Business Details
36 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Funeral Services in Braintree, Essex
Founded in 1990, Paul J King Funeral Directors is an independent family-run business serving communities across Essex. Our commitment lies in providing compassionate, professional, and worry-free funeral services tailored to individual needs. With offices in Braintree, Burnham-on-Crouch, Chelmsford, Hullbridge, Maldon, and South Woodham Ferrers, we prioritise personal care over corporate targets. Our team of experienced professionals listens attentively to families, offering guidance through organisational tasks during bereavement. We accommodate home visits for funeral arrangements and provide access to Chapels of Rest at all locations.Our services extend beyond funerals to include monumental masonry and ongoing bereavement support groups. As active members of local communities, we combine decades of industry expertise with a deep understanding of regional needs. Our accreditation with the Financial Conduct Authority and affiliations with professional organisations underscore our commitment to regulatory compliance. Through continuous investment in staff training and facilities, we maintain high standards of service excellence while preserving our family-owned ethos.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Bereavement Support
Monumental Masonry
Transportation Services
24/7 Emergency Assistance
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- Independent family firm since 1990 with local community knowledge
- 24/7 availability for immediate support and emergency services
- Experienced team with specialist qualifications in funeral directing
- Free bereavement support groups facilitated by trained professionals
- FCA-registered funeral plan provider with transparent pricing
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
Utmost kindness and compassion
Personal service and care
Handled with care and dignity
Nothing was too much trouble
Professional and caring service
Services
Funeral Arrangements
We provide comprehensive funeral planning services tailored to individual preferences and cultural requirements. Our experienced arrangers guide families through every decision, from venue selection to transportation logistics. With 24/7 availability, we handle all administrative tasks and coordinate with third-party providers to ensure seamless execution of both attended and unattended funerals.
Bereavement Support
Our professionally trained counsellors offer ongoing emotional support through weekly group sessions and individual consultations. We facilitate peer support networks and provide access to specialist resources including GriefChat's online counselling service. Our support extends beyond funeral day to help individuals navigate the grieving process at their own pace.
Monumental Masonry
We create bespoke memorials with full client involvement in design and material selection. Our BRAMM-registered installers ensure safe, permanent placement of headstones and plaques in cemeteries, churchyards, or private gardens. Clients can view production processes at our supplier's facility, with options for custom engravings and memorial maintenance services.
Transportation Services
Our fleet of modern funeral vehicles provides dignified transportation for deceased persons within the UK and internationally. We handle all logistics for repatriation cases, including necessary documentation and coordination with overseas authorities. Families may choose from various coffin presentation options for funeral processions.
24/7 Emergency Assistance
We offer immediate response for deaths occurring at any time through our dedicated helpline. Our team coordinates with medical professionals to obtain necessary documentation and arrange collection of the deceased. This service includes guidance on next steps and provisional arrangements pending formal instructions.
People
Paul J King
Managing Director
Founder of Paul J King Funeral Directors since 1990 with extensive industry leadership experience. Holds multiple professional affiliations and community roles, including Director of The Chelmsford Club. Recognised for excellence in funeral service provision and community engagement.
Margaret Bone
Company Director and Secretary
Qualified funeral director and bereavement counsellor with over two decades of service. Specialises in funeral administration and leads weekly support groups. Holds academic qualifications in funeral services and maintains professional certifications from industry bodies.
Corinne Cadey
Company Director
Non-family board member with comprehensive sector experience since 2006. Holds embalming and funeral directing diplomas. Focuses on business development while maintaining hands-on involvement in client service delivery.
Martin Holden
Funeral Arranger
Experienced funeral professional with two decades of service. Combines administrative expertise with ceremonial conduct. Holds foundation certification in funeral service and serves multiple branch locations.
Lesley Nottage
Funeral Arranger
Decade-long team member with nursing background. Provides compassionate support to bereaved families while managing administrative requirements. Active in community engagement and client education initiatives.
Questions
What services do you offer for funeral arrangements?
We provide full-service funeral planning including venue coordination, transportation logistics, documentation handling, and personalised ceremony options. Our team supports both attended and unattended funerals with flexible arrangements.
How can I access bereavement support?
We offer weekly support groups in South Woodham Ferrers and Burnham-on-Crouch, plus online GriefChat counselling. Our trained counsellors provide ongoing emotional support to all bereaved individuals regardless of service usage.
Do you handle emergency funeral arrangements?
Yes, our 24/7 service manages urgent cases including death certification coordination, immediate transportation, and provisional arrangements for families requiring immediate assistance at any hour.
Can you assist with memorial stone selection?
We provide bespoke memorial design services with client involvement throughout production. Our BRAMM-registered installers ensure safe placement of headstones in preferred locations with full design consultation.
Are your funeral plans pre-paid or insurance-based?
We offer FCA-registered pre-paid funeral plans and accept insurance policy assignments. Our financial options ensure cost certainty while maintaining flexibility for families managing funeral expenses.
Do you serve areas outside Essex?
While primarily serving Essex, we handle repatriation cases nationwide and internationally. Our team coordinates all logistics for transporting deceased persons across the UK and overseas.
Reviews (2)
Sally C.
Jul 01, 2018
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Absolutely wonderful staff that made a very difficult time better. They went beyond their duties in order for the day to run smoothly. They were also very kind, understanding & patient which is so important during such a sad occasion. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Paul King - Just wish I could've added more stars!
Graham Rhodes
Jun 12, 2016
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When i sadley lost my dad we used paul j kind and from start to finish there was no pushy stuff they we all kind and careing from the lake at the office desk the the drivers the cars where all stunning they made our hard day and my fathers last ride go off with out any problems great company
