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Personal, friendly, professional funeral services

Proudly serving the local community of Bishop Auckland, Shildon, and Crook and surrounding areas

Prices from

£1,700

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Part of Funeral Partners Limited

Independent reviews by Much Loved

    Why choose Gibson's Funeral Services?

    Our dedicated teams at our Bishop Auckland, Shildon, and Crook funeral homes is committed to creating tailored funerals that reflect the unique life of your loved one.

    We’re here for you in your time of need, day or night. We can be contacted 24 hours a day, by telephone, and are here to discuss your needs. Or if you prefer, we can visit your home to discuss funeral arrangements.

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    Featured Reviews

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    My daughter and myself were very happy with the funeral arrangements for my late husband. We felt looked after by the team. Michael the funeral director contacted us promptly and was there to guide and support us through the entire process.Whilst he was professional and…

    Barbara Hughes

    Google

    Matthew took fantastic care of us from beginning to end and every member of staff that we dealt with was kind, patient, supportive and caring. The whole service provided was excellent.

    Joanne L

    Google

    The professional service that Gibsons provides is absolutely perfect and they are best around. They are an experienced team that just make the whole process easy, thoughtful and relaxed. They communicate with families excellently, and we felt heard, valued and supported. The knowledge and experience…

    Bees and Butterflies Flowers Florist

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    The service we received from Gibson Funeral Bishop Auckland, was excellent. Victoria came out to see us and guided us through everything efficiently which was a great help. Claire on reception was most helpful when I rang to add a few things. On the day…

    Ann Glasper

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    Claire on the front desk was so very helpful and sincere. She made an awful time very bearable. Mark was very professional and all the team with him also, we were really impressed by the service received. The highlight was the two beautiful horses which…

    Kathleen Pollard

    Google

    Special thanks to Ian who helped and supported us through a most difficult time

    Wendy Wilkinson

    Google

    Excellent service from Ryan and Claire

    Heidi Davey

    Google

    Excellent service from all the staff. We were kept informed at each stage and the service itself was very well handled. Much appreciated the help at all stages when organizing the funeral and the service.

    Jason

    Google

    Michael was first class from our first meeting through to dad’s burial. He was so thoughtful and caring and made a very difficult time for us more bearable as we trusted him and he was always there to answer any of our questions. We couldn’t…

    Marie Tait

    Google

    The whole service that was provided was perfect and stress free.

    Carol Ord

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    Types of funerals

    Our dedicated staff are there to advise you personally in making arrangements which meet your loved one’s needs, whether that is a traditional, horse drawn, motor bike, hearse or alternative funeral. We will ensure that each and every detail is discussed with you thoroughly and will go the extra mile to ensure that the day is all you expect. We’re always happy to cater for the needs of different ethnicities, religious groups and non-religious groups and can tailor the funeral to an individual’s needs.

    If you need to arrange a funeral, call our helpful team today and we’ll be by your side every step of the way.

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    Products & Services

    Funerals are incredibly personal so everything will be built around your needs. Please do let us know if you have any special requests and we’ll do our best to help. We’ll listen to you and let you choose the level of support you would like, whilst guiding you through the practical and legal requirements.

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    We take great pride on supporting the local community. We regularly organise and participate in events and fundraising activities.

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