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9 Years
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Emergency
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Open 24/7
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Your Trusted Funeral Directors in Carlisle
Sean Crilley Funeral Directors is a locally owned and operated family business dedicated to providing compassionate, professional funeral services in Carlisle and surrounding areas. With over two decades of experience in the funeral profession, Sean Crilley holds a National Association of Funeral Directors Level 4 Higher Diploma in Funeral Directing, formalising his extensive practical expertise. The business operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, offering immediate support during times of bereavement. Our team combines deep local knowledge with a commitment to ethical practices, ensuring every family receives personalised attention and meticulous care in arranging funeral services. We maintain two dedicated facilities - our main funeral home on Brook Street and the private Lismore Chapel of Rest. Our services encompass complete funeral arrangements, pre-paid plans, direct cremation options, and memorial consultations. We prioritise transparency in pricing and maintain membership with the National Association of Funeral Directors to uphold industry standards. The business was established in 2017 following Sean's decision to create an independent funeral service that preserves traditional values while meeting modern expectations. Our team's collective experience, including working with national organisations and local authorities, ensures we can navigate complex requirements while maintaining personal service. We serve families across Carlisle, North Cumbria, and surrounding regions with equal dedication to both immediate needs and long-term planning.
Services
24 Hour Service
Pre-Paid Plans
Direct Cremation
Funeral Arrangements
Memorial Consultations
Private Chapel of Rest
Eco-Friendly Options
Hearse Hire
Coffin Selection
Documentation Assistance
Served areas
- Carlisle, Cumbria, Brampton, Gretna, Longtown, Wetheral, Wigton, Dalston and surrounding area
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- 24 Hour Personal service
- Private Chapel of Rest
- Complete Funeral Service
- Memorial Consultants
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Funeral Directors
What people say
Compassionate and caring
Professional and respectful
Genuine support
Personalised service
Outstanding professionalism
Services
24 Hour Funeral Service
Our 24/7 funeral service provides immediate support for families experiencing bereavement at any hour. Available every day of the year, we assist with all necessary arrangements from initial contact through to final disposition. This service includes transfer of the deceased, documentation handling, and coordination of all required elements for both attended and unattended funerals.
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
We offer pre-paid funeral plans that allow individuals to arrange and fund their funeral requirements in advance. These plans provide peace of mind through cost certainty and ensure personal wishes are documented and guaranteed. Our advisors help create tailored arrangements that reflect individual preferences while maintaining financial transparency.
Direct Cremation Service
This unattended cremation service provides a dignified option without formal ceremonies. Includes collection of the deceased, basic coffin provision, and cremation with ashes returned to family. All third-party fees are included in the fixed price, with full payment required in advance to ensure no additional charges during difficult times.
Private Chapel of Rest
Our private Chapel of Rest facilities allow families to spend time with their loved one in a quiet, respectful environment. Available at both our Brook Street premises and the dedicated Lismore Chapel, these spaces provide comfortable surroundings for private visitation by appointment with our funeral directors.
Eco-Friendly Options
We provide environmentally conscious funeral options including biodegradable coffins made from wicker, bamboo, cardboard, and wool. These sustainable choices cater to clients seeking ecological responsibility while maintaining traditional funeral elements. Our team offers guidance on appropriate options for both burial and cremation services.
People
Sean Crilley
Owner & Funeral Director
Qualified with a Level 4 Funeral Directing Diploma, Sean established the business in 2017 after 15 years in the profession. He began his career at 16 and became Carlisle's youngest Funeral Director at 17.5 years old. His personal approach combines formal qualifications with extensive practical experience.
Jason Higgins
Funeral Director
Jason joined in 2018 after working with H.M. Coroner's office. He brings personal experience from losing his first child and trained under Sean. His compassionate approach focuses on guiding families through difficult arrangements with empathy and professional expertise.
Jonathan Bell
Funeral Director
With 28 years' experience, Jonathan trained locally and understands personal loss having lost his father at 23. He rejoined Sean in 2017 after working together previously. His extensive local knowledge and commitment to personal service enhance our team's capabilities.
Questions
What services are included in your standard funeral package?
Our standard attended funeral includes legal arrangements, transfer of deceased, care and preparation, basic coffin, viewing facilities, and transportation to the service location.
Do you offer environmentally friendly funeral options?
Yes, we provide eco-coffins made from wicker, bamboo, cardboard, and wool. These biodegradable options are available for both burial and cremation services.
Can I pre-plan my funeral arrangements?
Yes, we offer pre-paid funeral plans that allow you to arrange and fund your preferred services in advance, ensuring your wishes are respected and providing financial certainty for your family.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cheques, bank transfers, and card payments at our main branch. Payment terms require disbursements to be settled before the funeral service.
Are your prices transparent and inclusive?
Yes, we provide detailed cost breakdowns with separate listings for our fees and third-party charges. Our CMA-compliant pricing ensures clear comparisons with other funeral directors.
Do you provide 24-hour emergency support?
Yes, our team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist with immediate bereavement needs and provide immediate support for families.
Reviews (6)
Donna Collison
Jan 11, 2022
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Sean Crilley's carried out my Mum's Funeral on Thursday 6th of January I dealt with Jason mainly and he was amazing and really couldn't do enough for us as a Family and he and all of the men that work there went above and beyond for us
Janine Cromar
Dec 23, 2021
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As a family we can not thank Sean and everyone who works for him enough, from the first contact to the last he was progressional kind and caring, they spoke about my dad as if they knew him always used his name, very personal, kept us informed at all times and made arranging so much easier, Sean and his team deserve more than 5 stars
Richard Quinn
Dec 15, 2021
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Would like to say a big thank you to Sean for the arrangements nothing was to much trouble. You and your team were brilliant thank you.
Ruben price would have been proud of what you done.
Barry and Cheryl and the whole family appreciate all you done thank you
Ruben price would have been proud of what you done.
Barry and Cheryl and the whole family appreciate all you done thank you
Lisa
Dec 15, 2021
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I would like to thank Sean for the amazing job he done for Reuben price I will never forget him the day I act to find it undertaker was the hardest thing I had to do but this soon as I picked up the phone to him I know he was the one with his comfort words picking things out was very hard but Sean was by our side at every minute I don't give Sean 5-stars I give him a million and more thank you for being our rock nothing too big or nothing too small Sean does whatever you asked
Lynn Topaz
Nov 16, 2020
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Sean was so professional and caring from the minute I contacted him to after my father's funeral. Helpful and kind and would certainly recommend him to anyone wanting a personal service.
Judith Swinsco
Nov 16, 2020
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My husbands funeral was handled with great care and sensibility. It was a woodland burial with a wicker coffin and everything was flawless. I can't recommend him more highly. 10 out of 10.