Isobel Whittaker Funeral Services

5 Julia Dele'fane 20th Oct 2024

In a time of overwhelming grief and confusion, Isobel Whittaker Funeral Services was a beacon of compassion and professionalism. Issy navigated our large family’s complex needs with grace and sensitivity, always knowing just what to say at the right moment. Their support and guidance were invaluable, providing us with comfort and clarity during such a difficult time. We are deeply grateful for their exemplary service and for helping us honour our father’s memory with the utmost respect and dignity.

5 Kerry Wicks 6th Sep 2024

Isobel was brilliant - she handled our beloved Dad's funeral with great care, and we were really happy with the send-off she gave him.

5 Rose McGlynn 4th Aug 2024

Isobel had been very compassionate, professional and caring throughout the arrangement process.

Nothing has been too much trouble and myself and my family have been comfortable in her presence.  Lovely little touches for example candles and a book for grandchildren.  

Isobel fulfilled my husbands wishes whilst also allowing us to add our own personal touches.  

Thank you Isobel for everything x

5 Jane Banks 9th Jun 2024

Isobel is so organised, excellent communication from start to finish.
Mum’s funeral was a beautiful day!
Thank you Isobel.

5 Elaine Thompson 19th May 2024

I cannot speak highly enough about the personalised service we received from Isobel, she made a very sad time a little easier to bear . Nothing was too much trouble and she dealt with everything with compassion and empathy. I would recommend Isobel whole heartedly.

5 Annise Draper 15th May 2024

Andrew was very much loved Son who passed away at an early age. So we were extremely fragile trying to arrange his funeral. When we approached Isabella she immediately put us at ease she explained all options and gave us time to decide which way to go.
Attention to detail was excellent and being available 24/7 she guided us through it all
Andrews Mum and Dad Ann and John Draper

5 Philip Davis 13th May 2024

My Mum passed away on April 14th 2024 and from the moment Isobel took her into her care, both my Mum and our family were treated with such compassion and professionalism that we were all instantly reassured that the final journey of her life would be as special as she was. Isobel was so supportive through every step of this journey as we had no experience of preparing for a funeral and she was so informative providing us with so many options we had no idea were available. The most important was the availability of The Olde Chapel in Etruria were we held the funeral instead of the usual cremation facilities. The fact that Isobel is a keen supporter of local independent businesses such as celebrants, florists, caterers and places to have the funeral service was key to us having all our requirements met and providing our Mum with a true celebration of her life. The mix of traditional and modern aspects to her funeral made it a wonderful day of celebration. Those who attended the service of celebration were so impressed by the attention to details that Isobel and her team showed from the beginning of the service to the final farewell. No words can express how much we appreciated all that Isobel did for us. Isobel is one of the most wonderful people we have met and we will be forever grateful for everything she did to ensure our Mum's final journey was so memorable which has allowed us all to grieve as a family whilst celebrating her life. The support Isobel offered was fabulous, we never felt any question was to small and any worries we had Isobel sorted or reassured us that it would be fine. We would recommend Isobel Whittaker to anyone knowing that she would go above and beyond to ensure that everyone in her care if treated with such compassion. Thank you again Isobel you are an incredible person and provide excellent funeral services.

5 Karen Philcox 20th Apr 2024

What a fantastic service from Izzy. At such a sad time, she guided and supported us in every way. Always highly professional, courteous, and gentle at all times. She was simply fantastic, and I couldn't have managed without her. Willing to go that extra mile, Izzy allowed our grandson, Jack who is only 11, to play an active role in his great grannies funeral. I will always be very grateful for that. Izzy was so kind before, during and after our experience. Always a willing listener offering sound timely advice, and so very easy to talk to. I would highly recommend her services.

5 Paul Wheeler 2nd Apr 2024

The service Isobel and her team provided was faultless and helped at a difficult time. Always available to answer any questions and arranged everthing as requested. The day of the funeral went smoothly with a perfect service.

5 James Shaw 24th Mar 2024

I cannot praise Isobel and her team enough. From our first meeting to the day of the actual funeral her calming manner and professional service, not to mention her sense of humour made a difficult time not only bearable but genuinely uplifting - I knew my mum was in safe hands and we could plan the send-off that she deserved. Thank you Izzy!

5 David Wells 16th Mar 2024

Thank you to Isobel and her team who lead a thoughtful and sensitive service throughout. Highly recommended. 

5 Sam Wood 12th Feb 2024

Isobel is so caring and guided us through the process of everything that needed to happen following the unexpected death of my husband. She has such a gentle approach to such a difficult job and is there for you any time of the day, literally if you have any questions or you need support. I, and my family, cannot recommend Isobel highly enough for her compassion and support during such a difficult time, she, and her staff really did make a massive impact on us all.

5 Derek Reeves 29th Jan 2024

Isobel was very supportive and professional throughout the whole process from the planning meeting before Dad passed away through to dealing with his eventual passing a few weeks later. Isobel took ownership of the whole process during this difficult time,from arranging Alison Long the celebrant to ordering the black horses and horse drawn hearse to liaising with the Seven Stars, Brocton for the wake. 
 She offered her phone number for any calls of concern that were bothering us at any time of the day or night.
  The service itself was lovely, the orders of service looking professional and little touches such as remembrance candles and packets of tissues for the immediate family showed how much thought had gone into the process.
 Isobel was a rock during this very emotional time and we would thoroughly recommend her services. Thank you Isobel.

5 Joe Cooper 29th Jan 2024

With it being my first time dealing with a funeral on my own and having learning difficulties myself, isobel whittaker was amazing she guided me through every step with the planning and service, I could not be more thankful.

5 Sharon Boult 5th Jan 2024

We as a family can not thank Izzy enough for how she has supported us through such a difficult time. She remained professional throughout but was also friendly and was there for us no matter what time of the day. 

Thank you so much Izzy. 

5 Joshua Ball 10th Dec 2023

Izzy, was truly amazing. She was extremely helpful throughout the entire process and went above and beyond to ensure that everything went smoothly and ours wishes honoured. Her professionalism and compassion were greatly appreciated, and there is no one I could recommend more. Thank you Izzy.

5 Michael Smith 29th Oct 2023

Isobell has gone beyond and above to support myself at such a difficult time...At all time's isobell has remaind professional,respectful, but most off all been comforting and reassuring through out the whole process...I would very highly recommend isobell...

5 Margaret Elkin 15th Oct 2023

What can I say about this wonderful lady. Isobel,s attention to detail and kindness is beyond compare . Having a conversation with her regarding my late husbands life she clearly understood how much farming had ment to him. Without any prompting she had a gorgeous cow engraved on his plaque for the coffin . All the Pall bearers wore fresian cow pins in keeping with what we were going to wear. She does everything from the heart . Nothing is too much trouble.

5 Norma Lockett 18th Sep 2023

So kind and thoughtful at such a sad time, isobel went beyond the limit to make arrangements as easy as possible and on the day she was a great support

5 Rachel Wilson 17th Aug 2023

The care that we as a family received from Izzy over this really awful period was wonderful. My beautiful Mum's funeral was flawless. During her visit to us I made a passing comment regarding flowers that Mum had had in her wedding bouquet. On the day of the funeral, there they were in Mum's arrangement. This small gesture absolutely blew me away and proved that she listens and takes notice of even the tiniest details, which make a huge difference to those who are grieving.
I cannot recommend Isobel highly enough, her care, compassion and general loveliness goes above and beyond. This is not "just a job" for her.
Thank you again Izzy, I will be forever grateful.
I

5 William Kirkland 25th Jun 2023

Isobel was an absolute gem - what a find! From the first time we spoke by phone and her visit to my home I knew that I was in good hands. All the way through the procedure and up to the day of the funeral she was always available to give support and comfort. Her recommendation of Kate Moran as the celebrant was just brilliant and was a perfect fit for the type of service that my late wife would have wanted. All the guests who attended said what a beautiful event it was, especially the photographic tribute set to music. She also arranged a web cast, which enabled family members in Finland, and other guests who couldn't attend, to watch the service live. So if you want a personal, yet truly professional, service don't go anywhere else. The full house of 5 star reviews speaks for itself and I wish this young company every success in the future. Well done Izzy!

5 Emma Spice 23rd Jun 2023

Isobel was just phenomenal, this was our Grandfather’s funeral, and when I say ‘our’ I mean that he was Isobel’s Grandfather too. Despite the obvious emotional attachment that she had, she still operated with the highest level of professionalism and the support that she provided to us as a family was immeasurable.

I have never seen the level of detail and care that Isobel provided before. She was simply amazing.

Thank you Isobel for supporting us all through this awful time.

5 John Hartley 9th Apr 2023

A fantastic service from this young woman. She took all the stress out of what was an extremely sad time following the death of my wife 2 weeks before our 55th wedding anniversary. She guided me through all the options and offered a 24/7 contact phone number. Any changes I wanted to make were done without fuss. Nothing was too much trouble. The funeral itself was beautifully presented and I felt I was in control the whole time, guided by Isobel. I would not hesitate to recommend this young company to anyone.

5 Pippa Yule 30th Mar 2023

I highly recommend Isobel. She listened to me and guided me through at such a difficult time. Isobel went the extra mile and with her help I was able to give my mother a very personal service which is what I’d wanted for mum. 

5 Alison-Jane Buckley 17th Feb 2023

At a time when our heads were all over the place Isobel was there giving support and guidance. She impressed us all not only with the empathy she showed but also how organised and efficient she and her team were. The care she took with mum and the respect she showed her gave us reassurance. What really makes Isobel's service stand out is the personal attention she gives to the family both before and after the funeral.