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Your Trusted Funeral Directors in York
JG Fielder & Son Funeral Directors have served York and surrounding areas for over 130 years, offering compassionate and professional funeral services rooted in family tradition. As fifth-generation funeral directors, we combine deep local knowledge with modern practices to support families during difficult times. Our services include full funeral planning, coffin selection, bereavement support, and eco-friendly options, all delivered with dignity and respect.Available 24/7, our team guides families through every step, from legal documentation to personalized service arrangements. With funeral homes across Yorkshire, we maintain a commitment to transparency, flexibility, and community care established since 1859.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Coffin Selection
Grave Markers
Children's Funerals
Bereavement Support
Eco-Friendly Services
Funeral Livestreaming
Cremation Keepsakes
Horse-Drawn Hearse
Pre-Paid Plans
Highlights and features
- 130+ years of family-led funeral service experience
- 24/7 availability for immediate support and guidance
- Transparent pricing with customizable service options
- Eco-friendly funeral vehicles and sustainable coffin choices
- Bereavement specialists and free memorial webcasting services
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Funeral Directors
- Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors
What people say
Compassionate team
24/7 availability
Personalized service
Eco-friendly options
Professional conduct
Services
Funeral Service Arrangements
We guide families through every aspect of funeral planning, from venue selection to legal documentation. Our directors offer personalized advice while respecting cultural and religious traditions. Services include coordinating with celebrants, managing floral tributes, and providing printed service sheets.
Care of the Deceased
Our facilities provide dignified care including washing, dressing, and embalming. We accommodate religious requirements and offer private spaces for family involvement. Personal requests like clothing selection and jewellery placement are handled with sensitivity.
Eco-Friendly Funerals
Sustainable options include biodegradable coffins, electric vehicles, and woodland burial partnerships. We offset vehicle emissions through UK government-certified tree planting schemes. Our green funeral packages combine environmental responsibility with traditional care standards.
Children's Funerals
Specialist support includes age-appropriate coffin selection and flexible service formats. We assist with financial aid applications and provide free bereavement counselling. Our team handles sensitive arrangements like hearsette transportation for young children's funerals.
Funeral Livestreaming
Private webcasting allows remote participation with HD recording included. Services include live chat integration and donation coordination. Available for both indoor and outdoor venues at 250, this service supports inclusive grieving during travel restrictions.
People
Victor Fielder
Partner
Fifth-generation funeral director with 40+ years' experience, maintaining family traditions while introducing modern services like eco-friendly options and live-streaming funerals.
Chris Fielder
Partner
Second-generation director continuing the family legacy, specializing in children's funerals and community bereavement support programs since joining in 2005.
Questions
What funeral types do you offer?
We provide traditional, modern, green, simple, and direct cremation services with customizable elements to reflect the deceased's personality.
Can I arrange a funeral remotely?
Yes, we offer virtual consultations and online pre-paid plans. Our 24/7 team can coordinate all arrangements via phone or video calls.
Do you offer eco-friendly options?
Yes, including biodegradable coffins, electric vehicles, and carbon-offset transportation. Our green funeral packages combine sustainability with traditional care standards.
How are costs managed?
We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Costs vary by service selection, with options available for different budgets from basic to full-service packages.
What support exists for bereaved families?
We offer free access to SAIFCare's bereavement helpline, local counselling referrals, and ongoing support groups for those grieving loved ones.
Can funerals be live-streamed?
Yes, we provide private HD webcasting services for £250, allowing remote participation with recorded copies provided to families at no extra cost.
