W.R. Bettelley Funeral Directors

05/12/2025

Year by year we are seeing a rise in direct/unattended cremations either pre-paid or at need. Here, within our small family business, we pride ourselves on giving your loved ones the same level of exceptional care and dedication whether a full traditional funeral or unattended.

A direct leaving our home recently, using a local crematorium and we will personally collect their ashes to return to the family.

Our direct cremations are £1860.00 or we can assist if you'd rather plan ahead and have reassurance your funeral is organised just how you would like it to be, call us on 01782 313542 or drop us a message ♥️.

30/11/2025

Sharing with permission from the family of

Joyce Plant (Nee Leese) ♥️

It is with sadness to announce Joyce, formerly of Weston Coyney, passed away peacefully at Broadmeadow Court Care Home on 18th November 2025, aged 97 years.

A loving wife to her late husband Norman, may they be reunited in peace.

Joyce, precious mum to Glynis, mother-in-law to Nigel, beloved nan to Laura and Sophie, their partners Matt and Ben, and her great-grandchildren Penelope, Elias and Pippa.

Joyce's funeral service is to be held on Tuesday 9th December 2025 at 10.30am at The Old Chapel, Etruria ST1 5PE. The family warmly invite mourners to meet at the Chapel.

Family flowers only please, however, should you wish to donate in loving memory of Joyce, monies would be welcomed both online and at the service towards Alzheimer's Society. All enquiries please contact W.R Bettelley Funeral Directors 315 Uttoxeter Road, Longton ST3 5LQ Tel: 01782 313542. Thank you.


To donate online please see this link: https://funeral-notices.co.uk/notice/plant/5277210

12/11/2025

💙 Thoughtful discussion 💙 This post is circulating on social media highlighting the importance of a funeral service, a traditional way of mourning your special person, however with the rise in direct/unattended cremations, the process of grief, acknowledgement, closure and reflecting on a life does limit this journey. This is why, at W.R Bettelley, we can offer chapel visits for those wishing to say goodbye if they have chosen a direct cremation, we can conduct a small service within our chapel of rest prior to the direct taking place and we can offer support and guidance for a memorial/celebration of life service after the cremation.

We can still make a direct cremation personal. We can still offer that support, time and care as well as offering uniquely tailored traditional funerals. We are there for you 💙whichever your choice may be 💙

24/10/2025

If anyone can share or donate (even the smallest amount would mean the world) in memory of Nick Gibben, to help his beloved family and children he has left behind suddenly, it would be so appreciated. Forever 39, to his wife, children, family and friends he leaves behind, our sincerest condolences to them and hope people can donate just to make this unbearable time a little easier 💔.

Thank you so much x

Celebrating the Life of Nicholas “Nicky” Sean Gibben — Our Ba… Naomi Ruscoe needs your support for Smiles through the tears- Remembering Nicholas Sean Gibben

16/10/2025

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14/10/2025

When the whole team then get roped in to decorating 🤣 but we've done it, a completed redecorated office. A homely touch, tranquil surroundings and a team to support you no matter what time of day or night. We're always there 🖤 xx

01/10/2025

🖤 Whichever funeral choice you choose, whether a direct cremation or burial, or a fully attended funeral service, whether you choose to visit your loved one or visiting is not for you, they rest here in our chapel 🖤 Our dedicated, caring team are available 24/7, and will listen and guide you through every step of the grieving process with dignity, sensitivity and compassion. We are always there, do not hesitate to call us on 01782 313542 🖤

25/09/2025

Its an office decorating day today ☺️ looking good already Chrissy! Kate, Sam and Josh are all sat watching 🤣

18/09/2025

Sometimes, the smallest touches are the most sacred. ❤️

Our handmade knitted hearts are a simple, yet sacred and dignified touch we place in a loved ones hands, if they have chosen a direct or unattended cremation, with visits in our chapel of rest. Some choose to not visit in our chapel.

Just a little insight to how we can care for your loved ones locally with the utmost care and respect. We are always there xx

09/09/2025

Here at W R Bettelley Funeral Directors we have seen an increase in marketing activity from some national direct cremation providers.
Many people aren’t even aware that their local independent funeral director offers the same direct cremation services, let me assure you that this is something we have always offered.

What makes us different?

Our team of qualified staff all live and work in our local community.
Our team are here to guide and support you and your loved ones.
Your loved one will be transferred into our care at the earliest opportunity, and they will remain in Stoke on Trent with us until the cremation takes place.
Our non-attended cremations are carried out at a crematorium of your choosing within days of the paperwork being completed and the ashes returned in the following days.
We can arrange for your loved one to be dressed in their own clothing and you can visit them in our chapel of rest.

How much does it cost?
A local dignified direct cremation arranged by our team here at W R Bettelley costs only £1860.
If you’d like to plan for the future, we can also arrange a direct cremation Golden Charter funeral plan which would cost £2185.
If you are considering a non-attended or direct cremation for a loved one’s funeral, or for making your own funeral arrangements in advance with a pre-paid funeral plan, then please do speak with us on 01782 313542 or visit W R Bettelley ltd, ST3 5LQ for further information.

For more information on funeral plans, please click here...https://www.goldencharter.co.uk/funeral-plans/311236-W_R_Bettelley_Ltd