 2023

    As a family we have now used this small family of undertakers a number of times. Warren and Jonathan are so caring and passionate about your loved ones who have passed, they are very considerate, thoughtful and very kind when they visit your home to discuss your plans. The team they have are exceptional, from the receptionist through to their drivers and pall bearers. I would 100% recommend this wonderful family run business to anyone. We want to say a huge thank you to you all for my father's funeral in 2020 during Covid and yesterday 29th June for our wonderful mums funeral. You are all a credit to your profession. Thank you once again ❤️

Address
Oil Mill Fold
Westgate
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 1BB

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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

Debby Southall 4th Nov 2024

Caring, compassionate, patient and professional service from Warren and staff members while guiding our family  through such a difficult process. Nothing was too much trouble and the funeral of our loved one was perfect. 

Claire Walker 4th Nov 2024

These funeral directors are amazing nothing is too much trouble. They look after your loved ones with so much care and compassion ❤️. Thankyou so much . Craig walkers family x

Paul Gray 4th Oct 2024

Parkinsons we're excellent throughout the process. Prompt arrival at our house initially, accommodated impromptu calls , service at all times delivered with empathy and understanding. At a difficult time for the family..Parkinsons guide you through the process with ease and care.

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