J.E. Spence Funeral Directors

13/02/2026

❤️ A reminder for this week:
Grief and love often sit side by side - and however you’re feeling, you’re not alone. Take your time, be gentle with yourself, and know that support is always within reach.

If you or someone you know could use a bit of extra help, these organisations offer guidance and someone to talk to:
🔗 https://www.dignityfunerals.co.uk/.../coping-with-grief.../
🔗 https://www.psychologytoday.com/.../navigating-grief-and...
🔗 https://www.cruse.org.uk/
🔗 https://www.samaritans.org/

05/02/2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Swaby, who died peacefully on 27th January 2026, aged 88.
Barbara will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.
The funeral service will take place at Lawnswood Crematorium on Wednesday 18th February at 14:30pm, returning to Taylors Sports Bar for refreshments.
🤍Donations if desired to The British Heart Foundation🤍
The family have entrusted the funeral arrangements to J E Spence Funeral Directors, for any enquiries please contact us on 01132682842.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this difficult time.
🤍Please feel free to leave messages of condolence below🤍

Mrs Barbara Swaby sadly passed away on Tuesday, 27th January 2026. Details of the funeral date and arrangements are available here on their Funeral Notice page.

28/01/2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Ernestine Dennett, who died peacefully on 20th January 2026, aged 81.

Mary will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.
The funeral service will take place at Rawdon Crematorium on Thursday 19th February at 11:30am, returning to Neville House Care home for refreshments.

🤍Donations if desired to Guide Dogs for the Blind🤍

The family have entrusted the funeral arrangements to J E Spence Funeral Directors, for any enquiries please contact us on 01132682842.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this difficult time.

🤍Please feel free to leave messages of condolence below🤍

Mary Ernestine Dennett sadly passed away on Tuesday, 20th January 2026. Details of the funeral date and arrangements are available here on their Funeral Notice page.

20/01/2026

Keep their memory close - Explore memorial jewellery at J E Spence.
Celebrate the life and legacy of your loved ones with our beautifully crafted memorial jewellery. Thoughtfully designed to hold cherished memories, each piece offers a meaningful way to keep them near.
Visit J E Spence to discover a keepsake that honours their story. 💖💫

31/12/2025

As the year comes to a close, we want to pause and reflect with gratitude 🤍

We are deeply thankful to the families who trusted us during difficult times, and to our dedicated team who serve our community with care, dignity, and compassion every day.

As we welcome the New Year 🎆, our commitment remains the same — to be here for you when it matters most. We wish everyone a peaceful end to the year and a new year filled with hope, healing, and togetherness ✨

29/12/2025

💙Planning ahead isn’t about saying goodbye - it’s about making sure your loved ones have one less worry. A Dignity Funeral Plan gives them and yourself the gift of peace of mind. 💙
Learn more: www.dignityfuneralplans.co.uk or call 01132682842.



JE Spence Funeral Directors is a trading style of Dignity Funerals Limited. Dignity Funerals Limited is a company registered in England No.

00041598. VAT registered No. 486 6081 14. Registered office: 4 King Edwards Court, King Edward Square, Sutton Coldfield B73 6AP.

Dignity Funerals Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under Firm Reference Number 967130.

25/12/2025

🎄Christmas Day🎄

Today we remember those who are no longer with us and hold close those who are grieving. Christmas can be a difficult time, but you are not alone. 🤍

Wishing peace, comfort, and quiet moments of remembrance this Christmas. 🕯️✨

22/12/2025

The festive season can be especially difficult for those who are grieving. While branch opening times may vary over the holidays, please know that we are always here for you. 🤍

Our team can be contacted 24/7 to offer support, guidance, and a listening ear whenever you need it. 📞🌿

If Christmas feels hard this year, you’re not alone. We’re thinking of all families remembering loved ones during this time. ✨🕯️

09/12/2025

🤍For many, today may feel ordinary — but for others, it can feel heavy.🤍
If you're missing someone, we hope you find a little comfort in knowing their impact remains, woven into the lives they touched.

🤍May today bring you gentleness.🤍

02/12/2025

💛 Grief Awareness Week 💛

As we mark Grief Awareness Week, we’re reminded that grief touches every life in its own way. It can arrive suddenly or quietly grow over time. It may change us, shape us, and stay with us — and that’s okay.

At JE Spence, we understand that grief doesn’t end when the funeral is over. We’re here to offer compassion, guidance, and a listening ear whenever you need it.

If you’re finding things difficult, please remember you’re not alone. Reach out, talk, share, or simply take a moment for yourself. Healing isn’t linear, but together, we can make the journey a little gentler.

Thinking of all who are grieving, today and always. 🕊

28/11/2025

🌿 Grief doesn’t follow a timetable. And it doesn’t look the same for everyone.

If you’re finding things difficult right now, please remember this:

You are not alone.
You don’t have to “be strong” every day.
There is no right way to grieve.

Some days will feel heavier than others — that’s a normal part of healing. Be kind to yourself, reach out to someone you trust, and allow yourself to feel what you feel.

If you ever need guidance, a listening ear, or information about local support services, we’re here to help.
You don’t have to walk through this journey on your own. 🤍

21/11/2025

All are welcome to join us 🌟
If you would like to join us please send an email to jespence.adel@dignityfunerals.co.uk or wormalds.horsforth@dignityfunerals.co.uk

You are warmly invited to join us for a Service of Remembrance at St Chad's, Headingley on Thursday 18th December at 7.30pm to honour the memory of those whose funerals have taken place with J.E. Spence and Wormalds Funeral Service.

There will be light refreshments available after the service, providing a chance to connect with others in the community.

We look forward to welcoming you, your family and friends to join us as we come together in remembrance.

If you would like to join us please send an email to jespence.adel@dignityfunerals.co.uk or wormalds.horsforth@dignityfunerals.co.uk