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Gooding Funeral Services is an independent, family-run funeral service that provides professional, warm and caring service to bereaved families across Yorkshire

Latest Verified Reviews

Parmeen Panesar 28th Oct 2024

Thank you very much for a first class service during my dad's funerlal proceedings.

Marcus Harding 28th Aug 2024

Gooding Funeral Service were tremendous in their care and professionalism from start to finish. The communication was great, consistent and alleviated a lot of stress that naturally comes with planning a funeral. The day itself was perfect and couldn’t have gone any better. I’m eternally grateful for their service. Thank You. 

Mark Simpson 12th Aug 2024

A very professional and sympathetic handling of all details from initial enquires to the day of the funeral itself. Added to this was a genuine empathy that was expressed towards myself as the bereaved. I highly recommend this particular Funeral Director without hesitation.

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Funeral Services

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Home visit
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest

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

2A Newton Road
Potternewton
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS7 4HE

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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: 0113 320 6779

About Us

Gooding Funeral Services is a family-run service in Leeds that has been a part of the community for three generations, caring for bereaved families in Leeds and across the North.

The warm and friendly team works closely with families to provide a funeral which meaningfully reflects the life, tradition and beliefs of their loved one.

As a trusted independent funeral home based in the heart of the city, Gooding believes that every person’s funeral should be distinct and special, whether it’s a traditional ceremony, a contemporary celebration of life, or the simple and fuss-free occasion they wished for.

Their inclusive funeral service caters to people of all faiths, as well as people of no religious belief and those who cared for the environment. Gooding can also provide specialist bathing facilities for communities where these observances form an important part of religious funeral rites and customs.

As an independent company, Gooding’s strength lies in listening, understanding and arranging things according to each person's wishes. They are here to help, every day of the year and around the clock – and are happy to provide obligation-free advice and estimates.

Gooding offer a wide range of services, including in-house bereavement support from a dedicated grief recovery specialist, and advice about matters such as registering a death and who must be notified when someone dies.

From natural and contemporary funerals to more time-honoured affairs all with the option of funeral finance; Gooding's broad selection of options and services cover every aspect of arranging a funeral. This level of choice includes a wide range of coffins, caskets and urns, a choice of beautiful floral tributes, transport including limousines and hearses, catering and dove releases, traditional and contemporary cremations, memorial services, memorial masonry and keepsakes.

Gooding Funeral Services in Leeds will ensure an occasion which truly reflects the memory of the person you have lost. Please call today to find out more about the wide variety of funeral services and options on offer.

Latest Obituaries

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Alan Jason Dixon

Oct 2024 - Nov 1970

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Ervine Newbold Liburd

Apr 1939 - May 2024

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John Kimachia Chege

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Clive Matthew Coleman

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Parmeen Panesar 28th Oct 2024

    Thank you very much for a first class service during my dad's funerlal proceedings.

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Parmeen,

    Thank you for your very kind review of our services. It was our honour to have cared for your Dad and served you and your family.

    Should you require any further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.

    With warm regards to you and your family,
    Peter and the team at Gooding Funeral Services

  • 5 Marcus Harding 28th Aug 2024

    Gooding Funeral Service were tremendous in their care and professionalism from start to finish. The communication was great, consistent and alleviated a lot of stress that naturally comes with planning a funeral.

    The day itself was perfect and couldn’t have gone any better. I’m eternally grateful for their service. Thank You. 

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Mr Harding,

    Thank you so much for your very kind 5* review. I watched Mr Harding's funeral service recording that you had kindly sent me. What a lovely send off!

    I am glad the whole service came together just as you wanted and we gave your Dad the perfect send off that he truly deserved.

    My team and I wish you and your family all the best for the future - you remain in our thoughts. If you are ever nearby, please pop in and say hello.

    With kindest regards Sonia and all the team at Gooding Funeral Services.

  • 5 Mark Simpson 12th Aug 2024

    A very professional and sympathetic handling of all details from initial enquires to the day of the funeral itself. Added to this was a genuine empathy that was expressed towards myself as the bereaved. I highly recommend this particular Funeral Director without hesitation.

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Mr Simpson,

    Thank you so much for your kind 5* review. I'm pleased that all went well for your dearly beloved Mum. It was an honour to have directed the funeral and give your Mum the loving and beautiful send off she deserved.

    If there is anything further that either myself or the team can help you with, please do not hesitate to contact us, we are here to help you. With warm regards, Sonia and the team at Gooding Funeral Services

  • 5 Roy Hick 5th Aug 2024

    Kate Barker was superb in making our mum’s funeral run so smoothly and not only did Kate look after mum’s day but a year ago she also looked after my dad’s funeral . Very professional , passionate and genuine , Kate really did put her heart into our day of saying goodbye to mum and dad . Thank you from all the family . 🙏🏻❤️

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Mr Hick, Thank you so much for your glowing review of the service you received from our company. Thank you for choosing us to care for your dear Mother. We are delighted that the service and attention you received from Kate brought comfort to you and your loved ones, especially on such a trying but beautiful occasion. We will certainly pass your kind words onto Kate and the team. In the meantime, if there is anything more we can do to help you, please do get in touch. Kind regards from all of us at Gooding Funeral Services

  • 5 Elizabeth Cook 18th Jul 2024

    No unnecessary fuss, sympathetic but matter of fact. Efficient and good communicators; no sense of unnecessary expense.

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Thank you so much for your 5 star review, Mrs Cook. It was an absolute honour to direct the funeral of your late brother, Mr Browning.

    The service was lovely, and the personal messages on the coffin from family and friends was a beautiful personal touch.

    When you are ever in Leeds, please do come by and say hello. Kindest regards from Sonia and all the team at Gooding Funeral Services.

  • 5 Hyacinth Stewart 24th Jun 2024

    Has the wife of Mr Errol stewart we the family would like to thank the funeral home for their professional way in which they dealt with his remains and speaking with the family we were pleased with them and the young man Joshua has been an blessing .to us all Gooding funeral home we has the family of errol stewart thank you for the professional way your company has conducted his homegoing service .

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Mrs Stewart,
    Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of the service that you and your family received from us.

    It was a privilege and an honour to have helped you to arrange a service filled with so much love and affection for the wonderful Husband, Brother, Grandad, Father, Uncle, Son and Friend that Mr Stewart so clearly was.

    If there anything further we can help you with, please do let us know. In the meantime, may I take this opportunity to wish you and your family all the best, from Joshua and the Team at GFS.

  • 5 Paul Hastings-Gayle 24th Jun 2024

    The team here is wonderfully amazing kind sensitive practical and supportive.
    They are clear around costs and payment deadlines (always helpful).
    The team are attentive and know the details required if you are disoriented due to bereavement, the team are even able to help or refer to other companies for the funeral service etc.
    I couldn't ask for more. I highly recommend these guys.

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Paul, Thank you for your kind words. Hearing all the warm and wonderful stories of Sister Gayle's life throughout the entire service, was heartwarming and uplifting. Sister Gayle was dearly loved and it was an honour to care for her and to work with you. You remain in our thoughts, Joshua and the team at Gooding Funeral Services.

  • 5 Kulvinder Hundal 11th Apr 2024

    They were very supportive and went the extra mile to make sure everything went smoothly

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Kulvinder,

    Thank you so much for your five star review.

    It was my absolute pleasure to have cared for Gurdev and for you all as a family.
    Should you ever need us, the team and I are always here for you.
    I wish you and your family all the best for the future.

    Sonia and the team at Gooding Funeral Services

  • 5 Randolph Morton 11th Apr 2024

    It was a very stressful time like all families who have to arrange a funeral for their loved ones but from the onset we were made at ease. Just like everything in life there are bumps so has death but Goodings funeral service made our mums home going service (although a sad occasion ) a joyous one. Every member of the team was professional yet comforting to the family
    A joy and job well done
    Celia Morton
    On behalf of Esmie Morton family

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Randolph,

    Thank you for your kind review of our services and for entrusting us with the care of your dear Mother. It was a great honour to have been there for you and to have helped you and your family arrange such a beautiful send-off for someone you all treasured so dearly.

    If we can be of any further help, please do get in touch. We are always here for you. With warm regards, Joshua and the team at Gooding Funeral Services

  • 5 Carmelita Tavares-Black 10th Apr 2024

    I can’t fault the service we receive the care and understanding. 
    We were vey happy with everyone that works at the funeral parlour. Thank you for all the care showed towards us. 

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Carmelita,

    Thank you so much for your lovely 5* review. It was my absolute pleasure to direct the funeral for your Daughter Ginalda. The amount of love that was shown on the day of the funeral was magical.

    Listening to all the tributes from friends and family was beautiful too.

    All the team at Gooding Funeral Services are always here for you and your family. Please pop in for a hot drink whenever you are in Leeds.

    All the best for the coming future.

    Kindest regards Sonia & the team at Gooding Funeral Services.

  • 5 Michelle Walker 10th Apr 2024

    Goodings have been extremely caring and efficient.

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Michelle,

    Thank you for your very kind review of our services.

    As you know, our families are very close and it was a solemn honour to have been able to care for your Father and provide a service to your family.

    Please don't hesitate to get in touch if we can be of any further assistance.

    With warmest regards, Peter and the Gooding Funeral Services Team

  • 5 Kiran Kalsi 7th Feb 2024

    Everything was handled in a sensitive way, taking into account cultural differences. The whole process was very dignified.

    Thank you Joshua and Team at Gooding Funeral Services

    Dr Kiran Kalsi

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Mrs Kalsi,
    Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review of our team and service. We are pleased to have met with your expectations.

    It was an honour to have attended to a such a well respected member of the community and his family.

    If we can be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us, we are here to help.
    Kind regards, Joshua and the Gooding Funeral Services Team

  • 5 Sylvia Morton 6th Jan 2024

    Where do I begin.... from the first meeting at the nursing home with Joshua and colleague, who came to collect mum. The respect, mindfulness, care and love was there. This was their 'mother' and she go the most respect any mother would desire from her children. Viewing mum was even more pleasurable than we thought. Her make up was immaculate and she looked so at peace – Thank you Amanda -. It was never any problem to visit mum when we wanted during her time at the chapel of rest. The funeral arrangement meeting was second to none - Joshua covered everything, spoke with clarity, and ensured all our needs were met, Including the beautiful white horse, white cart, and white feather plumes making us all feel comfortable at the meeting. The day of the funeral was great, and Steven was there to relax my brother. Gooding Service came through strong, caring and loving all the way. Their service is above 100% and the words 'thank you’ does not seem anywhere enough for all that was done. For some people the saddest day is the funeral, this was not so for the Morton. As a family, we said goodbye to mum with the help of Gooding Service in such a special respectable way.
    Once again a Huge massive thank you to all t Gooding Serice, Steven, Joshua Amanda and the drivers of the limousine’s

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Good Morning Sylvia, Thank you so much for your kind words - for which I am extremely grateful.  Ensuring a smooth and beautiful day for your dear Mother, was of the utmost importance.  If I or indeed any of my colleagues at Gooding, can be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to get in touch. With thanks once again, Joshua and the GFS Team.

  • 5 Joseph Oke 22nd Dec 2023

    Hi. Very professional, helpful, give good advice. Easy to deal with. Keeping you updated.

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Joseph

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a kind review, it is much appreciated. We are honoured to have been entrusted to carry out these arrangements on your behalf. If we can be of any further assistance to you or your family, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
    Peter and the GFS Team.

  • 5 Kate Dwinfuor 19th Dec 2023

    This was a repatriation and the service delivered was optimum. Will highly recommend to others.

    Thank you.

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Kate, Thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review of our services.
    As you know, Thomas was known to me and it was an honour to take care of him and assist you and his family in repatriating him as per his wishes.
    Please don't hesitate to get in touch if we can be of any further assistance.
    Peter and the GFS Team.

  • 5 Kenneth McDowall 19th Dec 2023

    Professional caring service. Highly recommend.

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Kenneth,
    It was an honour to take care of your Father, Ronald, and we hope the Memorial Service in Scotland went well also. Should you need any further assistance please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here for you. Kind regards, all the team at Gooding Funeral Services

  • 5 Delia Clarke 19th Dec 2023

    Professional, Caring, Supportive, Good Listeners, Passionate and Patient.
    Excellent service would highly recommend 

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Delia, Thank you for your kind words. It was our pleasure to help you and your family in your time of need. Ensuring that Mr Rochester was given the best send off possible was of the utmost importance. It was a pleasure to work with a family and witness so much love and fond memories. If you should need any further help or assistance, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. With warmest regards, all the team at Gooding Funeral Services

  • 5 Ray Philip 18th Dec 2023

    Excellent service..Would highly recommend 🙏🏾

    Peter Broderick replied
    Dear Ray
    Thank you for your kind review of our services. It means a lot to us to receive positive feedback. As you know, Rupert was very dear to us as a family and to be trusted with his care was an honour.
    Please get in touch if we can be of any further assistance to you or your family.
    Peter.

  • 5 Samantha Silcott 4th Nov 2023

    Everything turned out well. The evening before the funeral we were able to do a viewing just as Goodings was closing which was nice showing how considerate the receptionist was.
    Whenever I had a query and called in, the different people who answered were very helpful. Also, Peter was organised with plans and allowed the family to make changes with certain details.

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Samantha

    Thank you for your very kind review of our services. It is much appreciated.
    It was our honour to serve your family and take care of Pamela. The eulogy at her service was truly touching and it was wonderful to hear about Pamela's passion for singing.
    Please don't hesitate to get in touch if we can be of any further assistance.
    With warmest regards,
    Peter.

  • 5 Susan Lister 23rd Oct 2023

    Caring, Supportive, Passionate, Professional, Excellent Service! Thank you Gooding Funeral Services.

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Sue, Thank you for your kind words. It is of the utmost importance to the team and me to care for a loved one and to also make the funeral process as smooth as possible for their grieving family and friends. I am happy we were able to live up to your expectations and were able to inspire such a lovely review of our services. If we can be of any further help, please let us know, we are always here for you. With warmest regards, Joshua and the GFS Team

  • 5 Rajinder Kaur Palahe 22nd Sep 2023

    A well managed and effective funeral with immaculate time management and travel arrangements.

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Auntiji, Thank you so much for your kind review of the service that my team and I provided for your Father's funeral.

    I'm pleased we met with your needs and expectations and that your Dad received the very best send-off and one which was so well deserved.

    If we can be of any further help to you or your family, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Our dedicated team are always on hand and will be there to assist you. Kindest regards Sonia.

  • 5 Judith Jarrett 15th Sep 2023

    I would just like to say the services was excellent throughout the day I would recommend their business 

    Peter Broderick replied
    Dear Judith

    Thank you so much for your kind review of our services. You and your family put together a wonderful service for your Mum and I'm glad that we were able to assist.

    Please don't hesitate to get in touch if we can be of any further help to you or your family.

    Peter.

  • 4 Alan Burgess 7th Aug 2023

    Simple to deal with, walked me through the process and did what I asked for. Cannot ask anymore than that. Thank you.

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Mr Burgess, Thank you for your review of the service you received from us. We are pleased that you found the process easy to navigate and our service met with your requirements. If we can help you in any way further, please do get in touch. With our warmest regards, all the team at Gooding Funeral Services.

  • 5 Jacqeline Jordan 24th Jul 2023

    The service was conducted in a very professional manner. They were above 5 star. I highly recommend Gooding Funeral Services!

    Peter Broderick replied
    Dear Jacqueline. Thank you for your wonderful review of our services. It was our absolute honour and privilege to take care of Sophia and to serve you and your family. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if there's anything further we can do to be of assistance. Warm regards

    Peter

  • 5 Surinder Sambhi 20th Jul 2023

    Very good 

    Gay Gooding Kershaw replied
    Dear Surinder,

    Thank you for your review of our services and for your lovely card and gift too! It was an honour to have been able to help you and your family arrange the send-off you'd hoped for.

    If we can be of any further help or you need support, please don't hesitate to contact us - we are here for you.
    With warmest regards, all the team at Gooding Funeral Services.

Call 24 hours: 0113 320 6779

Address
2A Newton Road
Potternewton
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS7 4HE

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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

Parmeen Panesar 28th Oct 2024

Thank you very much for a first class service during my dad's funerlal proceedings.

Marcus Harding 28th Aug 2024

Gooding Funeral Service were tremendous in their care and professionalism from start to finish. The communication was great, consistent and alleviated a lot of stress that naturally comes with planning a funeral. The day itself was perfect and couldn’t have gone any better. I’m eternally grateful for their service. Thank You. 

Mark Simpson 12th Aug 2024

A very professional and sympathetic handling of all details from initial enquires to the day of the funeral itself. Added to this was a genuine empathy that was expressed towards myself as the bereaved. I highly recommend this particular Funeral Director without hesitation.

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