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William H Painter Funeral Directors was founded in 1907.
Our dedicated teams at our Greater Birmingham Area funeral homes are committed to creating tailored funerals that reflect the unique life of your loved one.
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
Gillian Bailey
a month ago
The kind, considerate and efficient staff made the process of organising my mother-in-laws funeral as smooth and painless as possible. They explained the whole process clearly and simply, and guided us every step of the way. Nothing was too much trouble. I would have no hesitation in recommending this company.
Richard Corcoran
a month ago
Sarah at the Castle Bromwich branch was amazing, showing real empathy and patience. The whole team were great,from taking shaun to the funeral directors right upto the cremation . I highly recommend them,truly professional and highly sympathetic service at a most difficult time.
Zita Caldicott
11 months ago
Jeanette Husselbee at William H Painter, Castle Bromwich came highly recommended to my family to help organise my Father's funeral. Jeanette made the entire experience totally painless she helped and supported us throughout the entire process. She designed a beautiful order of service for us and everybody said it was one of the nicest they had ever seen!! We as a family have no problem in recommending Jeanette to other families that may be going through this terrible ordeal. Jeannette once again thank you for everything you did for us and helping us give my Father a wonderful send off - from myself and the Burns family x
Martin Cross
11 months ago
Jeanette, thankyou so much for all the trouble you went to on our behalf and more importantly, Martin's Mother Frances! she was beautifully looked after and your attention to detail was second to none ensuring a funeral that hopefully she would have been pleased with and brought comfort to her family. Thankyou. Martin and Ruth Cross.
Elfrieda Edwards
a year ago
I would like to thank Jeanette at the Castle Bromwich branch for organising my husband's funeral and interment. She has been extremely efficient and supportive, helping me through every step of the process. I really appreciate her empathy and kindness at this difficult time.
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