Heart of England Co-op Funerals

16/08/2025

Ernie our VW split screen campervan Hearse was chosen by a family simply because they had previously attended a Funeral Service where he had been the chosen Hearse and they thought he was a fantastic choice! Thanks to Heart of England Co-op Funerals for contacting us on behalf of this family for their loved one's Service at Stafford Crematorium.

16/08/2025

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing colleagues, friends, and partners for all your hard work at our annual Charity Car Wash last week - it was a sparkling success! 💚🧽

Because of your support (and everyone who donated), we raised an incredible £645 for Macmillan Cancer Support 🎗️☕🍰

You’ve helped make a real difference – and we couldn’t have done it without you! 🙌💚

31/07/2025

A beautiful way to say farewell 🕊

31/07/2025

Some lovely photos of our Nuneaton team helping to honour a gentleman’s final wish — a tractor hearse supplied by Clayton Motorcycle Funerals, accompanied by a beautiful floral tribute created by our florist, Bella Donna Flowers. It was a privilege to help create such a meaningful farewell. 🕊💙

30/07/2025

Since our partnership began in 2024, the Society has raised an incredible £30,000 for our Corporate Charity, Macmillan Cancer Support — helping support people living with cancer across Coventry and Warwickshire. 🙌

Jessica Zaremba, Relationship Fundraising Manager at Macmillan, says:
"Thank you, Heart of England Co-operative Society. Your continued dedication and passion are helping Macmillan do whatever it takes to ensure everyone with cancer in your trading area gets the best care — whoever they are and wherever they are."

A huge thank you to everyone who donated along the way — your support is making a real difference. 💚

30/07/2025

Today, we at Heart of England Co-op Funerals bid a solemn farewell to West Midlands true icon. Ozzy Osbourne’s influence reached far beyond music — he touched the lives of millions with his passion, presence, and originality.

As his funeral procession takes place, we hold his loved ones in our thoughts and offer our deepest condolences.

May he rest in peace. 🕊

23/07/2025

🚗💦 Suds, Smiles & Hampers!
We’re scrubbing up for a great cause at our Rugby Funeral Home Charity Car Wash (Only for £5!) 🧽

📅 Saturday 9th August | 🕘 9am–12:30pm | 📍 38 Bilton Road, Rugby
Come down, get your car gleaming, meet Cooper 🐻, and be in with a chance to win one of 3 hampers! (£1 for a raffle ticket)
All in support of Macmillan Cancer Support 💚

22/07/2025

From starting work experience at a local Co-op funeral home at just 13 years old to now stepping in as Acting President of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) — with the official title coming in September 2025 — Darryl Smith has had quite the journey.

Read the full blog to learn more about our General Manager of Funerals and his incredible career path.

Darryl Smith, our General Manager of Funerals has dedicated over 42 years in the funeral profession. He has previously served as National President for the Co-operative Funeral Service Managers Association and has been an active member of many National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) local a...

17/07/2025

Please leave a donation if desired to Alwyn’s tribute fund for Mary Ann Evans Hospice
Can we ask that you please share these details to ensure that as many of Alwyn’s friends are informed of her passing and the arrangements for her funeral.

Dedicated to the memory of Alwyn Livinia Watson

16/07/2025

A beautiful way to say goodbye to your loved one. 🕊

We recently had the honour of leading an ‘Only Fools and Hearse’ themed funeral for a family at our Foleshill Road funeral home.

It was a truly personal and heartfelt farewell, and we were privileged to help bring their wishes to life. 🕊️💐

The service was led by our Funeral Director, Georgette, and supported by our dedicated Funeral Service Operatives, who cared for the family with professionalism and compassion.
Only Fools and Hearses

04/07/2025

Such a beautiful farewell 🕊️

When it comes to personalising funerals, we pay close attention to every detail to make yours or your loved one’s farewell truly special and unique. 🙌

Monty went out to serve on the Funeral of a Parachute Regiment Veteran, where Heart of England Co-op Funerals requested on behalf of the family that the TV screen on Monty's deck was used to display the photo of the gentleman we were honoring and the external speakers played the march of his former regiment, through his guard of honour to his final resting place at Marston Lane Cemetery.

The expanse of glass along Monty's large deck and glass roof allowed the sun to shine in on the display of Medals and Regiment flag placed upon the coffin. Pictured are the Bugler and Bagpiper who also proudly played their parts within the Funeral Service.

11/03/2025

Please leave a donation if desired to Raymond's tribute fund for Cancer Research UK

Can we ask that you please share these details to ensure that as many of Raymond's friends are informed of his passing and the arrangements for his funeral

Dedicated to the memory of Raymond William Bailey

11/03/2025

Please leave a donation if desired to Elizabeth's tribute fund for Alzheimer's Research UK

Can we ask that you please share these details to ensure that as many of Elizabeth's friends are informed of her passing and the arrangements for her funeral

Dedicated to the memory of Elizabeth Wale

10/03/2025

Please leave a donation if desired to Hazel's tribute fund for Nuneaton & Warwickshire Wildlife Sanctuary

Can we ask that you please share these details to ensure that as many of Hazel's friends are informed of her passing and the arrangements for her funeral

Dedicated to the memory of Hazel Sylvia Rea

10/03/2025

Please leave a donation if desired to Nicholas's tribute fund for Acorns Children's Hospice and Coventry City FC

Can we ask that you please share these details to ensure that as many of Nicholas's friends are informed of his passing and the arrangements for his funeral

Dedicated to the memory of Nicholas Edward Newbold

10/03/2025

Please leave a donation if desired to Barry's tribute fund for Stroke Association

Can we ask that you please share these details to ensure that as many of Barry's friends are informed of his passing and the arrangements for his funeral

Dedicated to the memory of Barry James Marshall

05/03/2025

Can we ask that you please share these details to ensure that as many of Clara's friends are informed of her passing and the arrangements for her funeral

Dedicated to the memory of Clara Jean Harris

05/03/2025

Please leave a donation if desired to Kathy's tribute fund for Dogs Trust

Can we ask that you please share these details to ensure that as many of Kathy's friends are informed of her passing and the arrangements for her funeral

Dedicated to the memory of Katherine Jane Hunt

04/03/2025

Please leave a donation if desired to Woody's tribute fund for Coventry, Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind

Can we ask that you please share these details to ensure that as many of Woody's friends are informed of his passing and the arrangements for his funeral

Dedicated to the memory of Michael

28/02/2025

Our Nuneaton funeral home received a lovely card and biscuits from a thoughtful client family.

Well done to Geneva and the rest of our Nuneaton team for providing impeccable client service 👏

27/02/2025

Please leave a donation if desired to Sandra's tribute fund for Mary Ann Evans Hospice

Can we ask that you please share these details to ensure that as many of Sandra's friends are informed of her passing and the arrangements for her funeral

Dedicated to the memory of Sandra Joan Bateman