Mulligan's Funeral & Monumental Services Ltd

Mulligan's Funeral & Monumental Services Ltd "From Little Acorns, Life’s Memories Grow – Honouring Every Story with a Meaningful Farewell."

Mulligans Funeral Service, independent funeral homes, serving our communities since 1996. Mulligans Funeral & Monumental Services Ltd is a family owned and managed funeral service with branches in the Manchester & Stockport areas. First established in by the late Brian Mulligan in 1996 the company is still an independent now owned and managed by his daughter Karen Mulligan-Cowan. We offer all aspects of funeral services including

Traditional burial and cremation services
Direct cremation
Repatriation
Urns, keepsakes and memorial jewellery
Memorial masonry. Branches

Mulligans Funeral And Monumental Services Ltd
29-31 Gorton Road
Reddish
SK5 6AZ
Tel: 0161 432 0809


Mulligans Funeral And Monumental Services Ltd
654 Hyde Road
Gorton
M18 7EE
Tel: 0161 220 7900

Cheshire Care Suite
C1 Cheshire House
Green Lane
Romiley
SK6 3JG
0161 432 5524

Oakley’s Thought for the Week – RemembranceThis weekend, we pause to remember.Not just the names engraved on memorials, ...
07/11/2025

Oakley’s Thought for the Week – Remembrance

This weekend, we pause to remember.
Not just the names engraved on memorials, but the lives, the laughter, and the love behind them.

Remembrance isn’t about glorifying war — it’s about honouring peace, courage, and the countless quiet sacrifices that shaped the world we live in.
It’s about taking a moment to reflect on what it means to serve, to endure, and to hope.

As we stand in silence this Sunday, may we carry that spirit of gratitude and gentleness into every day that follows.

Lest we forget.

Even in the drizzle, there was something truly striking about Thomas and Blinder today — dressed in proud Manchester Uni...
31/10/2025

Even in the drizzle, there was something truly striking about Thomas and Blinder today — dressed in proud Manchester United colours for a special farewell in the city. ❤️🖤

Moments like these remind us that every farewell can reflect the life, passions, and personality of the one being honoured — a final journey filled with meaning.

From little acorns, life’s memories grow – honouring every story with a meaningful farewell.


🎃 Oakley’s Thought for the Week 🍂“Every tradition begins with a story — and every story changes with time.”Today, Hallow...
31/10/2025

🎃 Oakley’s Thought for the Week 🍂
“Every tradition begins with a story — and every story changes with time.”

Today, Halloween is filled with laughter, costumes, and flickering pumpkins — a day of fun, imagination, and community. 🎭🕯️

But its roots reach far deeper than tricks and treats.

Long ago, this day began as Samhain (pronounced “Sow-in”) — an ancient Celtic festival marking the end of harvest and the beginning of winter. 🌾🍁
It was believed that on this night, the veil between the living and the spirit world grew thin, allowing loved ones who had passed to draw near. Candles were lit to guide them home, and offerings were left as tokens of remembrance.

Over time, Samhain blended with Christian traditions such as All Hallows’ Eve, eventually becoming the Halloween we know today — a celebration of light, warmth, and memory amidst the gathering dark. ✨

So tonight, as pumpkins glow and laughter fills the air, perhaps take a quiet moment to light a candle for someone you miss. 🕯️
A gentle flame, a simple act of love — reminding us that even as the seasons change, the bonds of the heart remain. 💛

🍁 Happy Halloween from Oakley – reminding us that even the spookiest nights are rooted in love, remembrance, and light. 🌰

Oakley’s Thought of the WeekEarlier this week I sat with a lovely family to go over funeral arrangements for their loved...
26/09/2025

Oakley’s Thought of the Week

Earlier this week I sat with a lovely family to go over funeral arrangements for their loved one. As they spoke, they shared stories about the music they had chosen for the service — each piece carrying a memory, a moment, or a feeling that brought their loved one vividly back into the room.

It made me think about how powerful music truly is. A single song has the ability to stop us in our tracks — stirring emotions we thought were tucked away, or transporting us back to a moment we can picture as if it were yesterday.

Music doesn’t just fill the silence, it carries memories. It reminds us of the people we love, the times we’ve shared, and the feelings that never leave us.

What song always brings back a happy memory for you — and why?

— Oakley & the Mulligans Team

Oakley’s Thought of the WeekIt’s been a busy week here at Mulligans, supporting families through difficult times. Alongs...
19/09/2025

Oakley’s Thought of the Week

It’s been a busy week here at Mulligans, supporting families through difficult times. Alongside the work, there have been kind words, phone calls, and thoughtful gestures — today two families even brought us the cards and chocolates you see here.

We never expect gestures like this, but they mean so much. The kindness shown is a gentle reminder that what matters most is making a difference — being there to guide, support, and bring comfort when it’s needed most.

Thank you to the families who place their trust in us — it means more than words can say.

— Oakley & the Mulligans Team

🌳✨ Oakley’s Window of Memories – Now on Display in Reddish! ✨🌳Yesterday, I finally finished putting together something v...
19/08/2025

🌳✨ Oakley’s Window of Memories – Now on Display in Reddish! ✨🌳

Yesterday, I finally finished putting together something very close to my heart –
Oakley’s Window of Memories, right here at our Reddish branch.

This special display is a celebration of the history, people, and places that shaped our community. We’ve gathered old photos of Reddish – from the iconic mills to long-lost shops – and put them together as a walk down memory lane… and Oakley is proudly front and centre, inviting you to take part too. 🌰💜

📸 Do you recognise any of the places in the window?
📚 Do you have an old photo tucked away in a drawer?
🗣️ Know a story behind one of the pictures?

We’re adding to the display week by week, and we’d love your help. Come by for a look, message us your memories, or just stop in for a chat.

Let’s grow this together – memory by memory.

From Little Acorns, Life’s Memories Grow.

From little acorns, life’s memories grow – honouring every life with a meaningful farewell.That’s not just our tagline—i...
04/08/2025

From little acorns, life’s memories grow – honouring every life with a meaningful farewell.

That’s not just our tagline—it’s the heart of everything we do at Mulligans Funeral and Monumental Services.

Meet Oakley—our gentle guide and symbol of remembrance.

This summer, Oakley’s helping us share stories, moments of meaning, and reflections with the families we serve in Gorton, Reddish, and beyond.

Summer brings warmth—but so do memories.

Say hello in the comments, or share a memory you’ve been holding close.

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