Walter C. Parson Funeral Directors is a family business established in 1842 at Stoke Climsland, Cornwall. It has, either by inheritance or acquisition, remained in the family over seven generations.
We strive to deliver a first class service, one which would only be acceptable to a member of our own family.
tina eatmon
2 months ago
On behalf of myself and my family I would like to say a massive thank you to Walter C. Parson Funeral Directors in Torquay. In particular Ali. Thank you Ali for your incredible sensitivity, patience and understanding. Your professionalism and compassion made something we had never had to do before a little easier.The wonderful care that you took in looking after our Dear mum was second to non. Ali went the extra mile in the thoughtful things she did in saying goodbye to Mum that will remain in memories forever.We highly recommend Walter C. Parsons and when the time comes we will be using Walter C. Parsons again. Thank you again
Karen Pearson
2 months ago
We could not have wished for our dear mum to be in better hands.Exceptional, Professional, compassionate and above all caring.Alison guided us through the most traumatic time of our lives with such understanding and patience especially with my endless questions. I would not hesitate in using her/their services without question. When the time arises. Personal touches make a world of difference. Thank you from our hearts.
George Gardiner
a year ago
On my half of my myself and my family we would thank Hugh Mills and Gaye funeral directors for arranging my uncle's funeral, in particular Ali.Ali was so just so incredibly amazing in every aspect of an extremly difficult time for my family. The level of care and compassion shown to us by Ali went above and beyond we really can not praise her highly enough. She is a huge asset to your company!From start to finish the attention to detail and personalisation was incredible ensuring we gave my uncle the very best send off.We would highly recommend your company to anyone in the future.Thank you all so much.Sarah Gardiner
ann StrawberryBlonde
a year ago
Just wanted to say a very big, THANKYOU, to this company for arranging my Husbands funeral. Everything, from start to finish, was dealt with professionally, but, in the most kind, caring and compassionate way possible. The whole funeral, was done with dignity and respect and myself and my family, cannot recommend Hugh mills & Gaye, highly enough.The biggest Thankyou, goes to Alison. You made everything so much easier for us to get through and your warmth, kindness and friendliness are very much appreciated.Thankyou to all who were involved in my Husbands funeral, you ALL, made one of the most heartbreaking days of our lives, as a family, go without a hitch and everything was perfect, THANKYOU,ANN & FAMILY XX
Lee Hanson
a year ago
Friendly, Professional service and more than willing to help with any queries.
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