Carlyon Funeral Directors

28/03/2026

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21/03/2026

A beautiful floral tribute of large round blooms of stunning hydrangeas resting on a natural willow coffin 🌸

Flowers can bring comfort, colour and a very personal touch to a farewell, reflecting love, memories and the personality of someone so dearly missed.

We are always here to help families create meaningful goodbyes with the details that matter most.

Carlyon Funeral Directors
Mount Hawke, Truro, Cornwall

17/03/2026

Early one Sunday morning, we received a call from a truly wonderful carer looking after an elderly couple.

She was understandably anxious; the gentleman had sadly passed away, and after contacting another funeral director, she had been told they were unable to attend due to the circumstances; his next of kin being very sick and the carer wasn’t aware of his funeral wishes.

With no other family and his dear wife very poorly and mostly asleep, the situation felt incredibly overwhelming for her.

She worried that if one funeral director had declined, others might too.

I gently reassured her that we would take care of everything, no matter how difficult the situation is.

Within 45 minutes, we were there, quietly and respectfully bringing him into our care.

After several phone calls, I was able to trace his solicitor to understand his wishes.

Around this time, his dear wife woke, and I was able to visit her in person.

When I arrived at the park home, space was very limited, she kindly asked if I would mind sitting in her wheelchair next to her bed, which, I must say, was very comfortable.

We spent some precious time together, chatting about their life, how they met as teenagers, married in 1966, and the love he had for Wolverhampton Wanderers.

I reassured her that he was resting peacefully with us, just a mile away, and that he was being cared for with the utmost dignity and respect.

To ease her burden, I registered his death today on her behalf.

His wishes for a direct cremation have now been arranged. He will make his final journey with his beloved Wolverhampton shirt resting proudly on his coffin, accompanied by the music of his team as he enters the chapel.

We will take photographs and create a keepsake video for his dear wife, so she can see the care and love shown to George, from the comfort of her hospital bed, when we return him home.

No matter how complex or challenging the circumstances may be, we will always be there, offering support, reassurance, and compassion when families need it most, and doing everything we can to ease any worry ❤️

15/03/2026

14/03/2026

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We are so grateful for the lovely feedback from the families we have the honour of caring for.

Your kind words mean the world to our small independent business.

Thank you to Marilyn & Andrea Northey for your lovely feedback ❤️

— Andrea, Dave & the Carlyon Funeral Directors Team

10/03/2026

We recently conducted a funeral service at a new location for us; Parish Church of St Gwinear in Hayle.

What a beautiful setting. The service was truly stunning, and it was such a privilege to lay the gentleman to rest in the Church cemetery alongside his ancestors, surrounded by the peaceful Cornish countryside.

My colleagues were even treated to coffee and biscuits by the verger; after they arrived early and set up in good time, which absolutely made their day!

I’m thankful to have worked alongside such lovely parishioners to bring a wonderful service together.

A heartfelt and fitting farewell in a very special place…..

05/03/2026

🖤🤍 Happy St Piran’s Day Cornwall! 🤍🖤

A day for Cornish flags, celebrating our heritage…
and of course a proper Cornish pasty.

From everyone at Carlyon Funeral Directors, Mount Hawke, we hope you all have a lovely St Piran’s Day.

Now the important St Piran’s Day question…

🥟 Where does the best Cornish pasty come from?

Let’s hear your favourites below! 👇

24/02/2026

Seasonal wild flower tribute for a much loved son, father and brother ❤️

Thank you to Chy-an-Bre Country Store for exceptional customer service as always ❤️…..

20/02/2026

We recently conducted a service at the beautiful Penwith Woodland Burial Ground and were truly touched to receive such lovely feedback from the family……

Andrea,

A short note to thank both you, David – and the rest of your team – for such well-organised and beautiful funeral for mum yesterday.

You managed to anticipate all the potential traps laid by the weather, roadworks and Council to ensure the whole arrival, service and burial was flawless – it gave us great confidence at such a difficult time to enable us to play our own parts without falling to pieces.

Becky was brilliant also, thank you the recommendation.

Mum would have been proud.

From The Martin Family

14/02/2026

We spent a peaceful afternoon at Penwith Woodland Burial Ground in Penzance, making preparations for a natural burial taking place next week. 🌿

This tranquil setting, surrounded by nature and birdsong, offers such a gentle and meaningful place to say goodbye.

We’re honoured to support a family here, ensuring every detail is thoughtfully arranged in keeping with their wishes and the simplicity of a woodland farewell daffodils 🌼🌳🌲

24/01/2026

A stunning natural banana leaf coffin, thoughtfully chosen for its gentle impact on the environment, adorned with the most beautiful flowers.

A farewell filled with colour and love for Diana; a much-loved sister, auntie, and a dear friend to many 💜

12/12/2025

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of our dear friend, Peter Eldred Simmons.

Please find below the funeral notice where you can leave tributes and donations…..

Friends and family can add photos, memories and messages on their lasting tribute page today.