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R. Gwinnell and Sons is a family-run funeral director serving the Ipswich community as part of a wider network of funeral homes across Essex and Suffolk. The business was established in 1986 by Roy and Christine Gwinnell, who built a reputation for providing a caring and supportive service to families in their most difficult times. Their eldest son Matt joined the business in 2002, continuing the family tradition of compassionate, personal care.
As members of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) and the National Association of Memorial Masons (NAMM), R. Gwinnell and Sons are committed to delivering a quality service with the highest professional standards. Roy Gwinnell holds the Diploma in Funeral Directing and is a member of the British Institute of Funeral Directors, reflecting the team's dedication to excellence.
The Ipswich branch offers a comprehensive range of funeral services, including coffins, caskets and urns, headstones and monuments, hearses, limousines and carriages, as well as pre-paid funeral plans. Available 24 hours a day, the team provides a friendly, individual approach to supporting families through bereavement.
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Matt, Roy's eldest son, joined the family business in 2002 having grown up observing how his father cared for families …
Roy Gwinnell
Founder / Funeral Director
Roy co-founded R. Gwinnell & Sons in 1986 and holds the Diploma in Funeral Directing. He is a member of the British Ins…
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