We'll call you back
J W Marsh will be in touch shortly.
You've just taken the first step — contacting a funeral director.
See the full checklistLeave your number and J W Marsh will call you back.
Free, no obligation. We'll pass your number to the director.
Attended Burial
£2,794
Attended Cremation
£1,570
Ready to speak to someone? A free, no-obligation call can help you understand the next steps.
If anything has changed, a quick call with a specialist can confirm.
A quick call with a specialist can help you figure out what applies.
Question of 3
Did the person who died own a property?
Including any property in their name, even if jointly owned.
Were there savings, investments, or other assets?
Bank accounts, shares, pensions, or valuables above a few thousand pounds.
Was there a will?
Even if you're not sure where it is, knowing one exists can change the process.
This can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. A probate specialist can walk you through the next steps — no obligation, no pressure.
That's one less thing to worry about. If anything changes or you'd like a quick confirmation, a specialist can put your mind at rest.
Many families don't have all the information straight away — that's completely normal. A quick chat with a specialist can help you understand what applies to your situation.
What the probate process looks like
Apply for Grant of Probate
Collect assets & close accounts
Pay debts & tax
Distribute the estate
A specialist handles all of this for you.
Trusted by thousands of families across the UK
You probably don't need to pay for the funeral yourself
The estate will likely go through probate, which means the funeral costs can be paid from the estate. You need a probate specialist to make this happen.
Sail Probate · Fixed fees, nothing upfront
Probate might not be needed
That means the funeral costs probably can't be covered this way. But every situation is different — a quick chat can confirm.
We need a bit more info
Don't worry — lots of people aren't sure at this stage. A quick chat can work out whether the funeral costs can be covered.
Want to talk it through?
Free, no obligation.
Want to check with a specialist?
Free, no obligation.
Want to find out for sure?
Free, no obligation.
Sail Probate · Trusted by thousands of families
A specialist will call you soon
Free, no-obligation advice from Sail Probate
What happens next
Request received
Just now
A specialist reviews your details
Within 1 hour
You'll receive a call
Within 24 hours
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
Result saved
If you need help later, call Sail Probate free:
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
We'll give you a call
A Sail Probate specialist will talk you through everything and answer any questions.
Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
No problem
If you'd like to talk about probate or funeral costs, call Sail Probate free:
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
J W Marsh is an independent family funeral director serving High Oak, Pensnett, Brierley Hill, and the wider Dudley and Sandwell areas of the West Midlands. Operating under the personal attention of Mr J W Timmins, the firm prides itself on providing caring, understanding, and personalised undertaking services at what is often the most difficult time in a family's life. Their ethos is simple: to look after each family the way they would wish their own loved ones to be treated.
J W Marsh operates in accordance with The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) code of practice, ensuring the highest standards of professional care. The team is able to supply any type of funeral service to suit individual needs, offering a wide range of traditional and contemporary coffins and caskets — from simple cremation coffins to elaborate solid burial caskets, as well as environmentally friendly options in willow, bamboo, and cardboard, and bespoke brightly coloured designs.
Among the services offered are pre-paid funeral plans, bespoke stone masonry and memorials, floral tributes, home visits, a private Chapel of Rest, and a 24-hour telephone service. The branch caters for all faiths and is committed to transparency in pricing, providing clearly outlined funeral packages to help families make informed decisions with confidence and peace of mind.
"You were very sincere and caring in this sad time. A very big thank you from myself, my son Jamie and all the family."
— Kevin Whitehouse
"At such a difficult and emotional time, John and his team offer a very personal, supportive and professional service."
— Sarah Whitticase (about John)
"You were both there for us and we couldn't ask for any more. My mom's funeral went so smoothly. I would recommend you without a doubt."
— Pat Jones (about Jane & John)
"I am so glad that we chose your company to handle my wife's funeral. Everything was perfect — your professionalism and attention to detail was perfect."
— Wilf Beardsmore (about Jane)
"John and Jane are such beautiful people — they done my dads and sisters funeral and I could not of ask for a better service. John does a truly fantastic job."
— XB1 CRACKED (about John & Jane)
"You surpassed our expectations of previous funeral experiences with a family type of involvement that we have never experienced in the past. The total dedication of your service from start to finish was exceptional and everyone who attended said that she had the kind of send off she always wished and hoped for."
— Raymond Whitcombe (about Jane & John)
J W Timmins
Funeral Director
Mr J W Timmins provides the personal attention behind all funeral services at J W Marsh, overseeing undertaking service…
Mr J W Timmins
Funeral Director
Mr J W Timmins provides personal attention for all local undertaking services covering the Dudley and Sandwell boroughs…
Kevin Whitehouse
2 years ago
Myself and my son jamie and all the family would to say a big thank you to you for the arrangements for my Debbie funeral you where very sincere and careing in this sad time I would definitely recommend to others to use your service a very big thank you again kevin Whitehouse and jamie Whitehouse and family
Ian Workman
2 years ago
As a family we have unfortunately experienced a most difficult year losing elderly parents within a few months with a brother-in-law in-between. We have previously received excellent service from J.W. Marsh, so had no hesitation in using their services again. We were not disappointed, we received caring, professional advice and service when saying goodbye to our loved ones.
Wilf Beardsmore
5 years ago
From Mr Wilf beardsmore to F.W Marsh, funeral directors dear Jane. just thought I would give you a feedback following my wife's funeral on the 29th of May 2020, I am so glad that we chose your company to handle my wifes funeral, everything was perfect your professionalism and attention to detail was perfect, You also recommended a celebrant Esther Pitt she was also perfect professional and sincere, we would recommend her to anyone looking organise there funeral day Once again thank you all for your support on the day Best regards Wilf beardsmore
Pat Jones
7 years ago
Jane and John. Thank you so much for yesterday. My moms funeral went so smoothly. Your service is fantastic. You were both there for us and we couldn't ask for any more. I would recommend you without a doubt. From all the family thank you so much xxxxx
XB1 CRACKED
2 years ago
This company I would recommend every time as there a family run business that go the extra mile for your day for your love ones perfect in every way the service is second to none and John and Jane are such beautiful people they done my dads and sisters funeral and I could not of ask for a better service and send as John does truly fantastic job x
Take a moment to reflect on the care you received
Not displayed publicly — used for verification only
This helps other families understand your experience
Share what your experience was like — other families will read this when choosing a funeral director
characters — please write a little more
Your review will appear on this page once verified. This usually takes 1–2 days.
Ready to speak to someone? A free, no-obligation call can help you understand the next steps.
If anything has changed, a quick call with a specialist can confirm.
A quick call with a specialist can help you figure out what applies.
Question of 3
Did the person who died own a property?
Including any property in their name, even if jointly owned.
Were there savings, investments, or other assets?
Bank accounts, shares, pensions, or valuables above a few thousand pounds.
Was there a will?
Even if you're not sure where it is, knowing one exists can change the process.
This can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. A probate specialist can walk you through the next steps — no obligation, no pressure.
That's one less thing to worry about. If anything changes or you'd like a quick confirmation, a specialist can put your mind at rest.
Many families don't have all the information straight away — that's completely normal. A quick chat with a specialist can help you understand what applies to your situation.
What the probate process looks like
Apply for Grant of Probate
Collect assets & close accounts
Pay debts & tax
Distribute the estate
A specialist handles all of this for you.
Trusted by thousands of families across the UK
You probably don't need to pay for the funeral yourself
The estate will likely go through probate, which means the funeral costs can be paid from the estate. You need a probate specialist to make this happen.
Sail Probate · Fixed fees, nothing upfront
Probate might not be needed
That means the funeral costs probably can't be covered this way. But every situation is different — a quick chat can confirm.
We need a bit more info
Don't worry — lots of people aren't sure at this stage. A quick chat can work out whether the funeral costs can be covered.
Want to talk it through?
Free, no obligation.
Want to check with a specialist?
Free, no obligation.
Want to find out for sure?
Free, no obligation.
Sail Probate · Trusted by thousands of families
A specialist will call you soon
Free, no-obligation advice from Sail Probate
What happens next
Request received
Just now
A specialist reviews your details
Within 1 hour
You'll receive a call
Within 24 hours
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
Result saved
If you need help later, call Sail Probate free:
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
We'll give you a call
A Sail Probate specialist will talk you through everything and answer any questions.
Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
No problem
If you'd like to talk about probate or funeral costs, call Sail Probate free:
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
Get in touch
Call 01384566028We'll call you back
J W Marsh will be in touch shortly.
You've just taken the first step — contacting a funeral director.
See the full checklistLeave your number and J W Marsh will call you back.
Free, no obligation. We'll pass your number to the director.
You've completed of 18 steps on the bereavement checklist.
Continue your checklist18 things to sort when someone dies — keep track so nothing gets missed.
See the full checklist
What to wear to a funeral in the UK: traditional expectations, modern dress codes, religious variations, what not to wear, and guidance for children.
The average cost of a funeral in the UK is £4,141. This guide breaks down every fee, explains regional differences, and shows you how to manage costs without compromising dignity.
From cremation to burial, discover what UK funerals really cost in 2026 — including a full breakdown of funeral director fees, disbursements, and regional price differences to help you plan with confidence.
Serving families in BRIERLEY_HILL and the surrounding area
So we can help families like yours better.
Tick all that apply.
Understanding your experience helps us help families like yours.
Your answers help us support families going through this.
You might find our step-by-step guide helpful →
