A. Slater & Sons

A. Slater & Sons A. Slater & Sons has been providing funerals to families in the Uttoxeter and Ashbourne areas for over 110 years.
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We are the only independent funeral directors in Uttoxeter & pride ourselves on providing our service to many generations of the same family.

Some people choose to speak with us long before they ever need our services.For many, having a quiet conversation ahead ...
04/02/2026

Some people choose to speak with us long before they ever need our services.

For many, having a quiet conversation ahead of time can bring peace of mind — both for themselves and for the people they love. It offers reassurance, clarity, and the comfort of knowing that wishes have been shared and understood.

If you ever feel ready to talk, even just to ask a question or explore your options, we’re here. There’s no pressure and no obligation — just calm guidance, whenever you need it.

You’re very welcome to reach out in whatever way feels right for you.

As we step into February, a month often associated with love, it can bring mixed emotions for those who are grieving 🤍Lo...
02/02/2026

As we step into February, a month often associated with love, it can bring mixed emotions for those who are grieving 🤍

Love doesn’t end when someone dies. It continues — in memories, in routines, in the quiet moments when someone is missed the most. Grief is often described as love with nowhere to go, and February can gently remind us just how deep that love still runs.

Whether you’re remembering a partner, a parent, a grandparent, a friend, or someone who shaped your life in ways big or small, please know there is no right way to feel. However love shows up for you this month — softly, painfully, or unexpectedly — it is valid.

As always, we’re here to offer support, compassion, and a listening ear whenever it’s needed.

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A Slater & Sons Funeral Directors
Uttoxeter Office: 01889 564 086
Ashbourne Office: 01335 345 120
Email: info@aslaterandsons.co.uk
Website: www.aslaterandsons.co.uk

What’s the difference between a Humanist, a Celebrant, and a Minister?Families often ask us about the different people w...
31/01/2026

What’s the difference between a Humanist, a Celebrant, and a Minister?

Families often ask us about the different people who can lead a funeral service, so we thought we’d break it down simply 🤍

🔹 Minister
A minister leads a religious service. This is usually connected to a specific faith, such as Christianity, and may include prayers, hymns, readings from scripture, and religious beliefs about life and death.

🔹 Humanist
A humanist funeral is non-religious. It focuses entirely on the life, personality, and values of the person who has died, without any reference to religion or spirituality. Humanist services are personal, reflective, and centred on human connection and memories.

🔹 Celebrant
A celebrant offers a flexible, personalised service. Celebrant-led funerals can be non-religious or gently spiritual (but not tied to a specific faith). They often include stories, poems, music, and rituals chosen by the family to truly reflect their loved one.

There’s no right or wrong choice — only what feels right for you and the person you’re remembering. We’re always here to talk through the options and support you in creating a meaningful farewell.

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Meet the Team 🎩 Meet Donna — our dedicated Funeral Director here at A Slater & Sons Funeral Directors.Donna was raised i...
29/01/2026

Meet the Team 🎩

Meet Donna — our dedicated Funeral Director here at A Slater & Sons Funeral Directors.

Donna was raised in funeral profession by John Slater himself, the original owner of our family business. She learned firsthand from John and the family what it meant to look after families with dignity, compassion and respect — and it’s a standard she carries into her work every single day.

Donna’s passion and commitment to her role is admirable to us all. Whether supporting families through arrangements or caring for a loved one in our care, Donna treats every person as if they were her own family. That level of care isn’t taught — it’s part of who she is.

Before joining the funeral profession, Donna worked with vulnerable children with learning difficulties and disabilities. The patience, empathy and communication skills required in that role helped shape her into the remarkable funeral director she is today.

We are incredibly proud to have Donna at the heart of our team.

Thank you Donna, for everything you do! 🎩

As we enter the last week of January, the days are beginning to stretch a little longer and a little more light is retur...
26/01/2026

As we enter the last week of January, the days are beginning to stretch a little longer and a little more light is returning after the darker season.

Grief can feel similar. It moves differently throughout the year, and for many, winter can make absence feel sharper and memories sit a little closer to the surface. As the days begin to brighten, we hold in mind those who are navigating grief in their own time and in their own way.

To the families who have entrusted us with their loved ones through these darker months, thank you. It is a honour and a priviledge we never take for granted.

As we step into February, our commitment remains the same; to support our community with dignity, compassion and care.

We’d like to give a heartfelt thank you to Alice Millward, who crochets heart shaped keepsakes for the families who visi...
20/01/2026

We’d like to give a heartfelt thank you to Alice Millward, who crochets heart shaped keepsakes for the families who visit their loved ones in our chapel of rest.

Alice donates these hearts in memory of her mum, Dawn Millward, who we had the honour of caring for in November 2024.
When Dawn passed away, it was sudden and a shock to us all. Her name now lives on through bringing comfort to other families going through grief.

Because of Alice, families visiting our chapel have the opportunity to place a heart with their loved one, and to take the matching heart home to keep, as each heart is part of a pair.
A small but meaningful way to stay connected.

We now have a special area in the chapel where families can help themselves, in Dawn’s memory.

Thank you Alice for being so kind and thoughtful. It brings comfort more than words can say.

💜💛🧡❤️🩷💙💚

FaulknerJohn‘Lofty’Sadly passed away on the 7th January 2026Aged 77 Years.Beloved Husband of PatDevoted Dad to Sally and...
20/01/2026

Faulkner
John
‘Lofty’
Sadly passed away on the 7th January 2026
Aged 77 Years.
Beloved Husband of Pat
Devoted Dad to Sally and Liz
and Grandad to Lily and Albie.
Dear Brother and Brother-in-law
Funeral Service to be held at
St Peter’s Church, Alton
On Wednesday 4th February 2026 at 11am
Followed by a burial in the cemetery
Family flowers only please, any donations
gratefully received will be given to
The British Heart Foundation, The Red Cross and
Cancer Research UK
c/o A Slater & Sons, 66a High Street,
Uttoxeter, ST14 7JD
01889 564086 www.aslaterandsons.co.uk

If anyone is available to es**rt John on his last ride please follow link below .

https://facebook.com/events/s/uttoxeter-st147nb-last-ride-fo/865269392965408/

In Loving Memory ofArthur CLAYTONPassed away peacefully on the 8th January 2026Aged 78 Years Beloved husband of LindaDea...
20/01/2026

In Loving Memory of
Arthur CLAYTON

Passed away peacefully on the 8th January 2026
Aged 78 Years

Beloved husband of Linda
Dear dad to Steven & Jo
Cherished grandad to Ben, Meg & Emmie

Funeral Service to be held at Markeaton Crematorium on
Monday 2nd February 2026 at 13:30

Family flowers only please, any donations
gratefully received will be given to
Parkinsons UK, for research purposes.

c/o A Slater & Sons,
37-39 Compton, Ashbourne, DE6 1BX
01335 345 120

NoneleyDorothy Jean‘Dot’Passed away peacefully on the 4th January 2026Aged 80 Years.Beloved partner of the late Derek.De...
19/01/2026

Noneley
Dorothy Jean
‘Dot’
Passed away peacefully on the 4th January 2026
Aged 80 Years.
Beloved partner of the late Derek.
Dear sister to Arthur, Brian, Elizabeth
and the late Gillian.
A much loved Auntie and special friend to many
Funeral Service and burial to be held at
St Cuthbert’s Church Doveridge
on Wednesday 28th January 2026 at 11am
Family flowers only please, any donations
gratefully received will be given to
Parkinson’s UK
c/o 37-39 Compton, Ashbourne, DE6 1BX
01335 345120 www.aslaterandsons.co.uk

DixonJames Briggs‘Jim’Passed away peacefully on the 22th December 2025Aged 82 Years.Beloved husband of Pat.Dear dad to S...
08/01/2026

Dixon
James Briggs
‘Jim’
Passed away peacefully on the 22th December 2025
Aged 82 Years.
Beloved husband of Pat.
Dear dad to Sam, Chris and Phil
Much loved Grandji to Jack, Charlie, Millie, Harry, Jai
and Liam
Funeral Service to be held at
Stafford Crematorium
on Monday 19th January 2026 at 1pm
Family flowers only please, any donations
gratefully received will be given to
Cancer Research UK and Epilepsy Action
c/o A. Slater & Sons, 66a High Street, Uttoxeter, ST14
7JD
01889 564086
www.aslaterandsons.co.uk

📢 We’re Hiring – Casual StaffWe are a family run business looking for caring, empathetic people to join our small team.T...
22/12/2025

📢 We’re Hiring – Casual Staff
We are a family run business looking for caring, empathetic people to join our small team.

The Role Includes:
- Bringing deceased loved ones into our care
- To be available for call outs during unsociable hours, (ie night time, bank holidays, festive periods and weekends).
- Manual handling
- Driving

Requirements:
- Full, clean UK driving licence
- Caring, professional manner with good communication skills
- Must be flexible with availability

Training will be provided
Apply now by sending your CV to:
info@aslaterandsons.co.uk
or call us on 01335 345 120

MorrisReeva After a courageous battle Reeva passed away peacefully at homeon the 8th...
22/12/2025

Morris
Reeva

After a courageous battle Reeva passed away peacefully at home
on the 8th December 2025
Aged 74 Years

Beloved mum of Richard
and mother-in-law to Becky
Dear nana to Ethan and sister to Sue, Jenny and Edward
and a special friend to many

Funeral service and burial will take place at
All Saints Church, Muggington
On Monday 5th January 2026
At 11am

Family flowers only please,
Any donations online will be gratefully received by Macmillan Cancer Support
Any donations on the day of the funeral
will be distributed to local cancer charities

c/o A. Slater & Sons, 37-39 Compton, Ashbourne,
DE6 1DX 01335 345120 www.aslaterandsons.co.uk

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66a High Street
Uttoxeter
ST147

Telephone

+441889564086

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