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  • Ken and Lesley and all of Lucy McAleese’s family

    “To Jean, Sonia, Michael and all the crew. A great big thank you to all of you for all your help and kindness. Thanks to you it all went smoothly and very dignified. With love from Ken and Lesley and all of Lucy McAleese’s family.”
  • Lesley Ratcliffe

    “Today was a very sad day for all of Kens family, we had him mum’s funeral today. It proved that his mum was a wonderful person and was loved by everyone who knew her. A big thank you goes to Cooksley’s Funeral Services and to Peter Wyllie for their exptertise and all their help. Another thank you goes to the grandchildren who organised all the lovely food, and put on a beautiful spread in memory of their grandmother, and thanks for every one for coming. Thanks Ken.”
  • Julia, Anita, and family

    “To Jean, Michael and all staff. Thank you so much for your proffessional and compassionate service for my Dad’s funeral. We will highly recommend you to anyone who is in need of your service. Thank you once again. Julia, Anita, and family.” x
  • Marika Hine

    “Just a line to thank you Jean, for all you did for us and Brian. To know he is at rest in his “Blanket” and that you look after him on “his day” We can’t thank you enough. You kept us up to date at every stage, that in itself was such a help to us, and me. The pain is still with me but we have to carry on. Thank you, Manika Hine. For Brian Dayne.”
  • Philip, Ann, Shaun and Michael

    “Thank you for all your support and kindness. You have helped make this sad time a little easier and we really appreciate everything you have done.”
  • Sharon, Kevin, Keely, Ryan, Tiffany

    “To all at Cooksley’s. Thank you for everything. You have all been amazing and couldn’t of done this without you all. Love Sharon, Kevin, Keely, Ryan, Tiffany.”
  • Doug, Sue & Brooke

    “To everyone at Cooksley’s. Would like to Thank You for such a lovely funeral for Joan Ansett. Doug, Sue and Brooke. Xx.”
  • Leighton & Ness

    “Just wanted to thank you once again for your kindness, advice adn support in the last couple of weeks leading up to Sylvia’s funeral. Everything was lovely. Kind regards, Leighton and Ness.” x
  • Ferrety Ruffett

    “I would recomend cooksleys to anyone the funeral they provided along with Cathy Kemp for my stepdad was nothing less than perfect from the viewings in the chapel of rest to the cars and professionalism of Jean and family when leaving with the coffin for the last journey everything was done with utmost respect. The family all said that the right choice was made. Thankyou all at cooksleys.” xx
  • Paul & Margo & Family

    “To Jean, thank you so much for a wonderful service. You really are someone special. Love from Paul and Margo and Family.”
  • Sue & Dawn

    “To all at Cooksley’s. Thank you for a wonderful service. Family and friends all commented on your professionalism on the Funeral of Ronald Baggett. Thank you everyone.” Sue and Dawn xx
  • Dawn Ruffett

    “Couldn’t ask for more respect dignity these extemely profesional friendly people made my stepfathers funeral the send off he deserved, Cathy our humanist did an excelent job i would recomend this company to everyone! Thankyou so much” x
  • John Foran

    “Just to say a big thank you from the family and I, the words and contents of the service were first class and seemed so appropriate, I have told my daughter that I am arranging my funeral in the near future with Cooksley Funeral Service, although not as expensive as Christine’s “an orange box will do” and she is to call upon your services to give me the send off when the time comes.”
  • Garry and Family

    “To Jean and Sonia, thank you both very much for coming out to my house and helping us to sort out my Dad. Thank you very much Garry and Family.” x
  • Laura and Garry

    “I would like to say a massive thankyou for your kindness and support throughout this sad moment in time. As a daughter of Garry Inskip, i would like to say a big thankyou yet again for all the help and support you all have given to my Dad and Nan. I’m happy to say you have given my Dad and Nan the best support and advice more than anyone else. We are proud that we have come to you, thankyou for being all ears to us Inskip’s and we are all certain Grandad will have the best send off he deserves.”
  • Kelly

    “I just really wanted to say thank you to you all. Other than my kids my dad was the most precious thing to me in the world and I feel so much better having seen him today. I’m really glad I chose you to trust with such a big part of my life.Thank you so much for presenting him so well and for your help and support along the way. I’m really grateful. Kelly.”
  • Kelly

    “I just really wanted to say thank you to you all. Other than my kids my dad was the most precious thing to me in the world and I feel so much better having seen him today. I’m really glad I chose you to trust with such a big part of my life.Thank you so much for presenting him so well and for your help and support along the way. I’m really grateful. Kelly.”
  • Laura Popa

    “I want to thank you very very much for my father in laws service. God bless all of you the words are not enough to explain. Thank you”.
  • Parmar Family

    “Thanking you and your family for arranging such a lovely service for mum Bhikiben. And for Mr Kantilal Parmar. Can’t thank you enough from Tara, Hansa, Parmar family”.
  • Joy Foley

    “Jean and Sonia Cooksley and Co gave my son David a fabulous funeral. Jean was sympathetic, kind, lovely, she understood what we wanted and put everything in place for us. The funeral was uplifting , filled with tears and laughter and Just what our “Didz” would have wanted. Highly recommended”
  • Diane

    “Jean, Sonia and Michael. Thank you very much for the service you provided for Steve. Your companies proffessionalism and approach in all aspects at this painful time was brilliant from the initial contact, through to the end of the funeral. You managed it in a dignified and respectful manner. Thank you again. Diane.”
  • Andy

    “To Jean, Sonia and all at Cooksley’s thank you for everything, these last few weeks. Mum had the most perfect send off yesterday, really couldn’t have gone any better. Andy.”
  • Pamela, Jeanette & Family

    ““Dear Jean and family. A heart-felt thanks for all your compassion, care and proffessionalism through our difficult time, of the loss of our beloved Clurus John, Husband, Father, Grandfather and Friend. From the first phone call to the final day, we were treated so well and made the preperation run smoothly. You also cared so well for Clurus, making him look so handsome on his final journey. The flowers also were so beautiful. Always be grateful. Love Pamela, Jeanette and Family.” ”
  • Sheila & Claire Williams

    “To Jean and everyone at Cooksley’s. Thank you so much for your help, For Geoff’s funeral. Many thanks Sheila and Claire. Have a tipple on us!”
  • Eileen & Denis Botwright & Family

    “Your interpretation of our wishes for Mum’s funeral were exactly right and helped to make a sad day brighter. Thank you again, Eileen and Denis.”
  • Diane Whitney

    “Dear Jean. Thank you so much for all you and your excellent team did to make everything go so smoothly yesterday. Someone actually said to me it is the best funeral i’ve ever been to, i would certainly highly recommend Cooksley’s to anyone. A special thank you for the excellent arrangement and display of the photo’s which were put on screen. Many people said what a lovely touch it added to the service. Many thanks. Diane Whitney.”
  • Laura Best

    “Thank you for all your help and support in the last two weeks. Your professionalism and empathy were reasurring and comforting to me and my family. Dad, Trevor, would have loved the service too. take care now.”
  • Tracey Caroline Coombs and family

    “I would like to say a great big thankyou to Jean and all the staff at cooksley’s that helped us through the sudden loss of our mum, they were there right from the start with their friendly professional services and I would truly recommend this amazing family business to anyone that needs these services thanks again lots of love Tracey Caroline Coombs and family xxx.”
  • Steven Holland

    “Would like to say a big thank u to this people who help me and the rest off the family to give John the funeral he deserves recommend you to anyone thanks u very much.”
  • Peter Desborough

    “I would like to thank you for the support and service you have provided for my mums funeral today it was done so professionally and friendly I would recommend you to anybody thank you so much xxxx”
  • Alison Kitchenside and Family

    “Thank you for helping us through the process from beginning to end. We were not prepared for Dave’s Death so having someone that was not only professional but also showed us much compassion to us was a great comfort. Please pass our thanks on to all of your staff that took care of Dave whilst he was with you. Yours, Alison Kitchenside and family.”
  • Gill Desborough’s Family

    “To all at Cooksley’s. Thank you so much…and so very kind. Thanks Bunches! Lots of loves from Gill Desborough’s family.”
  • Carl Smith

    “I would highly recommend Cooksley’s very professional kind caring and respectful. We used them for my mother in laws funeral recently and from the start they all showed a high level of resepect and were very understanding as well as helpful during a very difficult time. I thank them from the bottom of my heart for all they did during this sad and difficult time.”
  • The Johnson Family

    “To Jean and Sonia and all her lovely Men. Thank you. I’m thrilled and so are the family. Regards from Susan, Avril, Andrea, Angela and Andrew.”
  • Biren and Family

    “Dear all of Cooksley’s, can’t thank you enough for your amazing service and taking care of our Dad. Best wishes, Biren and Family.”
  • Diane, Stuart and George

    “To Jean. Thanking you for the beautiful care and funeral service, and for being there for our family. Love Diane, Stuart and George.”
  • Sally-Marie French

    “I’d like to say a huge thank you to all my dads friends and family that came today to give him a good send off, the bikers that shared his last ride the funeral directors Jean Sonia Cooksley for looking after him so well , and Sue Homer for the lovely service. You really do not know how truly grateful I am. Lots of love to you all xx oh and not forgetting the amazing flowers you did Kirsty Lawson.”
  • Sally

    “To everyone at Cooksley’s. Thank you for taking care of my Dad so well. The service you gace my Dad was beautiful he would have loved it. Love Sally.”
  • Norah Garrett and all the family

    “This is just a little note to thank you both very much and show our appreciation for your help at Lancum House on 22nd September. In allowing our Mum, Mrs Brooking to rest in peace with the funeral directors, instead of being taken to a Mortuary. We will be forever grateful for all your help which allowed us as a family, a great deal of comfort. Thank you both once again. Norah Garrett and all the family.”
  • Caroline Fox

    “Shane had an amazing send off thanks to cookleys funerals they did a fantastic job . To ryon and the bikers .Karen and her friend for all the food Shane would be looking down and thanking everyone .I want to thank everybody who have been involved with Shane you have all been amazing xx.”
  • Claudette

    “To all at Cooksley’s Funeral Services, thank you so much, the words may be small, but the sentiment is huge! All the best from Claudette.”
  • Jackie and Family

    “Hi Cooksley’s Services. It’s Jackie Williams here. Just wanted to say a very big thank you for making sure that Glen had an amazing send off. I’m very pleased with the Service that you’ve produced, so again, a massive thank you. From Jackie and family. God Bless Always XXX”
  • Grace, Pat and Phil

    “Thank you for a lovely service of Ron Hickman on 27th february. Grace, Pat and Phil. Thanks.”
  • Leslie Cooper

    “We have not had a funeral in 50 years, there was 5 generations in our family, and this was the first. We were at a loss, and were directed to Cooksley. There are no words with which we can express our gratitude. Their amazing family and all members of their team acted with care and respect. Jean chatted with us and covered every aspect of the funeral, making a very stressful and sad occasion, a beautiful celebration of our mother’s life. On the day everything went to plan it was the most amazing celebration. The cost surprised us for all the extras they put in. It was truly amazing. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to Jean, Michael, Wayne and Kieran. Not that we want to use them tooooo soon but their cards are with every member of the family. Definitely recommend their services.”
  • Jenny

    “Wayne, Thank you for your understanding, comfort and support during this time, i appreciated it. Thank you Michael as well. Jenny.”
  • Hugh, Scott, Kerri-Ann and Kirsty

    “Jean, Wayne and Michael. Just a quick message to thank you all for making such a traumatic time a little easier. Love from Hugh, Scott, Kerri-Ann and Kirsty xxx.”
  • Carole Hickey and Family

    “To Jean, Wayne and the team. Thank you for your support and kindness during a very sad time. You made a difficult time easier for us. From Carole Hickey and Family.”
  • Colin and Sandra Dawson

    “Thank you so much for making things in respect of Mum’s Funeral arrangement flow very smoothly and dignified. Much appreciated. Colin and Sandra Dawson.”
  • Mrs S Walker and Family

    “Just a card to say thankyou for your doing the reading, which was left for the last minute, and you kindly accomodated us by giving us extra time. The whole Cremation was beautiful and it was all down to you. Once again we thank you. Mrs S Walker and Family.”
  • Mrs Patel and Family

    “Jean and Michael. Thank you very much for everything, and thank you for your support. We wish you all the best! Mrs Patel and Family.”
  • Jenny, Len and Family

    “Dear Jean, Michael and family. We as a family wanted to thank you for all your care and compassion in looking after Sally on her last journey. We are all very grateful for all of your support and kindness throughout this time. Yours sincerely Jenny, Len and Family.”
  • Debbie and Andy

    “To Cooksley’s Funeral Services. Thank You for all the support shown for our Mum’s Funeral (Heather Vanstone) From Debbie and Andy.”
  • The Stray and Holland Family

    “To Stevie, Michael, Wayne and Colleagues Can’t Thank You enough. From the Stray and Holland Family.”
  • Diana and Trevor Parker

    “We would like to thank you, for the help and support you gave us on arranging Cyril’s Funeral. The Service was beautiful and everything was perfect. Thank you for your kindness and proffessionalism, at this sad time. With Regards, Diana and Trevor Parker.”
  • Gillian Marsden and Family

    “Dear Mrs Cooksley. Just a quick note to say thank you to you and your team for the very discreetly managed funeral of my husband. Everything went seamlessly and we are delighted we heeded the advice of a friend who had used another local service, which had not reached the high standards of your own. We very much appreciated the efficient and considerate way you conducted Neville’s funeral.Thank you again. Yours sincerely Gillian Marsden and family.”
  • Kelly Rendle

    “Just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything you did for us for Dads funeral on Monday, you were all so kind and helpful. We will definitely be recommending you to anyone who needs your services.”
  • David and Valerie Miller

    “We would like to pass on our heartfelt thanks for all your help and support in laying our dear daughter Laura to rest on 12th June. Your wonderful service and attention to detail was much appreciated at such a tragic time for us, our family and friends. With very best wishes David and Valerie Miller.”
  • Patricia Janes

    “I would like to say thank you to your staff – especially Wayne – who have all been so kind and helpful, since collecting my husband Brian after he died unexpectedly on 30th June. Even though we chose a simple Cremation, due to family circumstances, everyone was treated with kindness and respect, and the fact that i could see Brian in the Chapel, brought me a great degree of peace. So once again many thanks. Yours Sincerely Patricia Janes.”
  • Pat, Simon, Zenita and Kai

    “To Wayne and the team. A small gift to say thank you for helping us through such a difficult time in our life. You were so kind and respectful to me, my family and to my Mum. We are truly greatful. Love from Pat, Simon, Zenita and Kai.”
  • Chanchalben’s Family

    “Dear Jean, Michael and Everyone at Cooksley’s. We wanted to express our utmost gratitude for delivering a very beautiful service for our beloved Mum adn Grandma Chanchalben Patel. We very much appreciated the time, effort and compassion you showed to help us through a very difficult time for our family. Thankyou for also looking after her ashes for a little longer and being patient with us whilst we planned to collect them during this Pandemic. You have all been wonderful. All our best wishes. From Chanchalben’s Family.”
  • Lynne Tony Curtis Anthony Ben

    “To Everyone of the staff you were all a big help. From Lynne, Tony, Curtis, Anthony and Ben xx.”
  • Elaine and Andy Fletcher

    “To Jean, and all at Cooksley’s. Thankyou for your excellent service, especially in these trying times. From Elaine and Andy Fletcher.”
  • Dennis Randall

    “Thankyou for the sensitive and expert manner in which your company performed in carrying out Maureen’s Funeral. It was much apprectiated. Derek Randall.”
  • Colette

    “To Jean Thank you so much for the lovely service you done for Tom. You made him proud. Many thanks, Colette.”
  • Deon and Stuart

    “To Jean, Wayne and the team at Cooksley’s. Thankyou very much for looking after us whilst we were going through the sadness and the pain of sorting out our son’s funeral. Thankyou also for making him look his best on the day of his service and whilst he was in the Chapel of rest. You care and kind words and help will always be appreciated. From Deon and Stuart – Parents of Kieran Roy Hudson-Brown.”
  • Zak Nelson and Family

    “Once again thank you for all your help at such a difficult time. I’d just like to say thank you. My ex-husband died at the end of August and my Son had to arrange the funeral, the kindness and compassion you have shown towards him was greatly appreciated. Zak was far too young to have to make the arrangements but as next of kin it did fall to him to do so. But with your guidance, it wasn’t such a burden. Zak Nelson and Family.”
  • Bob and Family

    “To Cooksley’s Thank you for a lovely service and everything you did. We couldn’t ask for anything better. From Bob and the Family.”
  • Christine Gardiner

    “To the family of the late Frederick Gardener. Thank you for your kindness and compassion. It will not be forgotten. Christine Gardiner.”
  • Helen, Sam, Richard, Jonathan, Steve

    “To Wayne and the team at Cooksley’s. Just to say a massive thank you to you and for your support through our loss of Dave. Warm Wishes, Helen, Sam, Richard, Jonathan and Steve.”
  • Carole Blake

    “I would just like to thank everyone involved with the cremation of my Father Basil Dennis for the wonderful send off you gave him. Although short, it was everything I had wished for him, as I know he didn’t want a fuss, and was not a religious man. The service and attention I was given was everything that I expected, although I have had no previous experience of arranging a funeral. Please pass on my thanks to your staff, and if the time comes, in the future, I will of course be recommending your Company. Thank you all for making my life a lot easier, during a very difficult time. Stay safe and well. Best Regards. Carole J Blake.”
  • Trish and The Cavaciuti Family

    “Dear Wayne, Jean and Team. Please may we thank you so very much for delivering such a lovely service for our Johnny. The global feedback has been outstanding. Many thanks again for your wonderful support. Warmest best wishes. From Trish and The Cavaciuti Family.”
  • Jen and Gail

    “To Aunty Jean. Thank you for all your help, advice, guidance and friendship. Please stay well and stay in touch. Jen and Gail xx”
  • Paul Rose

    “Thank you Jean and all the staff at Cooksley’s for looking after Sharon at this sad time. It was much apprectiated.”
  • Tina Robinson and Family of John Mason

    “Thank you for the care and respect shown at my Dad’s funeral on 4th February. We appreciate your proffessional and compassion at these difficult times. Tina Robinson and Family of John Mason.”
  • Jim

    “To Jean and Staff. Well done with Joan Hole’s Funeral Arrangements. Thank you very very much! Kind Regards Jim.”
  • Gill, Nikki and Simon

    “To Jean, Wayne and Michael. Many thanks for your help and comfort with John’s funeral. Very kind regards. Gill, Nikki and Simon.”
  • Martin, Tania and Family

    “To Jean and family. Just want to say thankyou for all your support and kindness. Love from Martin, Tania and Family.”
  • Sushila Patel and Family

    “Dear Jean and family. Thank you so much for everything you have done for us. Your caring, sensitive and professional approach was very much appreciated. Many thanks from Sushila Patel and family.”
  • Rebekah

    “Wayne and all the staff at Cooksleys. I wanted to thank you all for the most amazing service, care and attention you gave me and my family during the funeral and internment of my brother Luke. The days were perfect in every way and the closeness of where Luke is compared to Mum and Dad was just amazing and I cannot thank you enough for all your efforts Wayne in making that possible. I will never forget the kindness I received from you when I first came to the funeral home and the journey to Luke’s house as you very kindly took me back whilst his car was being MOT’d.Kind regards and best wishes. Rebekah.”
  • Duncan and Lisa

    “Just a little something to thank you and your team for the kind and respectful way that you have managed my brothers funeral arrangements. With your help, the day went as well as it possibly could. Many thanks. Duncan and Lisa”
  • Pippa Ellson

    “May I take the opportunity to say thank you to you and your team for making everything run so smoothly and efficiently both yesterday and in the previous week. In what is a very emotional time, you helped to make a difficult process manageable for us all. Both Fraser and I appreciated this very much.”
  • Yvonne

    “Dear Wayne. Following on from Locksley’s Service last Friday and his Interment this morning, I want you to know from the bottom of my heart how much I appreciate your thorough professionalism, but most importantly your humilty and kindness. You executed everything to the highest standard and I could not have asked for anything more. You truly made this part easy for me with your care and attention to detail as well as your gentleness and excellent listening skills and “can do” attitude. Thank-you Wayne. Warmest Regards Yvonne x”
  • Rosemary

    “Thankyou for helping me at a time when i really needed it. Rosemary x.”
  • The Family of Brian Reeve

    “Thank you for all your help and guidance at a time when we really needed it. Your professional approach made it easier to handle and the friendliness from everyone was much appreciated. The Family at Brian Reeve.”
  • The Morawiak Family

    “Thank you very much for your help in this most difficult time. On Behalf of our family we wish tp thank you for your services. We appreciate your kind and thoughtful service. From The Morawiak Family.”
  • Tina Colley

    “To Jean, I just wanted to take this opportunity in sending my heartfelt gratitude to you and in particular to Wayne for making the necessary arrangements for Guy Suddaby’s funeral. From the beginning, Wayne quickly put me at ease. I felt no pressure in determining and making decisions. Wayne was clear in his explanations of the options available, and was considerate and professional throughout. Wayne was also honest regarding the slow natural deterioration of Guy’s condition so that i did not have any false expectations, and i greatly appreciated the time i was able to spend with Guy while he rested with you. I felt that Wayne listened to me and understood my needs about Guy, and built up a picture about who Guy was. On the day of the funeral everything was perfect, and Wayne was immaculate and sincere. I cannot thank Wayne and Cooksley’s Independent Funeral Services enough, I greatly appreciate what you have all done. Kindest Regards, Tina Colley.”
  • Josephine Cooke

    “Dear Wayne, Thank you for all your help during these past few weeks. Your patience, your kindness and understanding is something we will always remember. On behalf of Kevin, and all members of the Everard family we are truly greatful for these aforementioned reasons and for the excellent service you provided. Yours Sincerely Jospehine Cooke.”
  • Maureen and the Wills family

    “To Wayne and everyone at Cooksley’s. Thank you for everything you have done for us and Eric. Wayne you were so lovely and helpful at this sad time. Love Maureen and the Wills family.”
  • Kevin Everard

    “There is no greater stress in ones life than having to say goodbye and lay them to rest. At a time of grief, exhaustion and sadness, Wayne and co discreetly helped navigate the alien path of funeral organising and made a difficult time so much easier to handle by taking the reigns, sorting complexities and putting together a tailored service which was able to suits all competing needs and wishes. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for guiding me through the process, for being honest, open and accommodating and for being compassionate, sincere and approachable. Best wishes Kev.”
  • Mrs Jane Richards

    “To Jean, Michael and all the Staff. Thank you all very much for all your help and kindness with my husband Douglas’ funeral on the 6th of May. Thank you all very much. Mrs Jane Richardson.”
  • Tracy and Scott Hodkin

    “To Jean and Staff. Thank you for all your help, and taking care of Mamma. Love from Tracy and Scott Hodkin.”
  • Devani Family Northampton

    “Thank you so much, Wayne. You’ve brought so much peace to us as well as lightening our burden. Your guidance and positive nature has really helped us get through and when mum met you the first time, she knew you were the one whom we wanted to do this for us. My dad would have loved you and must be so pleased that you did his funeral stuff for us. Thank you again. I know that if ever I’m in need of a funeral director again, it’ll be you personally that I’ll call. Best wishes and god bless..Sonali Devani”
  • Chris, Josie and Family

    “We would like to thank you for organising our Mum’s funeral (Janet Childs) in a most respectful and efficient way, from the start you have shown humility and attention to detail which has helped us through this difficult process. Once again, thanks to all of your staff. X. From Chris, Josie and Family. X.”
  • Barbara

    “Just to say thank you to all of you for taking care of June and making the whole kindness and compassion. Thank you once again.”
  • Moira and Robin Law

    “Dear Jean and Family. We would like to thankyou so much for Mum’s Funeral. The obstacles we had to overcome after her unexpected death were considerably eased by your professional and caring guidance. Together with all the practicalities and decisions to be me made, you gave us the confidence to proceed with our final goodbyes. Despite the awful arctic weather conditions, the funeral itself went without a hitch, and your recommendations for her casket and flowers were perfect. We would like to thank the pallbearers and you as honorary pallbearer for leading and prompting when required. Sue Homer was an excellent celebrant – we have thanked her individually. I felt it right to leave Mums ashes in the Rose Garden in Wellingborough as she loved and lost so many friends and relatives during that chapter in her life and know that she can now truly rest in peace.”
  • Carol Mundy

    “Jean, Wayne, and all the team, I would just like to thank you for all you did following Pete’s death. You were all so kind and patient, looking after him so well and all of the family too. The Grandchildren said how comfortable they felt visiting the funeral parlour, as they were nervous but they are and glad they did see him. The funeral was so well organised and you managed all the ‘congregation’ so well. I don’t think for a minute Pete would have expected such a great turnout. Thanks also for your support to me – it meant a lot at such a difficult time, Best regards Carol Mundy and Family.”
  • Mick Allen

    “A big thank you to you and your team for a perfect send off for my wife Carole. the mother of our kids and a nanna to all our grand children. It was a very emotional time and you guys made it easy for all of us, much appreciation. Mick.”
  • Jean and John Metcalf Shaun and Kerry Clements

    “Dear Wayne and Cooksleys. Thank you for the way in which you handled everything for us regarding Darren Walker. Kind Regards, Jean and John Metcalf, Shaun and Kerry Clements.”
  • Clare and Martin Jaeger and family

    “To Jean, Michael and Wayne. A big thankyou for your kindness, compassion and proffesionalism shown throughout the arranging, decision making and the funeral of Mum. Your advice and guidance made a difficult time easier to bear and for that we will be eternally greatful. Clare and Martin Jaeger and family.”
  • The Patel Family

    “To the Cooksleys team. Thank you for your kindness and compassion. We are grateful to you for ensuring that our Grandma’s send off was just how she wanted. From The Patel Family.”
  • Lewis Wright

    “Jean and Family. Just a short email to say thank you for making Wednesday such a lovely day to remember my Grandad. Jean, I wouldn’t havea wanted anyone else doing the funeral other than you. Lewis Wright.”
  • Maureen, Phil, Michelle and Jason

    “Thank you for all your kindness and support, from the beginning to the end of the sad loss of David. Love from Maureen, Phil, Michelle and Jason.”
  • baby Oliver Nicole, Max and Family

    “Everyone at Cooksley’s. Thankyou for making an impossible situation effortless, your kindness will stay with us forever. Thankyou again Baby Oliver, Nicole, Max and Family.”
  • Allison, Hannah and Families

    “Thank you so much for the wonderful services and support you have provided over the past month. You made a very difficult time much easier to handle and process. Regards Allison, Hannah and Families.”
  • Alan

    “To Jean, Thank you for all you have done for Barry and myself. Making David’s funeral very special and a fitting tribute to him. Very best regards Alan.”
  • Nikita, Dilan and Ramila

    “Dear Jean and Fmaily, Thank you for everything you did for our Dad and for helping us give him the perfect send off. We are eternally grateful to you. Love Nikita, Dilan and Ramila.”
  • Jo, Lucy adn Emily Hearn

    “To Wayne, and the team at Cooksley’s. Thank you so much for looking after Nick Hearn. We are all very impressed with the service you have provided and the care you have given. I hope we don’t have to come to you for a very long time, but if the worse happens we wouldn’t hesitate to go back to you. Thank you Jo, Lucy, and Emily Hearn.”
  • Sharon, Mark, Aarpon, Scott and Priestley

    “Thankyou for the care you have shown us all at this sad time. The way you looked after us and John you made the whole situation a whole easier to bear with gratitude. Love Sharon, Mark, Aaron and Scott Priestley.”
  • On behalf of Sivasubramaniam Uthayakumaran. His Daughters

    “To Staff of Cooksleys Funeral Service. With your help we have completed our Dad’s funeral to our satisfaction. Thank you so much. Within a short time you have arranged everything. we really appreciate your help. On behalf of Sivasubramaniam Uthayakumaran. His Daughters.”
  • Dean and Tracey Baker

    “Dear Jean and the staff at Cooksley’s. On behalf of the family we would like to thank you all for your kindness and understanding during the whole process for Jamie, you have provided for us the most wonderful service and send off for Jamie and went above and beyond to help and deal with all our requests. The flowers and everything were perfect. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Thank you Wayne and Kevin. Dean and Tracey Baker.”
  • From Warren and the Family

    “The biggest thank you for making our hardest days that bit easier and for looking after Gillian/Mum. From the Warren Family”
  • Laura

    “I am emailing to offer our very sincere thanks to you all. From the night my Sister died, the the final moments of the funeral, you have all been wonderful. Most importantly, I absolutely know that Carolyn was treated with every dignity and respect. The funeral was exactly as we wanted, and we all appreciate the kindness, support and understanding in our raw and devastating grief and shock. Please know that we will always remember your service, which goes beyond anything we could have hoped for. Thank you all, Laura.”
  • With Best Regards Karen Abrams and Family xx

    “To Jean, Wayne and Kevin. Thank you all. Jean you calmed my racing heart and mind when i first came with my Brother, with your kind calm voice. Wayne, you were always proffessional when i spoke to you on the phone, it made me feel my Dad was in good hands. And Kevin, proffessional too, and thank you for taking the photo’s that we were too upset to take. With best regards, Karen Abrams and Family.” xx
  • Steven West, Alexandra West, Margarette Gatt, Wider family and friends

    “Wayne and the team at Cooksley’s, We just want to thank you on behalf of myself, my wife, my mum and the wider family/friends for everything over the last few weeks, and with how things were done on Wednesday for my Brother’s funeral at Doddington Road Cemetery. I have had a lot of people say how impressed they were by you all on Wednesday. My Mum in particular was really complimentary of you all, and with how you all did things. So again, huge thanks from us all and we hope you all have a wonderful Christmas (and hopefully get some sort of rest/break! Kind regards Steven West, Alexandra West, Margarette Gatt, Wider family and friends.”
  • Pauline Wilkins

    “Jean and Wayne. Thank you both sincerely for the beautiful tender service you gave us at Adams funeral which you carried out professionally but sympathetically, which we all needed for our beloved Son, Brother and Father. Respectfully. Kind Regards Pauline Wilkins. Adam’s Mother.”
  • Jackie

    “In today’s world, we are quick to criticise and slow to praise, so i wanted to take this opportunity to email you. I attended the funeral of my dear friend Alan West today, and i jut wanted to say how impressed i was with the conduct of your team. In particular, Wayne, who showed compassion, courtesy and above all kindness. The whole team were respectful and professional. Thank you for the excellent service. Warm Regards Jackie.”
  • Tina Colley

    “Wayne, I just wanted to take this opportunity in having you and your team for supporting us with Margaret Ashby’s funeral yesterday. The kindness, respect, and professionalism you show is just beyond words that i can even find. I am truly grateful to you all on a personal and professional level. Kindest Regards and God Bless. Best Wishes, Tina Colley.”
  • Tina, Gary and Craig

    “Thank you for making the passing of Tony, which was a sad and very stressful event, easier to deal with. The Memory Box and Book of Condolence is something that we will treasure forever. Tina, Gary and Craig.”


  • “On behalf of the Samani family we would like to thank you all for your support, guidance and help during this difficult period. From the first call to the final rites at the Crematorium your team has been nothing but respectful, kind and caring. You have made this daunting process much easier and taken a huge responsibility off our shoulders.”
  • Caren

    “To Dear Wayne and the team at Cooksley’s. I cannot express enough my gratitude at the warmth, dignity, professionalism and compassion from you around the arrangements for the funeral of my husband and children’s Dad, Andrew Gorman this week. I know this is a vocation not just a job for funeral directors, so i wanted you to know, what you have done for us, means something to us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Caren x.”
  • Rooney and Sue

    “To all Cooksley’s. On behalf of Rooney and all the family, we just want to thank you for all your compasssion at this difficult time. Many thanks Rooney and Sue.”
  • Robbie Petersen

    “Thank you for arranging the funeral of my Mum, Cynthia, and the subsequent interment of ashes. Both were to perfection. To Jean and the team. It’s nice to know some people still take the time to make others feel special. From Robbie Petersen.”
  • Patel Family

    “For the staff at Cooksley’s, Thank you so much for the great service you have provided in our difficult time. Your understanding is very much appreciated. From the Patel family.”
  • Roz and Family

    “I just wanted to let you know how grateful we are for Jonathan’s funeral. It was beautiful. Thanks to you all, you should be proud of yourselves. We will certainly reccommend you. Roz and Family.”
  • Thank you guys, words cannot thank you guy’s enough!

    “Cooksley’s are incredible! From the moment they have been absolutely outstanding! The level of care and pride they take…to the moment of the funeral! Absolutley outstanding! They made us feel closer to our loved one the day we went to get our dad ready. And let us spend time with him to help us get closure and made sure everyone was okay. Kevin is absolutely amazing as well as the whole team!!”
  • Sam Abruzzo

    “Dear Jean I just wanted to say a huge thank you for how fantastic your company has been with my husband’s funeral. The respect and dignity you showed in caring for my husband, and throughout the funeral itself, was truly remarkable. Every member of your team was so polite, kind and professional – we felt completely safe and supported in their hands. They looked after all our family’s needs and went above and beyond in every way. Please pass on our heartfelt thanks to everyone involved. You all made an incredibly difficult time that little bit easier, and we will always be grateful.”
  • From all her family

    “Dear Cooksley’s Funeral Directors. Thank you for looking afrer Mrs Godavriben M. Patel, and providing the service we wished for her to have the service she would have loved. Your special details were so kind, thoughtful and really appreciated. Thank You. From all her family.”
  • Jasmine Hendry

    “To Wayne, Jean and all at Cooksley’s. Thank you so much for all your professionalism, care and support at such a difficult time in my life. Jasmine Hendry.”
  • Warm Regards Anne

    “Dear Wayne, Jean and team. Just a quick note to say a final thankyou from me and my family for everything you have done to care for Chris after he passed, and to give him such a lovely funeral service. And the Orders of Service and slide show were beyond expectation. We felt calmed and reassured by you and that we were in safe hands. My Sister and i watched the funeral service on the Obitus on Demand yesterday with my Dad, who cannot speak, and Maureen, in the cinema room at his care home and they were very moved by the service. Warm regards, Anne.”
  • Kevin, Anne, Parry and Frances

    “To all the team at Cooksley’s, a big thankyou for all the compassion and professional care you provided with our brother and son Chris’ funeral and the arrangements. It was all very much appreciated. With gratitude Kevin, Anne, Parry and Frances.”
  • Family of Derek Court

    “To Jean and the staff of Cooksley’s. My family and i would like to thank you for your kindness and empathy during the time of the sad loss of my husband. This is a difficult time but i always felt reasured when making contact with you all. as it was an unattended cremation none of our friends and family met, but i have told everyone who we used for such a special event in our lives. Many Thanks again Diane Court, family of Derek Court.”





    Diane Court Family of Derek Court

    To Jean and the staff of Cooksley’s. My family and i would like to thank you for your kindness and empathy during the time of the sad loss of my husband. This is a difficult time but i always felt reasured when making contact with you all. as it was an unattended cremation none of our friends and family met, but i have told everyone who we used for such a special event in our lives. Many Thanks again Diane Court, family of Derek Court.

    Kevin, Anne, Parry and Frances

    “To all the team at Cooksley’s, a big thankyou for all the compassion and professional care you provided with our brother and son Chris’ funeral and the arrangements. It was all very much appreciated. With gratitude Kevin, Anne, Parry and Frances.”

    Anne

    “Dear Wayne, Jean and team. Just a quick note to say a final thankyou from me and my family for everything you have done to care for Chris after he passed, and to give him such a lovely funeral service. And the Orders of Service and slide show were beyond expectation. We felt calmed and reassured by you and that we were in safe hands. My Sister and i watched the funeral service on the Obitus on Demand yesterday with my Dad, who cannot speak, and Maureen, in the cinema room at his care home and they were very moved by the service. Warm regards, Anne.”

    Jasmine Hendry

    “To Wayne, Jean and all at Cooksley’s. Thank you so much for all your professionalism, care and support at such a difficult time in my life. Jasmine Hendry.”

    From all her family

    “Dear Cooksley’s Funeral Directors. Thank you for looking afrer Mrs Godavriben M. Patel, and providing the service we wished for her to have the service she would have loved. Your special details were so kind, thoughtful and really appreciated. Thank You. From all her family.”

    Sam Abruzzo

    “Dear Jean I just wanted to say a huge thank you for how fantastic your company has been with my husband’s funeral. The respect and dignity you showed in caring for my husband, and throughout the funeral itself, was truly remarkable. Every member of your team was so polite, kind and professional – we felt completely safe and supported in their hands. They looked after all our family’s needs and went above and beyond in every way. Please pass on our heartfelt thanks to everyone involved. You all made an incredibly difficult time that little bit easier, and we will always be grateful. Sam Abruzzo.”

    Thank you guys! Words cannot thank you guys enough!

    Cooksley’s are incredible! From the moment they have been absolutley outstanding! The level of care and pride they take…to the moments they spend with us to explain the next steps to the moment of the funeral! Absolutely outstanding! They made us feel closer to our loved one the day we went to get our dad ready. And let us spend time with him to help us get closure and made sure everyone was ok. Kevin is absolutely amazing as well as the whole team!!

    Roz and Family

    “I just wanted to let you know how grateful we are for Jonathans funeral. It was beautiful. Thanks to you all, you should be yourselves. We will certainly recommend you.”

    The Patel Family

    “For the staff at Cooksley’s, Thank you so much for the great service you have provided in our difficult time. Your understanding is very much appreciated. From the Patel family.”

    Robbie Petersen

    “Thank you for arranging the funeral of my Mum, Cynthia, and the subsequent interment of ashes. Both were to perfection. To Jean and the team. It’s nice to know some people still take the time to make others feel special. From Robbie Petersen.”

    Rooney and Sue

    “To all Cooksley’s. On behalf of Rooney and all the family, we just want to thank you for all your compasssion at this difficult time. Many thanks Rooney and Sue.”

    Caren

    “To Dear Wayne and the team at Cooksley’s. I cannot express enough my gratitude at the warmth, dignity, professionalism and compassion from you around the arrangements for the funeral of my husband and children’s Dad, Andrew Gorman this week. I know this is a vocation not just a job for funeral directors, so i wanted you to know, what you have done for us, means something to us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Caren x.”

    Sanjay Samani

    “On behalf of the Samani family we would like to thank you all for your support, guidance and help during this difficult period. From the first call to the final rites at the Crematorium your team has been nothing but respectful, kind and caring. You have made this daunting process much easier and taken a huge responsibility off our shoulders.”

    Tina, Gary and Craig

    “To Jean. Thank you for making the passing of Tony, which was a sad and very stressful event, easier to deal with. The Memory box and book of condolence is something that we will treasure forever.” Tina, Gary and Craig.

    Tina Colley

    “Wayne, I just wanted to take this opportunity in having you and your team for supporting us with Margaret Ashby’s funeral yesterday. The kindness, respect, and professionalism you show is just beyond words that i can even find. I am truly grateful to you all on a personal and professional level. Kindest Regards and God Bless. Best Wishes, Tina Colley.”

    Jackie

    “In today’s world, we are quick to criticise and slow to praise, so i wanted to take this opportunity to email you. I attended the funeral of my dear friend Alan West today, and i jut wanted to say how impressed i was with the conduct of your team. In particular, Wayne, who showed compassion, courtesy and above all kindness. The whole team were respectful and professional. Thank you for the excellent service. Warm Regards Jackie.”

    “Jean and Wayne. Thank you both sincerely for the beautiful tender service you gave us at Adams funeral which you carried out professionally but sympathetically, which we all needed for our beloved Son, Brother and Father. Respectfully. Kind Regards Pauline Wilkins. Pauline’s Mother.”

    Steven West, Alexandra West, Margarette Gatt, Wider family and friends.

    “Wayne and the team at Cooksley’s, We just want to thank you on behalf of myself, my wife, my mum and the wider family/friends for everything over the last few weeks, and with how things were done on Wednesday for my Brother’s funeral at Doddington Road Cemetery. I have had a lot of people say how impressed they were by you all on Wednesday. My Mum in particular was really complimentary of you all, and with how you all did things. So again, huge thanks from us all and we hope you all have a wonderful Christmas (and hopefully get some sort of rest/break! Kind regards Steven West, Alexandra West, Margarette Gatt, Wider family and friends.”

    With Best Regards Karen Abrams and Family.

    “To Jean, Wayne and Kevin. Thank you all. Jean you calmed my racing heart and mind when i first came with my Brother, with your kind calm voice. Wayne, you were always proffessional when i spoke to you on the phone, it made me feel my Dad was in good hands. And Kevin, proffessional too, and thank you for taking the photo’s that we were too upset to take. With best regards, Karen Abrams and Family.xx”

    Laura

    “I am emailing to offer our very sincere thanks to you all. From the night my Sister died, the the final moments of the funeral, you have all been wonderful. Most importantly, I absolutely know that Carolyn was treated with every dignity and respect. The funeral was exactly as we wanted, and we all appreciate the kindness, support and understanding in our raw and devastating grief and shock. Please know that we will always remember your service, which goes beyond anything we could have hoped for. Thank you all, Laura.”

    From Warren and the Family

    “The biggest Thanky you for making our hardest days that bit easier and for looking after Gillian/Mum. From Warren and the Family.”

    Dean and Tracey Baker

    “Dear Jean and the staff at Cooksley’s. On behalf of the family we would like to thank you all for your kindness and understanding during the whole process for Jamie, you have provided for us the most wonderful service and send off for Jamie and went above and beyond to help and deal with all our requests. The flowers and everything were perfect. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Thank you Wayne and Kevin. Dean and Tracey Baker.”

    On behalf of Sivasubramanian Uthayakumaran. His Daughters.

    “To Staff of Cooksleys Funeral Service. With your help we have completed our Dad’s funeral to our satisfaction. Thank you so much. Within a short time you have arranged everything. we really appreciate your help. On behalf of Sivasubramaniam Uthayakumaran. His Daughters.”

    Sharon, Mark, Aaron and Scott Priestley

    “Thankyou for the care you have shown us all at this sad time. The way you looked after John you made the whole situation a whole lot easier to bear. With gratitude. Love Sharon, Mark, Aaron and Scott Priestley.”

    Thankyou, Jo, Lucy and Emily Hearn

    “To Wayne and the team at Cooklsey’s. Thank you so much for looking after Nick Hearn we are all very impressed with the service you have provided and the care you have given. I hope we don’t have to come to you for a very long time, but if the worse happens we wouldn’t hesitate to go back to you.”

    Nikita, Dilan and Ramila

    “Dear Jean and Family. Thank you for everything you did for our Dad and for helping us to give him the perfect send off. We are eternally grateful to you. Love Nikita, Dilan and Ramila.”

    Alan

    “Thank you for all you have done for Barry and myself. Making David’s funeral very special and a fitting trubite to him. Very best regards Alan.”

    Allison, Hannah and Families

    “Thankyou so much for the wonderful services and support you have provided over the past month. You made a very difficult time much more easier to handle and process. Regards Allison, Hannah and Families.”

    Baby Oliver, Nicole, Max and Family

    “Thankyou for making an impossible situation effortless, your kindness will stay with us forever. Thankyou again Baby Oliver, Nicole, Max Family.”

    Maureen, Phil, Michelle and Jason

    “Thank you for all your kindness and support, fron the beginning to the end of the sad loss of David. Love from Maureen, Phil, Michelle and Jason.”

    Lewis Wright

    “Jean and Family. Just a short email to say thank you for making Wednesday such a lovely day to remember my Grandad. Jean, I wouldn’t have wanted anyone else doing the funeral other than you! Lewis Wright.”

    The Patel Family

    “The Cooksleys Team Thank you for your kindness and compassion. We are grateful to you for ensuring that our Grandma’s send off was just how she wanted. From the Patel family.”

    Clare and Martin Jaeger and

    “To Jean, Michael and Wayne. A big thankyou for your kindness, compassion and proffesionalism shown throughout the arranging, decision making and the funeral of Mum. Your advice and guidance made a difficult time easier to bear and for that we will be eternally greatful. Clare and Martin Jaeger and family.”

    Jean and John Metcalf, Shaun and Kerry Clements

    “Dear Wayne and Cooksley’s Thank you for the way in which you handled everything for us regarding Darren Walker. Kind Regards Jean and John Metcalf, Shaun and Kerry Clements.”

    Mick Allen

    “A big thank you to you and your team for a perfect send off for my wife Carole. the mother of our kids and a nanna to all our grand children. It was a very emotional time and you guys made it easy for all of us, much appreciation. Mick.”

    Carol Mundy and Family

    “Jean, Wayne, and all the team, I would just like to thank you for all you did following Pete’s death. You were all so kind and patient, looking after him so well and all of the family too. The Grandchildren said how comfortable they felt visiting the funeral parlour, as they were nervous but they are and glad they did see him. The funeral was so well organised and you managed all the ‘congregation’ so well. I don’t think for a minute Pete would have expected such a great turnout. Thanks also for your support to me – it meant a lot at such a difficult time, Best regards Carol Mundy and Family.”

    Moira and Robin Law

    “Dear Jean and Family. We would like to thankyou so much for Mum’s Funeral. The obstacles we had to overcome after her unexpected death were considerably eased by your professional and caring guidance. Together with all the practicalities and decisions to be me made, you gave us the confidence to proceed with our final goodbyes. Despite the awful arctic weather conditions, the funeral itself went without a hitch, and your recommendations for her casket and flowers were perfect. We would like to thank the pallbearers and you as honorary pallbearer for leading and prompting when required. Sue Homer was an excellent celebrant – we have thanked her individually. I felt it right to leave Mums ashes in the Rose Garden in Wellingborough as she loved and lost so many friends and relatives during that chapter in her life and know that she can now truly rest in peace.”

    Barbara

    “Just to say thank you to all of you for taking care of June and making the whole experience more bearable done with kindness and compassion. Thank you once again. Barbara. x ”

    Chris. Josie and Family

    “We would like to thank you for organising our Mum’s funeral (Janet Childs) in a most respectful and efficient way, from the start you have shown humility and attention to detail which has helped us through this difficult process. Once again, thanks to all of your staff. X. From Chris, Josie and Family. X.”

    Devani Family Northampton

    “Thank you so much, Wayne. You’ve brought so much peace to us as well as lightening our burden. Your guidance and positive nature has really helped us get through and when mum met you the first time, she knew you were the one whom we wanted to do this for us. My dad would have loved you and must be so pleased that you did his funeral stuff for us. Thank you again. I know that if ever I’m in need of a funeral director again, it’ll be you personally that I’ll call. Best wishes and god bless..Sonali Devani”

    Mrs Jane Richards

    “To Jean, Michael and Staff. Thank you all so very much for all your help and kindness with my husbands Douglas’ funeral on the 6th of May. Thank you all very much. Mrs Jane Richards.”

    Tracy and Scott Hodkin

    “To Jean and Staff. Thank you for all your help and taking care of Mamma. Love from Tracy and Scott Hodkin.”

    Kevin Everard

    “There is no greater stress in ones life than having to say goodbye and lay them to rest. At a time of grief, exhaustion and sadness, Wayne and co discreetly helped navigate the alien path of funeral organising and made a difficult time so much easier to handle by taking the reigns, sorting complexities and putting together a tailored service which was able to suits all competing needs and wishes. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for guiding me through the process, for being honest, open and accommodating and for being compassionate, sincere and approachable. Best wishes Kev.”

    Maureen and the Wills family

    “To Wayne and everyone at Cooksley’s. Thank you for everything you have done for us and Eric. Wayne you were so lovely and helpful at this sad time. Love Maureen and the Wills family.”

    Jospehine Cooke

    Dear Wayne, Thank you for all your help during these past few weeks. Your patience, your kindness and understanding is something we will always remember. On behalf of Kevin, and all members of the Everard family we are truly greatful for these aforementioned reasons and for the excellent service you provided. Yours Sincerely Jospehine Cooke

    Tina Colley

    “To Jean, I just wanted to take this opportunity in sending my heartfelt gratitude to you and in particular to Wayne for making the necessary arrangements for Guy Suddaby’s funeral. From the beginning, Wayne quickly put me at ease. I felt no pressure in determining and making decisions. Wayne was clear in his explanations of the options available, and was considerate and professional throughout. Wayne was also honest regarding the slow natural deterioration of Guy’s condition so that i did not have any false expectations, and i greatly appreciated the time i was able to spend with Guy while he rested with you. I felt that Wayne listened to me and understood my needs about Guy, and built up a picture about who Guy was. On the day of the funeral everything was perfect, and Wayne was immaculate and sincere. I cannot thank Wayne and Cooksley’s Independent Funeral Services enough, I greatly appreciate what you have all done. Kindest Regards, Tina Colley.”

    The Morawiak Family

    “Thank you very much for your help in this most difficult time. On Behalf of our family we wish tp thank you for your services. We appreciate your kind and thoughtful service. From The Morawiak Family”

    The Family of Brian Reeve

    “Thank you for all your help and guidance at a time whenwe really needed it. Your professional approach made it easier to handle and the friendliness from everyone was much appreciated. The Family of Brian Reeve.”

    Rosemary

    “Thankyou for helping me at a time when i really needed it. Rosemary x.”

    Yvonne

    “Dear Wayne. Following on from Locksley’s Service last Friday and his Interment this morning, I want you to know from the bottom of my heart how much I appreciate your thorough professionalism, but most importantly your humilty and kindness. You executed everything to the highest standard and I could not have asked for anything more. You truly made this part easy for me with your care and attention to detail as well as your gentleness and excellent listening skills and “can do” attitude. Thank-you Wayne. Warmest Regards Yvonne x”

    Pippa Ellson

    “May I take the opportunity to say thank you to you and your team for making everything run so smoothly and efficiently both yesterday and in the previous week. In what is a very emotional time, you helped to make a difficult process manageable for us all. Both Fraser and I appreciated this very much.”

    Duncan and Lisa

    “Dear Jean, just a little something to thank you and your team for the kind and respectful way that you have managed my brothers funeral arrangements. With your help, the day went as well as it possibly could. Many thanks Duncan and Lisa.”

    Rebekah

    “Wayne and all the staff at Cooksleys. I wanted to thank you all for the most amazing service, care and attention you gave me and my family during the funeral and internment of my brother Luke. The days were perfect in every way and the closeness of where Luke is compared to Mum and Dad was just amazing and I cannot thank you enough for all your efforts Wayne in making that possible. I will never forget the kindness I received from you when I first came to the funeral home and the journey to Luke’s house as you very kindly took me back whilst his car was being MOT’d. Kind regards and best wishes Rebekah.”

    Sushila Patel and Family

    “Dear Jean and family. Thank you so much for everything you have done for us. Your caring, sensitive and professional approach was very much appreciated. Many thanks from Sushila Patel and Family.”

    Martin, Tania and Family

    “To Jean and Family. Just want to say thankyou for all your support and kindness. Love from Martin, Tania and Family Winson.”

    Gill, Nikki and Simon

    “To Jean, Wayne and Michael. Many thanks for your help and comfort with John’s Funeral. Very kind regards. Gill, Nikki and Simon.”

    Jim

    “To Jean and Staff. Well done with Joan Hole’s Funeral Arrangements. Thank You Very Very Much! Kind Regards Jim.”

    Tina Robinson and Family of John Mason

    “Thank you for the care anad respect shown at my Dad’s funeral on 4th February. We appreciate your professionalism and compassion at these difficult times. Tina Robinson and Family of John Mason.”

    Paul Rose

    “Thank you you Jean and all the staff at Cooksley’s for looking after Sharon at this sad time. It was much appreciated. Paul Rose.”

    Jen and Gail

    “To Aunty Jean. Thank you for all your help, guidance, and friendship. Please stay well and stay in touch. Jen and Gail xx”

    Trish and The Cavaciuti Family

    “Dear Wayne, Jean and Team. Please may we thank you so very much for delivering such a lovely service for our Johnny. The global feedback has been outstanding. Many thanks again for your wonderful support. Warmest best wishes. From Trish and The Cavaciuti Family.”

    Carole J Blake

    “I would just like to thank everyone involved with the cremation of my Father Basil Dennis for the wonderful send off you gave him. Although short, it was everything I had wished for him, as I know he didn’t want a fuss, and was not a religious man.The service and attention I was given was everything that I expected, although I have had no previous experience of arranging a funeral. Please pass on my thanks to your staff, and if the time comes, in the future, I will of course be recommending your Company. Thank you all for making my life a lot easier, during a very difficult time. Stay safe and well. Best Regards. Carole J Blake .”

    Helen, Sam, Richard, Jonathan, Steve

    “Wayne and team at Cooksley’s. Just to say a massive thankyou to you all for your kindness and support through our loss of Dave. Warm wishes Helen, Sam, Richard, Jonathan and Steve.”

    Christine Gardiner

    “From the family of the late Frederick Gardiner. Thank you for your kindness and compassion. It will not be forgotten. Christine Gardiner.”

    Bob and Family

    “To Cooksley’s Thank you for a lovely service and everything you did. We couldn’t ask for anything better. From Bob and Family.”

    Zak Nelson and Family

    “Once again thank you for all your help at such a difficult time. I’d just like to say thank you. My ex-husband died at the end of August and my Son had to arrange the funeral, the kindness and compassion you have shown towards him was greatly appreciated. Zak was far too young to have to make the arrangements but as next of kin it did fall to him to do so. But with your guidance, it wasn’t such a burden. Zak Nelson and Family.”

    Colette

    “To Jean, thank you so much for the lovely service you done for Tom. You made him proud. Many thanks Colette.”

    Deon and Stuart – Parents of Kieran Roy Hudson-Brown

    “To Jean, Wayne and the team at Cooksley’s. Thankyou very much for looking after us whilst we were going through the sadness and the pain of sorting out our son’s funeral. Thankyou also for making him look his best on the day of his service and whilst he was in the Chapel of rest. You care and kind words and help will always be appreciated. From Deon and Stuart – Parents of Kieran Roy Hudson-Brown.”

    Derek Randall

    “Thankyou for the sensitive and expert manner in which your company performed in carrying out Maureen’s Funeral. It was much appreciated. Derek Randall.”

    Elaine and Andy Fletcher

    “To Jean and all at Cooksley’s. Thankyou for your excellent Service, especially in these trying times. From Elaine and Andy Fletcher.”

    Lynne, Tony, Curtis, Anthony and Ben

    “To everyone of the staff, you were all a big help. From Lynne, Tony, Curtis, Anthony and Ben.”

    Chancalbens Family

    “Dear Jean, Michael and Everyone at Cooksley’s. We wanted to express our utmost gratitude for delivering a very beautiful service for our beloved Mum adn Grandma Chanchalben Patel. We very much appreciated the time, effort and compassion you showed to help us through a very difficult time for our family. Thankyou for also looking after her ashes for a little longer and being patient with us whilst we planned to collect them during this Pandemic. You have all been wonderful. All our best wishes. From Chanchalben’s Family.”

    Pat, Simon, Zenita and Kai

    “To Wayne and the team. A small gift to say thank you for helping us through such a difficult time in our life. You were so kind and respectful to me, my family and to my Mum. We are truly greatful. Love from Pat, Simon, Zenita and Kai.”

    Patricia Janes

    “I would like to say thank you to your staff – especially Wayne – who have all been so kind and helpful, since collecting my husband Brian after he died unexpectedly on 30th June. Even though we chose a simple Cremation, due to family circumstances, everyone was treated with kindness and respect, and the fact that i could see Brian in the Chapel, brought me a great degree of peace. So once again many thanks. Yours Sincerely Patricia Janes.”

    David and Valerie Miller

    “We would like to pass on our heartfelt thanks for all your help and support in laying our dear daughter to rest on 12th June. Your wonderful Service and attention to detail was much appreciated at such a tragic time for us, our family and friends. With very best wishes David and Valerie Miller.”

    Kelly Rendle

    “Just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything you did for us for Dads funeral on Monday, you were all so kind and helpful. We will definitely be recommending you to anyone who needs your services.”

    Gillian Marsden and Family

    “Dear Mrs Cooksley. Just a quick note to say thank you to you and your team for the very discreetly managed funeral of my husband. Everything went seamlessly and we are delighted we heeded the advice of a friend who had used another local service, which had not reached the high standards of your own. We very much appreciated the efficient and considerate way you conducted Neville’s funeral. Thank you again. Yours sincerely Gillian Marsden and family.”

    Diana and Trevor Parker

    “Dear All. We would like to thank you, for the help and support you gave us on arranging Cyril’s Funeral. The Service was beautiful and everything was perfect. Thank you for your kindness and proffesionalism, at this sad time. With Regards, Diana and Trevor Parker.”

    Debbie and Andy

    “To Cooksley’s Funeral Services. Thank You for all your care and support shown for our Mums Funeral (Heather Vanstone) From Debbie and Andy.”

    The Stray and Holland Family

    “To Stevie, Michael, Wayne and Colleagues. Can’t thank you enough. from the Stray and Holland Family X.”

    Jenny, len and Family

    “Dear Jean, Michael and Family. We as a family thankyou for all your care and compassion in looking after Sally on her last journey. We are all very grateful for all of your support and kindness throughout this time. Yours sincerely Jenny, Len and Family.”

    Mrs Patel and Family

    “Jean and Michael. Thank you very much for everything and thank you for your support. We wish you all the best! Mrs Patel and Family”

    Mrs S Walker and Family

    “Just a card to say thank you for your kindness, and for doing the reading, which was left for the last minute and you kindly accomodated us by giving us extra time. The whole Cremation was beautiful and it was all down to you. Once again we thank you. Mrs S Walker and Family.”

    Colin and Sandra Dawson

    “Thank you so much for making things in respect of Mums Funeral arrangement, flow very smoothly and dignified. Much appreciated.”

    Hugh, Scott, Kerri-Ann and Kirsty

    “Jean, Wayne and Michael. Just a quick message to thank you all for making such a traumatic time a little easier. Love from Hugh, Scott, Kerri-Ann and Kirsty.”

    Carole Hickey and Family

    “To Jean, Wayne and the team. Thank you for your support and kindness during a very sad time. You made a difficult time easier for us. From Carole Hickey and Family.”

    Jenny

    “Wayne, Thank you for your understanding, comfort and support during this time i appreciated it. Thank you Michael as well. Jenny.”

    Leslie Cooper

    “We have not had a funeral in 50 years, there was 5 generations in our family, and this was the first. We were at a loss, and were directed to Cooksley’s. There are no words with which we can express our gratitude. Their amazing family and all members of their team acted with care and respect. Jean chatted with us and covered every aspect of the funeral, making a very stressful and sad occasion, a beautiful celebration of our mother’s life. On the day everything went to plan it was the most amazing celebration. The cost surprised us for all the extras they put in. It was truly amazing. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to Jean, Michael, Wayne and Kieran. Not that we want to use them too soon but their cards are with every member of the family. Definitely recommend their services.”

    Grace, Pat and Phil

    “Thank you for a lovely service of Ron Hickman on 27th February. Grace, Pat and Phil. Thanks”

    jackie and Family

    “Hi Cooksley’s Services. It’s Jackie Williams here. Just wanted to say a very big thank you for making sure that Glen had an amazing send off. I’m very pleased with the Service that you’ve produced, so again, a massive thank you. From Jackie and family. God Bless Always XXX”

    Claudette

    “”To all at Cooksley’s Funeral Services, thank you so much, the words may be small, but the sentiment is huge! All the best from Claudette.””

    Caroline Fox

    “”Shane had an amazing send off thanks to cookleys funerals they did a fantastic job . To ryon and the bikers .Karen and her friend for all the food Shane would be looking down and thanking everyone .I want to thank everybody who have been involved with Shane you have all been amazing xx.””

    Norah Garrett and all the family

    “”This is just a little note to thank you both very much and show our appreciation for your help at Lancum House on 22nd September. In allowing our Mum, Mrs Brooking to rest in peace with the funeral directors, instead of being taken to a Mortuary. We will be forever grateful for all your help which allowed us as a family, a great deal of comfort. Thank you both once again. Norah Garrett and all the family.””

    Sally

    “”To everyone at Cooksley’s. Thankyou for taking care of my Dad so well. The service you gave my Dad was beautiful, he would have loved it. Love Sally.””

    Sally-Marie French

    “”I’d like to say a huge thank you to all my dads friends and family that came today to give him a good send off, the bikers that shared his last ride the funeral directors Jean Sonia Cooksley for looking after him so well , and Sue Homer for the lovely service. You really do not know how truly grateful I am. Lots of love to you all xx oh and not forgetting the amazing flowers you did Kirsty Lawson.””

    Diane, Stuart and George

    “”To Jean thanking you for the beautiful care and funeral service, and being there for our family. Love Diane, Stuart and George.””

    Biren and Family

    “”Dear all at Cooksley’s, Can’t thank you enough for your amazing service and taking care of our Dad. Best wishes, Biren and Family.””

    The Johnson Family

    “”To Jean and Sonia, and all her lovely Men. Thank you, i’m thrilled and so are the family. Regards from Susan, Avril, Andrea, Angela, Andrew. Also all the Grandchildren.””

    Carl Smith

    “I would highly recommend Cooksley’s very professional kind caring and respectful. We used them for my mother in laws funeral recently and from the start they all showed a high level of respect and were very understanding as well as helpful during a very difficult time. I thank them from the bottom of my heart for all they did during this sad and difficult time.”

    Gill Desborough’s Family

    “To all at Cooksley’s. Thank you so much, and so very kind. Thanks Bunches! Lots of love from Gill Desborough’s.”

    Alison Kitchenside and Family

    “Thank you for helping us through the process from beginning to end. We were not prepared for Dave’s Death so having someone that was not only professional but also showed us much compassion to us was a great comfort. Please pass our thanks on to all of your staff that took care of Dave whilst he was with you. Yours, Alison Kitchenside and family.”

    Laura Best

    “”Thankyou for all of your help and support in the last two weeks. Your professionalism and empathy were reasurring and comforting to me and my family. Dad, Trevor, would have loved the service too. take care now. Laura Best.””

    Caroline Coombs and family

    “”I would like to say a great big thankyou to Jean and all the staff at cooksley’s that helped us through the sudden loss of our mum, they were there right from the start with their friendly professional services and I would truly recommend this amazing family business to anyone that needs these services thanks again lots of love Tracey Caroline Coombs and family.”” xxx

    Peter Desborough

    “”I would like to thank you for the support and service you have provided for my mums funeral today it was done so professionally and friendly I would recommend you to anybody thank you so much. Peter Desborough xxxx.””

    Steven Holland

    “”Would like to say a big thank u to this people who help me & the rest off the family to give John the funeral he deserves recommend you to anyone thanks u very much. Steven Holland.””

    Ken and Lesley and all of Lucy McAleese’s family

    “To Jean, Sonia, Michael and all the crew. A great big thank you to all of you for all your help and kindness. Thanks to you it all went smoothly and very dignified. With love from Ken and Lesley and all of Lucy McAleese’s family.”

    Lesley Ratcliffe

    “Today was a very sad day for all of Kens family, we had him mum’s funeral today. It proved that his mum was a wonderful person and was loved by everyone who knew her. A big thank you goes to Cooksley’s Funeral Services and to Peter Wyllie for their exptertise and all their help. Another thank you goes to the grandchildren who organised all the lovely food, and put on a beautiful spread in memory of their grandmother, and thanks for every one for coming. Thanks Ken.”

    Julia, Anita, and family

    “To Jean, Michael and all staff. Thank you so much for your proffessional and compassionate service for my Dad’s funeral. We will highly recommend you to anyone who is in need of your service. Thank you once again. Julia, Anita, and family.” x

    Philip, Ann, Shaun and Michael

    “Thank you for all your support and kindness. You have helped make this sad time a little easier and we really appreciate everything you have done.”

    Marika Hine

    “Just a line to thank you Jean, for all you did for us and Brian. To know he is at rest in his “Blanket” and that you look after him on “his day” We can’t thank you enough. You kept us up to date at every stage, that in itself was such a help to us, and me. The pain is still with me but we have to carry on. Thank you, Manika Hine. For Brian Dayne.”

    Sharon, Kevin, Keely, Ryan, Tiffany

    “To all at Cooksley’s. Thank you for everything. You have all been amazing and couldn’t of done this without you all. Love Sharon, Kevin, Keely, Ryan, Tiffany.”

    Doug, Sue & Brooke

    “To everyone at Cooksley’s. Would like to Thank You for such a lovely funeral for Joan Ansett. Doug, Sue and Brooke. Xx.”

    Leighton & Ness

    “Just wanted to thank you once again for your kindness, advice adn support in the last couple of weeks leading up to Sylvia’s funeral. Everything was lovely. Kind regards, Leighton and Ness.” x

    Ferrety Ruffett

    “I would recomend cooksleys to anyone the funeral they provided along with Cathy Kemp for my stepdad was nothing less than perfect from the viewings in the chapel of rest to the cars and professionalism of Jean and family when leaving with the coffin for the last journey everything was done with utmost respect. The family all said that the right choice was made. Thankyou all at cooksleys.” xx

    Paul & Margo & Family

    “To Jean, thank you so much for a wonderful service. You really are someone special. Love from Paul and Margo and Family.”

    Sue & Dawn

    “To all at Cooksley’s. Thank you for a wonderful service. Family and friends all commented on your professionalism on the Funeral of Ronald Baggett. Thank you everyone.” Sue and Dawn xx

    Dawn Ruffett

    “Couldn’t ask for more respect dignity these extemely profesional friendly people made my stepfathers funeral the send off he deserved, Cathy our humanist did an excelent job i would recomend this company to everyone! Thankyou so much” x

    John Foran

    “Just to say a big thank you from the family and I, the words and contents of the service were first class and seemed so appropriate, I have told my daughter that I am arranging my funeral in the near future with Cooksley Funeral Service, although not as expensive as Christine’s “an orange box will do” and she is to call upon your services to give me the send off when the time comes.”

    Garry and Family “To Jean and Sonia, thank you both very much for coming out to my house and helping us to sort out my Dad. Thank you very much Garry and Family.” x

    Laura and Garry

    “I would like to say a massive thankyou for your kindness and support throughout this sad moment in time. As a daughter of Garry Inskip, i would like to say a big thankyou yet again for all the help and support you all have given to my Dad and Nan. I’m happy to say you have given my Dad and Nan the best support and advice more than anyone else. We are proud that we have come to you, thankyou for being all ears to us Inskip’s and we are all certain Grandad will have the best send off he deserves.”

    Kelly

    “I just really wanted to say thank you to you all. Other than my kids my dad was the most precious thing to me in the world and I feel so much better having seen him today. I’m really glad I chose you to trust with such a big part of my life.Thank you so much for presenting him so well and for your help and support along the way. I’m really grateful. Kelly.”

    Laura Popa

    “I want to thank you very very much for my father in laws service. God bless all of you the words are not enough to explain. Thank you”.

    Parmar Family

    “Thanking you and your family for arranging such a lovely service for mum Bhikiben. And for Mr Kantilal Parmar. Can’t thank you enough from Tara, Hansa, Parmar family”.

    Joy Foley

    “Jean and Sonia Cooksley and Co gave my son David a fabulous funeral. Jean was sympathetic, kind, lovely, she understood what we wanted and put everything in place for us. The funeral was uplifting , filled with tears and laughter and Just what our “Didz” would have wanted. Highly recommended”

    Diane

    “Jean, Sonia and Michael. Thank you very much for the service you provided for Steve. Your companies proffessionalism and approach in all aspects at this painful time was brilliant from the initial contact, through to the end of the funeral. You managed it in a dignified and respectful manner. Thank you again. Diane.”

    Andy

    “To Jean, Sonia and all at Cooksley’s thank you for everything, these last few weeks. Mum had the most perfect send off yesterday, really couldn’t have gone any better. Andy.”

    Pamela, Jeanette & Family

    “Dear Jean and family. A heart-felt thanks for all your compassion, care and proffessionalism through our difficult time, of the loss of our beloved Clurus John, Husband, Father, Grandfather and Friend. From the first phone call to the final day, we were treated so well and made the preperation run smoothly. You also cared so well for Clurus, making him look so handsome on his final journey. The flowers also were so beautiful. Always be grateful. Love Pamela, Jeanette and Family.”

    Sheila & Claire Williams

    “To Jean and everyone at Cooksley’s. Thank you so much for your help, For Geoff’s funeral. Many thanks Sheila and Claire. Have a tipple on us!”

    Eileen & Denis Botwright & Family

    “Your interpretation of our wishes for Mum’s funeral were exactly right and helped to make a sad day brighter. Thank you again, Eileen and Denis.”

    Diane Whitney

    “Dear Jean. Thank you so much for all you and your excellent team did to make everything go so smoothly yesterday. Someone actually said to me it is the best funeral i’ve ever been to, i would certainly highly recommend Cooksley’s to anyone. A special thank you for the excellent arrangement and display of the photo’s which were put on screen. Many people said what a lovely touch it added to the service. Many thanks. Diane Whitney.”

    Tammy & Family

    “To everyone at Cooksley’s. You’re the best. Thank you so mcuch for helping give joshua the perfect send off. From Tammy and Family.”

    Brian Fernley & All The Family

    “To Jean and Sonia Cooksley. Thank you so much for a lovely funeral. I would particularly like to thank the two pall bearers who helped and encouraged the coffin bearer.”

    Joan Marie Stephenson Marie Family Son & Daughter In Law

    “Thank you for everything you have done. we will put your funeral services to other people. it was lovely. all the best. Mark and Linda Stephenson.”

    Biren & Patel Family

    “To Jean and all at Cooksley’s, with much appreciation. From Biren and Patel family.”

    Bev

    “To Jean and Sonia. Thank you for everything you have done, i appreciate it. Bev.”

    Maggie & Family

    “To everyone at Cooksley’s. Many thanks for everything you have done at my recent loss. You helped taking the worry and pressure away. Lots of love Maggie and family.”

    Mr & Mrs Lovelock

    “Dear Jean and Sonia thank you very much for your service for Kathleen today. It was very moving and sincere. thank you for your proffesionalism in the conduct of the total service. I am sure she would have been very proud. Mr and Mrs Lovelock.”

    The Patel Family

    “To Jean and family, thank you very much for all your help and support during this difficult time. we really appreciate your time and effort in making my aunt’s ceremony really special and something she would have been really happy with.”

    Peter Elliott & Cohen Wilson

    “We had so many lovely comments from our friends and family regarding the caring professional way Pat’s funeral was carried out. thank you.”

    Joe Stiller

    “A company we used for when my mum passed away. Very helpful and caring.”

    Tony Purcell

    “Lost my son August time…and I would like to thank cooksleys for looking after and taking amazing care of my son…such amazing people would highly recommend cookleys too anybody who has lost a loved one once again thank you so much to everyone at cookleys.” x

    Mandy Francis Barritt Pentelow

    “Very professional and caring couldnt of asked for more they went above and beyond to help the family at such a sad time thankyou all.” xxx

    Jenny Nanna’z O’Connor

    “Brilliant service ,lovely lovely people. Really glad I chose you to sort my big bros funeral you did a top job and can’t thank you enough for your support at such a hard time xxxx I give you ten stars.”

    Lisa Blount Richards

    “An absolute delight a very highly professional team. I was at a friends funeral at Olney Green Burial and the standard of the service was a true pleasure.Immaculate attire from the whole team and a professional deliverance.You have all done Cooksleys proud a five star service.”

    Vikki Kinnie

    “Hi I lost my Husband to bone cancer a few weeks ago, Cooksleys where there from the very moment he passed at home, they came out to collect David and where so respectful and gave us all the time we needed to say good bye. And remained respectful throughout. I can’t thank them enough. Also they had a lot of time for what my children wanted/needed. Can’t Thank you enough. Jean and her team where amazing.” Xxxx.

    Geoff, Sheila & Claire

    “Many thanks to cooksleys for there kindness for my husband Geoffrey Williams funeral they made a sad occasion bearable so professional and kind alsospecial thanks for bringing Geoff from Kettering such kindness sown by you all not forgetting Kim would recommend you thank you.” From geoffs family Sheila and claire x.

    Lisa

    “An absolute delight a very highly professional team. I was at a friends funeral at Olney Green Burial and the standard of the service was a true pleasure. Immaculate attire from the whole team and a professional deliverance. You have all done Cooksleys proud a five star service.”

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