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You can call our team at AE Jolliffe & Son in Ferndown at any time of the day or night and our local funeral directors will support you through this difficult time. At Douch Family Funeral Directors, we have been taking care of people in Ferndown and the surrounding areas since 1922.

We understand that funeral service arrangements involve making a lot of decisions, so we want to make things as easy as we can for you. We will guide you through the whole process to make sure all your funeral wishes are fulfilled. At AE Jolliffe & Son Funeral Directors in Ferndown, we offer several types of funeral services, including cremations, religious, or non-religious funerals, woodland burials, cemetery burials and direct and unattended cremation

Our team of funeral directors in Dorset will be there for you whenever you need us. We can visit you in the comfort of your own home or support you in our comfortable and quiet offices in Ferndown. Wherever we talk, you can always rely on our discretion and compassion.

We also offer pre-paid funeral plans.

 

The Sheila Kendrick Suite in Ferndown

AE Jolliffe & Son is home to The Sheila Kendrick Suite, a purpose-built ceremony room for families who would prefer a calm, private and personal setting for a funeral service. The room can seat up to 80 guests and opens onto a tranquil Reflection Garden. Families can also use live streaming, audio and visual tribute facilities, personalised themes and on-site wake and catering options.

This gives families the option to hold the ceremony, reflection and wake in one location, with support from our Ferndown funeral directors throughout the arrangements.

 

Areas we serve from our Ferndown funeral home

Our Ferndown funeral directors support families across Ferndown, West Moors, West Parley, Verwood, St Leonards, St Ives, Three Legged Cross, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, Hampreston, Longham, Canford Bottom and surrounding East Dorset communities. We can meet families at our Victoria Road branch or, where appropriate, visit them at home to discuss funeral arrangements.

 

Personal Attention

Our customers are at the forefront of our core values. At Douch Family Funeral Directors we know how difficult bereavement is and how it affects us all differently. At our local funeral directors in Ferndown, you can rest assured you will be taken care of. Whether you need advice, bereavement support, or dignified funeral service arrangements for your loved one, you can rely on us. AE Jolliffe Funeral Directors in Ferndown tailor and accommodate for each individual so that you can receive a personalised service.

 

Pre-paid funeral plans in Ferndown

If you are worried about leaving your funeral service arrangements and costs to loved ones, you can plan your funeral in advance. At AE Jolliffe & Son Funeral Directors in Ferndown, we can help guide you through this process. To find out more about our pre-paid funeral plans, visit our funeral directors in Ferndown today, and we’ll talk you through the details.

 

Part of Douch Family Funeral Directors

AE Jolliffe & Son in Ferndown is part of Douch Family Funeral Directors, an independent family-run funeral business serving Dorset for more than 110 years. If you are looking for trustworthy and compassionate funeral directors in Ferndown, please get in touch with our local team.

You can also find details for our other funeral directors in Dorset.

 

FAQs for AE Jolliffe & Son Funeral Directors in Ferndown

Can I call AE Jolliffe & Son in Ferndown at any time?
Yes. Our Ferndown funeral directors can be contacted at any time of the day or night on 01202 872 050. We will guide you through the next steps and explain what needs to happen.

Where is your Ferndown funeral home?
AE Jolliffe & Son is located at 17 Victoria Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9HT. The branch is close to the Ringwood Road traffic lights and has parking available for visitors.

Does AE Jolliffe & Son have a ceremony room in Ferndown?
Yes. AE Jolliffe & Son is home to The Sheila Kendrick Suite, a purpose-built ceremony room in Ferndown. It can seat up to 80 guests and offers live streaming, audio and visual tribute facilities, personalised themes, a Reflection Garden and on-site wake and catering options.

Which areas do your Ferndown funeral directors cover?
We support families in Ferndown, West Moors, West Parley, Verwood, St Leonards, St Ives, Three Legged Cross, Ashley Heath, Ringwood and nearby East Dorset communities. We also help families in Hampreston, Longham, Canford Bottom and the surrounding area.

Are AE Jolliffe & Son funeral directors also known as undertakers in Ferndown?
Yes. Some families still use the word undertakers when looking for funeral directors. AE Jolliffe & Son Funeral Directors in Ferndown provide local funeral care, funeral arrangements, cremations, burials and support for families at the time of need.

Can you help with cremation and burial arrangements?
Yes. Our Ferndown team can help with cremations, direct cremations, burials, woodland burials, religious, or non-religious funerals and personalised funeral arrangements.

Can AE Jolliffe & Son help with direct cremation in Ferndown?
Yes. Our Ferndown funeral directors can help arrange direct cremation and unattended cremation, as well as traditional funeral services, church services, cremations, burials and personal ceremonies.

Can I arrange a prepaid funeral plan through the Ferndown branch?
Yes. AE Jolliffe & Son can talk you through prepaid funeral plans and help you understand the options available.

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Get in touch with us

Office hours: Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm. We are available by phone 24 hours a day, every day of the year for immediate need.

17 Victoria Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9HT

Debbie Brown

Meet Debbie Brown

Branch Manager

Since joining the funeral industry in 2019, Debbie has trained as a Lay Pastoral Assistant and specialises in professional and friendly bereavement support for local parishioners in the community. “My favourite thing about my role is being part of the Douch Family and feeling you make a difference with everything that you do.” Having lived locally all her life, Debbie enjoys walking in the Dorset countryside and beaches and the occasional Purbeck Cider in Swanage. Given the opportunity to travel through time, Debbie would go back and spend time with loved ones lost.

Adrian Read

Meet Adrian Read

Funeral Director

Adrian has worked locally in the funeral business for over 40 years and joined us in 2013. His knowledge of the local area and people is exceptional. He is a vintage machinery and rally enthusiast.

Kerry Crowson

Meet Kerry Crowson

Funeral Director

Kerry has over 16 years of experience in the funeral profession and is known for her calm, caring, and professional approach, providing thoughtful support to families during their most difficult times. Kerry is a devoted mum of five and granny to three, who loves spending time with her pets and walking her dogs in the New Forest or along the beach. She’s well-travelled and enjoys a good Costa Coffee.

Helen Dean

Meet Helen Dean

Funeral Support Manager

Helen lives in Blandford with her husband and three sons. She loves netball and has recently completed her Level 2 coaching course, coaching the junior players at North Dorset Netball Club. Helen is known for her creativity and thoughtful approach to her work, always finding meaningful ways to help and support families during their time of loss. She feels passionate about being able to make a difference to those experiencing the passing of a loved one.

Jedda Hunt

Meet Jedda Hunt

Office Administrator

Jedda brings a wealth of experience and genuine compassion to her work, finding it a privilege to support families during their time of loss. Outside of work, she enjoys walking her dog along the beach, spending time outdoors, and exploring new places with her husband on their motorcycles.

Vincent White

Meet Vincent White

Funeral Service Manager

Vincent joined the company in 2000 working for Lesley Shand in Corfe Mullen and has since brought his wealth of experience in the industry to our Ferndown, Parkstone, and Wimborne teams. Vincent now joins the Ferndown team as Funeral Service Manager.

Brian Richmond

Meet Brian Richmond

Funeral Operative

Brian lives in Wimborne with his wife, and they have two grown children. Brian has been locally involved with the funeral industry all his life, and now brings his experience to our Ferndown team.

Joshua Larby

Meet Joshua Larby

Funeral Operative Assistant

Josh is a Funeral Operative Assistant, having completed his apprenticeship with us. He considers it a privilege to care for families’ loved ones and support them as they say their final goodbyes. Outside of work, Josh is a church youth leader and enjoys painting miniature models and listening to audiobooks. He lives in West Parley with his family, two Rottweilers and a tortoise.

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