F.M.&J WAIT Funeral Directors

09/01/2026

⚠️ Branch Closure Notice – Burton ⚠️

Due to the severe weather conditions, our Burton branch is closed today to ensure the safety of our staff and customers.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Please stay safe, and we’ll share updates as soon as we’re able to reopen.

Thank you for your patience.

08/01/2026

❄️We are open as normal tomorrow, Friday 9th January ❄️

In the unlikely event that any of our branches do need to close, all updates will be shared here on our page.

Please be assured that we are still here to help and support our community - in all weathers 🤍🕊️

04/01/2026

❄️ A Little Winter Weather Update ❄️

We’re expecting some snow and widespread frost across the West Midlands this coming week, so we just wanted to share a gentle reminder to take extra care when you’re out and about 🌨️

If you’re travelling to visit us, attending a service, or supporting a loved one, please allow a bit of extra time for your journey. Roads and pathways may be slower than usual, and your safety is always what matters most to us.

Our caring team at FM & J Wait Funeral Directors will be here as always—ready to support you, keep you updated, and look after every family with warmth and dignity, whatever the weather brings.

Please stay safe, travel carefully, and take care of one another this week. ❄️

04/01/2026

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FM & J Wait 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.

31/12/2025

28/12/2025

We’re here for you this Christmas. Our festive hours are:
Monday 29th December 2025 - 9am till 5pm
Tuesday 30th December 2025 - 9am till 5pm
Wednesday 31st December 2025 - 9am till 5pm
Thursday 1st January 2026 - Closed
Friday 2nd January 2026 - 9am till 5pm

If you need us, just call.

💬 What’s your favourite festive tradition? Share it with us!

23/12/2025

🎄 Grief at Christmas 🎄

Christmas is a time for joy, family, and celebration BUT for many, it can be one of the hardest times of the year.

Grief doesn’t take a holiday.
The empty seat at the table, a song that sparks memories, or the traditions that feel incomplete without a loved one can make it all feel overwhelming.

If you're finding this Christmas difficult, know you're not alone.

🕊 It’s okay to feel the sadness
🕊 To take things one day at a time
🕊 To honour your feelings in your own way

💬 Talking can help, with friends & family. Reaching out might bring you some comfort.

So to anyone navigating loss this Christmas, remember

🫶 Be kind to yourself
🫶 It’s okay to lean on others when you need to

🕊️ You are not alone.

22/12/2025

✨ Festive Opening Hours ✨

As Christmas and New Year approach, our opening times will vary slightly. Thank you for your understanding and continued support throughout the year.
Wishing you all a calm Christmas and a positive start to 2026🎄

20/12/2025

FIRST CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN

It’s my first Christmas in heaven,
I’ve been dreading it all through the year.
Knowing that you will be lonely,
lost to the joy and the cheer.

I’ve been sending sweet robins to find you,
and feathers have brought you my love.
I’ve been whispering secrets to raindrops,
hoping you’ll hear me above.

It’s my first Christmas in heaven,
it’s a wonderful place to exist…
And the only sadness that finds me,
is wishing I wasn’t so missed.

Because if you look closely, you’ll see me,
in every small thing that you do.
I’m the joy that sneaks in through the window,
when you stop to admire the view.

I’m the laughter that gasps from your sadness
when your soul frees itself from this pain.
I’m the comfort that warms through your blanket
as you wrap yourself up from the rain.

It’s my first Christmas in heaven,
and they told me that this would be tough.
All I can do, is remind you, you’re loved
and I’ll pray, every day, it’s enough.

Donna Ashworth

13/12/2025

🕊️🎄Thank You from the Bottom of Our Hearts🕊️🎄

We want to say a massively big thanks to everyone who attended the Christmas Memorial Service. Your presence made this event truly special and meaningful.

A very special thank you to Lil Bo's Deli for their generous contributions. Lichfield and District Crematorium for hosting the service and The Celebrant Society UK for a beautiful service. Your ongoing support means so much to us and to the community we serve.

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us! 🌟

11/12/2025

🕊️For any one who can’t attend the memorial Service tomorrow night but wishes to watch the live stream here are the details🕊️