
DIGNIFIED FUNERALS


a fond farewell
Funeral Directors, Ashton On Mersey, Sale
Herbert Murray Funeral Directors is your local and genuinely independent funeral director. We believe in being at the heart of your local community and building strong everlasting relations with you and your family.
At Herbert Murray’s the passion for our service is unmistakable from the moment you walk through our doors. Immensely proud to guide your loved one on their final journey, we endeavour to provide warmth and professionalism during these challenging times. Our meticulous attention to detail ensures we're right by your side, offering guidance and unwavering support as you bid farewell.
We understand that everyone has different needs and expectations of how a funeral should be. Whether it be a celebration of your loved one’s life and achievements or a traditional Victorian service, we will be by your side helping you to say goodbye your way. We offer a dignified and bespoke service that is unique to all our families within our funeral home. We encourage you to do what is right for you and your loved ones.
through the whole process with care and compassion, giving us plenty of choices. The funeral went perfectly, all the staff were immaculate and respectful. We would recommend them to everyone.
Thank you
Steph patiently guided us through all that needed to be done and helped us at every turn. Steph and her team made what was a difficult time much easier for us to deal with and we were very grateful for this.
We would not hesitate for one moment to highly recommend Herbet Murray Funeral Directors.
Bless you both love Bob, Christine, Carol and family.
It couldn't of gone any smoother with all our wishes being observed and attended to.
A genuine caring team who made our lives so much easier during such a traumatic time. Nothing was to much trouble.
Thanks again for looking after Julie.
Phil , Charlie, Harry and Maisie.
What makes the biggest difference I feel, is the absolute genuine sincerity and integrity they both hold!
I believe it takes a very special person to be a funeral director; patient, kind, compassionate, diligent, loving, caring and ultimately a ‘people person’.
At a time when you feel most vulnerable and heartbroken, Robbie has the magic power of holding you up and guiding you through one of the trickiest times of your life. There are not many people that can say they have the natural, innate ability to do this!
Like a guardian angel, It was as though Robbie somehow already knew exactly what I needed and what needed to be done in order to gain some peace and comfort.
She thought of all the really important finer details regarding the funeral, that I myself would not have even considered.
These are the things that really make a difference!
As an independent funeral director, they both go above and beyond and I’m certain I would not have found this anywhere else!
Leaving a lasting impression on me, I am eternally grateful to them both and will never forget how much they supported me and cared for my mum.
My mum’s funeral was absolutely beautiful and exactly what we all wished for. I am
so thankful and appreciative for all that they have done!
Thank you so much! Jen x x
What makes the biggest difference I feel, is the absolute genuine sincerity and integrity they both hold!
I believe it takes a very special person to be a funeral director; patient, kind, compassionate, diligent, loving, caring and ultimately a ‘people person’.
At a time when you feel most vulnerable and heartbroken, Robbie has the magic power of holding you up and guiding you through one of the trickiest times of your life. There are not many people that can say they have the natural, innate ability to do this!
Like a guardian angel, It was as though Robbie somehow already knew exactly what I needed and what needed to be done in order to gain some peace and comfort.
She thought of all the really important finer details regarding the funeral, that I myself would not have even considered.
These are the things that really make a difference!
As an independent funeral director, they both go above and beyond and I’m certain I would not have found this anywhere else!
Leaving a lasting impression on me, I am eternally grateful to them both and will never forget how much they supported me and cared for my mum.
My mum’s funeral was absolutely beautiful and exactly what we all wished for. I am
so thankful and appreciative for all that they have done!
Thank you so much! Jen x x
The service they provide and the support they have given us is second to none. They guided us through a very difficult time with empathy and kindness and we cannot thank you enough.
Thanks Steph and Robbie for everything ❤️
Robbie and Steph are so warm, welcoming, calming and encouraging, and on the day the whole team were so professional and supportive. Thank you so much for all you did, it means such a lot.
They made what was a very difficult and painful time much easier through their guidance and organisation.
They are so approachable, friendly and calming. They answered any questions quickly and put our worries and concerns at ease.
With their support we were able to give my granddad a wonderful send off and I’ll be eternally grateful!
Chris and Gill.
Would just like to say a huge thank you from all the family and friends of mum you did an amazing job for us yesterday it was beautiful and I am sure mum was lay there smiling the whole time, she would of loved every bit of it.
From the first time of meeting with you we were all made at ease and you took what was a very anxious and upsetting time for us and made it what it was yesterday, THANK YOU, it’s very obvious that you care very much and love your job we couldn’t of chosen anywhere better for mum.
Every little detail was perfect, the flowers were stunning everybody was asking where they were from and all I could say was Herbert Murray organised them. The Celebrant Jilly what a lovely lady, she is a credit to your business, so caring and observant to what we were saying and performed a beautiful service.
The horses and carriage were beautiful and all the little extra touches, WOW, I could go on and on. Thank you again you are a credit to Ashton village
Nothing was too much trouble, every wish granted even down to the directors wearing purple ties (mum favourite colour) to the horses adorned with scarlet plumes and scarlet ribbons (a family favourite song) I would give double even treble stars if I could
Absolutely fabulous
Our granddaughter came across these wonderful people in her local village.
The support and help they gave us in arranging everything was amazing , everything we wanted was sorted out for us with such care and compassion.
All the worries of not getting everything right were taken away from us . On the day everything was so perfect Amanda had the most beautiful send off , everyone commented on how lovely it was .
Well Robbie and Stef and team we can’t thankyou enough for everything you did for us you made us feel like family .
Herbert Murray funeral directors are very professional ,caring , patient and understanding and we would highly recommend them .
Thanks for the hugs and kindness you gave our family x
I decided to ring Herbert Murray as they were closest to where dad lived.
Steph answered my call she was so calmly spoken and slowly took me through what I would need to do allowing me time to pause and cry when I found things overwhelming. She was so understanding she went
through everything that was available for my lovely dad breaking down the costs and letting me know the extra choices to give my dad the most personal and best send off that mum and the family wanted. I didn’t feel rushed and my questions were answered. I came off the phone and mum and I agreed it was Herbert Murray for us.
I rang Steph back and we had an appointment the next day. Mum and I and my husband went In it felt warm , calm and peaceful.We spent nearly 2hrs with Steph who helped us plan step by step our celebration of life for dads funeral. Steph had said she could get a motorbike hearse when I rang and was amazed when I said yes that’s what we want!!! Steph was amazing she went ahead and got us the Triumph Bonneville motorbike hearse.
Keeping it a secret along with us until the day. Along with our order of service designed with horse racing in line with dads life long hobby. Steph also found us a Celebrant Jilly to suit our plans who came to the house and conducted dads service just as we wanted it to be thanks Jilly.
It took a while for dad to go into their care but when he did he couldn’t have been looked after better. We can’t thank Steph enough for enabling us to say a final goodbye when we didn’t think we’d be able to. Your Chapel of rest was lovely, calm warm and peaceful the extra touches were so heartfelt and thoughtful. It was an experience that I won’t forget.
We can’t thank you enough for all you and Robbie have done for us as a family and for how you cared for my lovely dad while he was resting with you. You made what was a painful sad time more easier to bare. You gave us the support when it was needed always on the end of the phone and regularly checking that we were ok. You got mum the motorbike she asked for and dad got his final ride in style. Steph you even stopped the traffic when a car pushed in front of us on dads final journey and I will always remember that.
I hope if you read my review it will help you and that Herbert Murray can help you too. I’m so glad we chose them and know that if you do you will be too.
Debbie Birchall
They guided us through the process reducing any anxieties we had.
Robbie was especially kind on the day of my Dads funeral, supporting all the family especially my Mum which I'm so grateful for.
Thank you both for taking care of Dad x
I was filled with sadness and grief of what had just happened, however once I spoke to Robbie and Steph I really felt they understood the way I was feeling.
Robbie and Steph really could not have done more. They helped and supported me through the whole process and nothing I asked for was too much for them. I have to say choosing Herbert Murray was like having personal friends helping and looking after me through one of the worst times in my life. I cannot thank them enough for everything they did.
From the day I called in to ask what do I do now to the day of my dads funeral Robbie and Steph were both absolutely amazing.
They took control, were compassionate, empathetic, sympathetic, caring, understanding of my strange requests, funny and just brilliant in every single way.
The way they looked after dad, was just out of this world. when I went in Chapel I really couldn’t believe how happy and peaceful he was. The little touches they added, perfection as if they actually knew my dad. I missed my true pops so much and they brought him back to me.
On the day, when I broke-down, Robbie was a rock. She kept watch, making sure no one was alone.
Steph reassured me that our crazy priest was on his best behaviour… and he was! Well apart from asking for money for candles!!!
They even made sure the weather was right, not too hot or too cold.
I will never forget the respect they showed our family and friends and most importantly my Dad. Everyone commented on how brilliant you both were. So honourable, no one had ever seen this your special touch but you touched all our hearts.
I don t want to give your secret away so others feel the same as we did.
Thank you really isn’t enough to say for the work you did and do!
You are brilliant
Sarah xxx
Stephanie gave us excellent advice as to the best way of meeting my brother’s wishes, without it being hugely expensive.
A difficult time was, in fact, a positive experience. We can’t recommend their service highly enough.
From them. They were a 100% professional in the job they do.
Thanks again
We were very impressed by the compassionate service you have given.
thank you so much
I’ve had experience of dealing with Undertakers re my late in-laws but the experience from Herbert Murray was by far superior snd they have gone above and beyond.
It goes without saying that we would highly recommend them. I’d give them 100/5 * if I could.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all you have done to make this painful time more bearable.
Best regards
Siân
They were compassionate and caring and looked after us all and let us go at our pace to arrange everything. Nothing was too much trouble for them and sourced us the perfect floral tribute.
The funeral was perfect and all about our daughter. Alex the celebrant spoke so well about her that everyone thought she knew her previously.
Thank you for looking after him so well.
Dad was in superb hands & Robbie made sure his dignity was protected throughout which meant a lot to us as a family during this difficult & confusing time.
I would highly recommend Herbert Murray to anyone that wants a 10/10 service.
Thank you so much Robbie & team.
Litsa, Rhoda & Despo
Steph from the first phone call on the evening of my wife's departure. The presentation of my wife, in her coffin, took me back many years to before all the pain and suffering came into my wife's life. Nothing was too much trouble to the team, including the provision of an amazing "non-aromatic" (my words) spray of tropical flowers due to my wife suffering from hay fever. The Celebrant that they recommended - Debbie Jones- did not disappoint in the least, her delivery and content was excellent. The final touch, by Robbie and Steph, to provide 6 No sprays from the wreath was a thoughtful and much appreciated gesture. An all round excellent service provision by the team.
Would highly recommend this company .
My daughter and myself knew as soon as we walked in that this was where we wanted our loved one to spend his days while waiting for his final send off.
We can never thank you enough for how you’ve looked after us all and especially how you’ve cared for Mike.
If your looking for someone to give your loved ones the transition from this life to the next then look no further!!!
Our sincere thanks. Helen, Brian, Michael and Stephen.