Private Chapel Funeral

A simple funeral. A personal goodbye.

Not every family wants a large, traditional funeral. But that doesn't mean you don't want the opportunity to come together, say goodbye and celebrate the life of someone you love.

At J Parkinson & Sons, our Private Chapel Funeral provides a peaceful and intimate alternative.

Our own Chapel of Rest can accommodate up to 15 mourners, allowing close family and friends to attend a meaningful funeral service in a private and personal setting.

A real funeral service, surrounded by the people who matter most — without the expense and formality of a larger traditional funeral.

 

A funeral that's small in size, but not in meaning

Choosing a smaller funeral doesn't mean choosing a less meaningful one.

Our Private Chapel Funeral gives you the opportunity to create a service that reflects the person you've lost, while keeping the gathering intimate.

You can include the things that matter to your family, such as:

1. Personal tributes and memories
2. Music that reminds you of them
3. Readings, poems or prayers
4. A minister, celebrant or family member leading the service
5. Flowers and personal items
6. Time for family and friends to come together
7. A private and peaceful farewell

With space for up to 15 mourners, the service can feel much more personal than a large ceremony.

 

An alternative to a direct cremation

Families sometimes feel they have only two choices: a full traditional funeral or a direct cremation without a service.

There is another option.

Our Private Chapel Funeral sits between the two.

You can have a genuine funeral service, with your family and closest friends present, while keeping the arrangements simple and intimate.

There is no need for a large procession, limousines or a large venue.

Instead, your loved one is cared for by our experienced team and the service takes place in our own Chapel of Rest.

Simple doesn't have to mean impersonal.

 

How does a Private Chapel Funeral work?

1. We bring your loved one into our care

When the time comes, we arrange for your loved one to be brought into our care and looked after with dignity and respect.

2. We discuss your wishes

We take the time to understand what matters to you and your family and explain the choices available.

3. We arrange the service

We can help you arrange the music, readings, tributes and other personal elements that make the service meaningful.

4. Your family comes together

Up to 15 mourners can attend the service in our private Chapel of Rest.

5. Your loved one is cremated

Following the service, the cremation takes place according to the arrangements agreed with you.

6. You can decide what happens afterwards

The ashes can then be returned to the family, allowing you to decide how and when you would like to remember your loved one afterwards.

 

Why choose a Private Chapel Funeral?

A small funeral can be the right choice for many reasons.

Perhaps your loved one didn't want a large funeral.

Perhaps only the closest family and friends want to attend.

Perhaps you want a meaningful service but don't want the expense of a large traditional funeral.

Or perhaps you simply feel that a quiet, intimate farewell is more appropriate.

Whatever your reason, there is no right or wrong way to say goodbye.

 

The care of a local family funeral director

When you choose a Private Chapel Funeral with J Parkinson & Sons, you're not dealing with an anonymous online funeral provider.

Your loved one is cared for by our own team, at our own premises, here in Rotherham.

We have been helping local families arrange funerals since 1873.

That means more than 150 years of experience caring for families at one of the most difficult times in their lives.

And we're proud that families continue to recommend us.

Over 200 five-star Funeral Guide reviews

 

What is the difference between the three options?

We understand that funeral choices can be confusing. That's why we offer different ways to say goodbye.

Traditional Funeral

A larger funeral service, with arrangements tailored to your family, including options such as a hearse, cortege, church or crematorium service and additional funeral vehicles.

Private Chapel Funeral

An intimate funeral service for up to 15 mourners, held in our own Chapel of Rest.

A meaningful farewell without the size and formality of a traditional funeral.

Direct Cremation

A simple cremation without mourners attending a funeral service at the crematorium.

You can then choose how and when you would like to remember your loved one.

There is no right choice.

The right funeral is the one that feels right for you and your family.

 

A simple funeral. A personal goodbye.

You don't have to make every decision immediately.

If you're unsure whether a Private Chapel Funeral is right for you, we're happy to talk through the options without pressure.

We'll explain what is involved, answer your questions and help you choose the arrangement that's appropriate for your family.

Speak to J Parkinson & Sons

Independent Funeral Directors since 1873

Rotherham & Wickersley

24-hour support

Our own Chapel of Rest

Over 200 five-star Funeral Guide reviews

Call us today to discuss your wishes.

 

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