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Independent Funeral Directors in Cheddar
As an independent family-run funeral director service established in 2006, we have built a reputation for delivering exceptional care and guidance during challenging times. Our team operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, providing unwavering support to families in Cheddar and surrounding areas. We are proud members of the British Institute of Funeral Directors (BIFD) and the Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF), ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards. Our qualified director, Mark Sheppard, offers expert advice and personalized arrangements tailored to exact requirements, whether conducted at our clients' homes or our dedicated premises. Our custom-built facility on Church Street features a chapel of rest equipped with modern amenities, allowing families to spend time with their loved ones in a dignified setting.

We maintain a fleet of executive vehicles, including a black Jaguar hearse, and provide traditional pallbearer services to uphold our commitment to respectful ceremonies. Our in-house florist, Suzanne, creates bespoke floral tributes, while our monumental masonry services offer a range of headstones and cremation tablets. Through Golden Charter Funeral Plans, we also assist clients in pre-planning funerals with financial security. Our comprehensive approach combines experience, empathy, and professionalism to navigate every step of the funeral process with sensitivity.
Services
Funeral Planning Florist Services Headstones Funeral Vehicles Chapel of Rest
Details
  • Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
  • We offer 24/7 availability for immediate support during emergencies.
  • Our qualified director provides personalized funeral arrangements tailored to exact requirements.
  • In-house florist creates bespoke floral tributes for meaningful memorials.
  • Custom-built premises include a chapel of rest with modern facilities.
  • Fleet of executive vehicles ensures dignified transportation for ceremonies.
Associations and certifications
  • British Institute of Funeral Directors (BIFD)
  • The National Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF)
Services
Funeral Planning
We assist clients in pre-arranging funerals through Golden Charter Funeral Plans, ensuring financial security and clarity for future needs. Our team provides expert guidance to create personalized plans that reflect individual wishes, offering peace of mind for families.
Funeral Vehicles
Our fleet includes a black Jaguar hearse and executive limousine, ensuring dignified transportation for funeral ceremonies. Vehicles are maintained to the highest standards, complementing the solemnity of the occasion while providing comfort for bereaved families.
Chapel of Rest
Our custom-built premises on Church Street feature a chapel of rest with modern facilities, allowing families to spend time with their loved ones in a serene environment. The space is designed to provide comfort and privacy during visitation.
Florist Services
Our in-house florist, Suzanne, creates bespoke floral tributes tailored to personal preferences. Clients can arrange consultations at home or our premises to design meaningful memorials that reflect the deceased's life and personality.
Headstones
We offer a range of monumental masonry, including headstones and cremation tablets. Our team provides expert guidance on selecting and designing memorials, ensuring lasting tributes that honor the deceased with dignity and care.
People
Mark Sheppard
Funeral Director
Mark Sheppard BA (Hons) Dip FD LMBIFD is a fully qualified and licensed funeral director with extensive experience in arranging personalized funerals. He provides professional guidance to clients while upholding the values of MJ Sheppard Funeral Directors.
Questions
What services does MJ Sheppard Funeral Directors offer?
We provide full funeral arrangements, pre-paid funeral plans, a chapel of rest, floral tributes, and monumental masonry. Our fleet includes executive vehicles for dignified transportation.
Are you available outside regular business hours?
Yes, we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to assist with emergencies and immediate needs.
Can I personalize my funeral arrangements?
Absolutely. Our team works closely with families to create personalized ceremonies, including bespoke floral tributes and memorial designs tailored to individual preferences.
Do you offer pre-planning options?
Yes, we partner with Golden Charter Funeral Plans to help clients pre-arrange and pre-pay funerals, ensuring clarity and financial security for families.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Cheddar and surrounding areas in Somerset, providing compassionate care to local families.
Reviews (1)
Tony Tone
Feb 20, 2021 Report
Please avoid. We were recommended M J Sheppard by a friend and couldn't have had a worse experience. We found the whole process very traumatising at an already sad point in our lives - M J Sheppard just made it even worse for the whole family.
Please, I urge you to look elsewhere, don't make the same mistake we did just because they are local and convenient. Do your research.