Gordon Barber Funeral Directors
Dereham
Our Dereham Funeral Directors
43 Norwich Road, Dereham, NR20 3AS
Lines open 24 hours a day
About our Dereham funeral home
At Gordon Barber Funeral Directors in Dereham, we take pride in supporting our local community. Located on Norwich Road, we are easily accessible from Toftwood, Yaxham and Swanton Morley.
We understand that when a loved one has passed away organising a funeral can seem daunting. We are here to help you and your family, and to ensure your loved one’s farewell reflects their life in a dignified and memorable way.
With over 60 years of experience, we provide all kinds of funerals including traditional, religious or contemporary ceremonies. This means your wishes will be carefully listened to and all the details are taken care of. We will guide you every step of the way, ensuring you are comfortable and happy with the arrangements made.
We have a chapel of rest for you and your family to spend time with your loved one before the day and a large meeting room if you need it. Furthermore, we are available 24 hours a day for support, guidance or just someone to talk to.
What we offer
- Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
- Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
- Local expertise and knowledge
- Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
- Funeral services of all faiths and cultures
- Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
- Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
- Memorials and tributes
- Prepaid funeral plans
Meet our team
Our dedicated team are paramount to the quality of care and service we are proud to provide. Many of our colleagues have been with us at Gordon Barber for over 10 years, with several reaching 20 & 30 years of service. The values and contributions of our founding family remain at the heart of all that we do. Our high-performing team are hand-picked for their care and passion for helping people. They conduct every aspect of their roles with kindness, compassion and professionalism.
To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 01362 700505 today.
Funeral Services with distinction
We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UKs finest funeral directors, with each and every one committed to setting superior standards.
Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.
Our services
With two packages available, we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.
If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.
View our Standardised Price List, Additional Options Price List and Crematoria Price List.
The Attended Funeral
The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.
- The Attended Funeral£2695
- (includes our Park Coffin)-
- Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister£1329
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£4024
The Unattended Funeral
The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.
- The Unattended Funeral£1495
- (includes our Park Coffin)-
- (Includes cost of cremation)-
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£1495
Memorials
Commemorate your loved one's life with a Memorial to keep their memory alive. Choose from a variety of options, from headstones, urns to memorial plaques, vases, benches, statues, jewellery, and more, allowing you to create something special that reflects their life, love, and cherished memories.
Where to find us
Contact
Speak to our team 24 hours a day on 01362 700505
Our Address
43 Norwich Road, Dereham, NR20 3AS
Get DirectionsFuneral home opening times
- Monday0900 - 1700
- Tuesday0900 - 1700
- Wednesday0900 - 1700
- Thursday0900 - 1700
- Friday0900 - 1700
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Directions and parking
We are located next to the Fire Station on Norwich Road. There is parking available in front of our funeral home.
01362 700505Supporting you along the way
We understand that there is a lot to think about, so if you do need assistance with your loved one's funeral arrangements, our funeral experts will offer you all the support you need.
What to do when someone dies
It’s perfectly normal to be unsure of what you need to do following the death of a loved one. These step-by-step guides will carefully explain everything you need to when someone dies, helping you through each stage of the process.
Planning a funeral
Our guides on planning a funeral will ensure your loved one's send off is a personal and unique celebration of their life. We will explain how our Funeral Directors will help you plan a funeral service and support you at every stage.
The day of the funeral
This guide will explain what happens at a funeral; including the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service and the wake. We will be here to help you through every step of the journey.
Frequently asked questions
When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.
You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.
Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.
If you choose to arrange the funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. We will set it up for you using the details discussed during the arrangements. All we need is an email address.
Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.
From 9 September 2024, there will no longer be a doctor's fee in England and Wales when arranging a funeral. This is because from this date, all deaths in England and Wales will be independently viewed, either by a relevant coroner or by a Medical Examiner and the cost will be met by the NHS.
A Medical Examiner is a specifically trained independent senior doctor who will scrutinise all deaths across a local area that do not fall under the coroner's jurisdiction. By providing a greater level of scrutiny over the cause of deaths; it is hoped that the introduction of Medical Examiners will make it less likely that unnatural causes of death will go unnoticed; that the number of deaths unnecessarily referred to the coroner will be reduced and that national data about causes of death will be captured with greater accuracy.
Medical Examiners, or Medical Examiner Officers, will also be available to meet with families, or their representatives, if they wish to discuss the cause of death.
Our reviews
Mr Mark G.
31st Mar 2023
Gordon Barber provided a caring and compassionate service at a sensitive time. Aletia was very kind and helpful and ensured things went smoothly. Staff on the day of the funeral were respectful and dignified and people commented how well the day had gone.
3rd Apr 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. Our whole team are here to give you the utmost compassion and support to each and every client and I am glad they did this for you.
Mrs Teresa T.
30th Jan 2023
Julia, Aletia and colleagues were helpful, kind and knowledgeable they gave me confidence that everything would go well and all of their recommendations from flowers and choosing a Celebrant were excellent. On the day of the service Malcolm the Funeral Director was very reassuring and kind. All of these lovely people helped to make my Dad’s send off a beautiful occasion.
Gordon Barber Funeral Directors
30th Jan 2023
We always appreciate receiving comments, it enables us to provide the right care for each family. Thank you for your lovely review.
Mrs Denise E.
10th Jan 2023
I found all staff very caring and considerate. They thought of absolutely everything to make things easier for us. Nothing was too much trouble. I highly recommend Gordon Barber.
Gordon Barber Funeral Directors
10th Jan 2023
We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience online with us. It helps other families in their time of need. Our whole team are here to give you the utmost compassion and support to each and every client and I am glad they did this for you
Heather Reynolds
18th Dec 2022
Excellent and thoughtful care at such a sad time.
19th Dec 2022
Thank you for your online review. I am pleased it all went well for you and the family.
Mr Joseph M.
30th Aug 2022
Everyone was very helpful and always on hand to assist when needed.
Gordon Barber Funeral Directors
30th Aug 2022
I am pleased that we were able to look after you and your family at this difficult time.
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