E. A. Dodd & Son Funeral Directors Ottery St Mary

04/11/2025

Did you know we have a digital Memory Wall?
It’s a space created to honour and remember the people we love and miss. Whether you're marking a special date or simply want to share a few words, we hope you find comfort in adding a tribute to your loved one.
Visit the link below to share your dedication.
https://funeraldirectors.memorypage.org

01/11/2025

We offer families the option of green funerals and woodland burials - natural, environmentally conscious choices that reflect personal values. From biodegradable coffins to tranquil woodland settings, we're happy to will guide you through every step.
Explore what’s possible:
https://www.funeraldirectors.uk.com/green-funerals-woodland-burials

31/10/2025

We are pleased to operate under the scrutiny and oversight of the National Association of Funeral Directors Inspectorate.

We are committed to upholding values of integrity, respect and excellence in service to both bereaved people and the people within our care.

25/10/2025

Looking for a lasting and meaningful way to remember a loved one?
EverWith Memorial Jewellery says: "Our main desire is that our jewellery brings some comfort and peace to our clients. We have received such lovely feedback from our valued customers. Some tell us that when they receive their special item, they cry tears of happiness. Others, of the comfort that they find having their loved one with them still."

22/10/2025

GriefChat believes professional bereavement support should always be accessible and free to those in need.
It supports organisations in helping those dealing with grief by providing them with a safe space for bereaved people to be able to share their story, explore their feelings and be supported by a qualified bereavement counsellor. In addition to this, GriefChat can help bereaved people to consider if they need additional support and where to get this from…
To find out more click the GriefChat logo on our website
https://www.funeraldirectors.uk.com

17/10/2025

You may like to know that we are a recommended funeral director with The Natural Death Centre Charity
We have agreed to the following criteria:
✔️To be flexible with the public and provide the service they request.
✔️To state clearly what their services entail, including a clear breakdown of costs for each part.
✔️To provide a very basic disposal service if requested.
✔️To provide information regarding all disposal options to all clients.
✔️To assist families who only want a part service, and not to make this difficult by offering 'packages only'.
✔️To inform customers that they can send feedback about the services provided to The Natural Death Centre.
✔️To explain that embalming is optional - and also explain what embalming entails.
✔️To inform families that they may like to help with some aspects such as washing and dressing the person who has died, or carrying the coffin.
✔️To state clearly if they are a member of a larger 'group'.
✔️To inform families whether the person who has died is being kept at another facility.
✔️To provide families with options for other types of celebrant beyond simply a minister or a humanist.
✔️To meet and make arrangements at the family home at no extra charge.

11/10/2025

Photo cushions from Love Keep Create - The Clothing Keepsake Company are a fantastic way to create unique keepsakes, laden with memories. They can take your photos, print them on to special washable cotton and incorporate them into your cushion, incorporating beloved old items of clothing or other fabrics that mean a lot.

04/10/2025

Affectionately named “Bramwell” after the dad and grandad of the owners, Mortons Funeral Hire's 1957 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud Mk 1 hearse is a stunning piece of automotive history.
With its classic silver flying lady ahead of the 4.9 litre naturally aspirated straight 6 engine, it is unaffected by modern technology and yet still holds its head high in a superior class of its own. The pride of the fleet!

29/09/2025

Honouring those we hold dear...
Our Memory Wall is a space to reflect, remember, and celebrate the lives of those we love and miss. Whether it's a cherished photo, a heartfelt message, or a simple tribute, your dedication helps keep their memory alive.
We hope you find comfort in sharing your thoughts and stories. Click the link below to add your photo and message.

A place to remember the people we love and miss. We hope that you find comfort in sharing a dedication to your loved one. Click the button below to add your photo and message.

27/09/2025

We’re pleased to work with EverWith Memorial Jewellery, the UK's largest memorial jewellery company.
At EverWith they specialise in creating beautiful, bespoke keepsakes in memory of loved ones who have passed away. Their vision is to create timeless, unique, sentimental tributes to treasure for ever.

26/09/2025

ONLINE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

These groups have been run on a regular basis since the Covid pandemic. The next one is planned for the end of October, for ten sessions. There is no charge.

The sessions are 90 minutes, from 4.30 to 6.00 pm on Tuesdays, starting 28th October 2025.

They are open to anyone in the UK who is experiencing grief and who feels this might help. All applicants are interviewed to explain in greater detail what happens, and answer any questions they may have.

More information can be found here: https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/working-with-the-community/communities-centre/bereavement-services/

You can self-refer at: https://yorksj.solvefit.co.uk/csr/

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