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Your Trusted Funeral Service in Leeds
At Wm. Dodgson & Son, we have been supporting local families during challenging times since 1842. Founded in Leeds, our business has been family-run for five generations, with branches across Harehills, Halton, Middleton Park, Moortown, and Kippax, collectively serving communities for over 175 years. Our dedicated teams provide expert guidance at every stage of funeral planning, offering sign language services and arranging personalized ceremonies that reflect individual lives. We also provide prepaid funeral plans to ease future burdens. Available 24/7 via phone or branch visits, we ensure compassionate support whenever needed. 
Services
Cremations
Burials
Green Funerals
Prepaid Plans
Memorial Masonry
Floral Tributes
Ashes Keepsakes
Repatriation
Unattended Cremation
Funeral Stationery
Highlights and features
- We offer over 180 years of experience in compassionate funeral care.
- Our teams provide 24/7 availability for urgent assistance.
- We arrange personalized funerals reflecting individual lives and beliefs.
- Sign language services ensure accessibility for all families.
- Prepaid funeral plans offer peace of mind for future arrangements.
Services
Cremations
Cremation services include chapel ceremonies, religious or non-religious rites, and post-cremation ash handling. We coordinate with crematoriums to ensure timely returns of ashes and offer guidance on memorial options. Our team tailors each service to reflect personal wishes.
Burials
Burial services encompass plot selection, grave reopening, and chapel or graveside ceremonies. We assist with cemetery coordination, family plot reservations, and personalized committal services, ensuring adherence to cultural or religious traditions.
Prepaid Plans
Prepaid funeral plans allow advance arrangements to ease future burdens. Plans cover service costs, protect against inflation, and ensure your wishes are honored. We provide transparent pricing and flexible payment options.
Memorial Masonry
Memorial masonry includes headstone design, inscription updates, and restoration of existing memorials. We offer durable materials and personalized engravings to create lasting tributes that honor individual legacies.
Floral Tributes
Custom floral tributes, including sprays, wreaths, and casket sprays, are crafted to reflect personal tastes. Our designs incorporate seasonal blooms and symbolic elements to celebrate the deceased's life and preferences.
People
Martin J Dodgson
Consultant
Fifth-generation family member and consultant, Martin J Dodgson upholds the business's legacy. He ensures adherence to the family's principles while engaging in public relations and conducting select funerals.
Wendy Ambler
Area Development Manager
With over a decade at Wm Dodgson, Wendy Ambler leads development initiatives. She emphasizes quality standards and community engagement, balancing professional dedication with family and local interests.
David Calder
Funeral Director
David Calder combines psychology and theology expertise with compassionate service. His background in community projects and diverse roles ensures empathetic support for families during bereavement.
Questions
What types of funerals do you offer?
We provide cremations, burials, green funerals, unattended cremations, and repatriation services, all tailored to personal preferences.
Can I plan a funeral in advance?
Yes, our prepaid Choice Funeral Plans let you arrange and pay for services ahead of time, ensuring your wishes are honored.
Are your services available outside regular hours?
We offer 24/7 support via phone and branch visits for urgent needs or home arrangements.
How can I personalize a funeral?
Personalization options include floral tributes, memorial masonry, bespoke coffin choices, and customized service venues.
Do you assist with cemetery plot purchases?
Yes, we can arrange burial plots, reopen family graves, and coordinate with local authorities for multiple plot reservations.
Reviews (5)
Michael Goodhand
Dec 08, 2021
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A thoroughly professional service from our first phone call to the funeral itself. Andy dealt with the admin in a very efficient manner and his suggestions for flowers, music were very welcome. I would definitely recommend Dodgson's.
Teigan Howson
Oct 27, 2021
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We would just like to say a massive thank you for everything that W.M Dodgson & Son Funeral services have done to make our family feel at ease every step of the way. For taking great care of our loved one Tony Howson. The service you have provided from start to finish has been impeccable and thats just how he would of wanted it. A sincere thanks from all our family to especially Andy at the Moortown branch as he has made us feel at ease all the way through our difficult time and any questions we had Andy dealt quickly and compassionately to put our minds at rest. We wanted him
Mark Jones
Oct 15, 2021
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Had never heard of Wm Dodgson until I had to contact them when Mum passed away suddenly. From initial call through to cremation, all members of staff were amazing. I have to single Andy out at Moortown who was caring, compassionate and always available for help, advice and just someone to chat with during a difficult time. You are a special person.
Wm Dodgson don't just provide a service, they go above and beyond and on behalf of the entire family you have our sincere thanks and gratitude.
Wm Dodgson don't just provide a service, they go above and beyond and on behalf of the entire family you have our sincere thanks and gratitude.
Andrew Riley
Sep 17, 2021
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Funeral of our mum Mrs Jean Riley. Very efficient, obviously a well-oiled machine. Staff at Moortown were courteous and respectful, everything went to plan including the timings, late changes were no problem at all, everything we asked for was provided. Would recommend this firm to anyone.
Nicola Chance
Mar 29, 2021
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I can't recommend Wm. Dodgson & Son Funeral Services enough. They were very respectful and helpful, offering lots of guidance and keeping everything as personal as possible. Geoff, David and the team made everything so easy - the funeral day couldn't have gone any better as it was so well organised and they listened to everything that we wanted. A really lovely, moving and special tribute - which is exactly what we wanted.
