Ian Hart Funeral Service

28/04/2026

Nobody ever wants to speak to a funeral director, but when the time comes that you need to we are at the end of the phone ready to listen.

Never rushed, our knowledgeable team are at the end of the line 24 hours a day 365 days a year to answer any questions you may have, no matter how big or small.

When it comes to arranging the funeral of your loved one we are with you from the first contact to the day of the service, taking the stress from you as our office staff organise as much as you would like us to, from donations to media facilities such as slideshows and orders of service we are on hand to have this put in place.

Here when you need us💚

14/04/2026

📖🎁 Gift A Memory🎁📖

Memory books have always been a brilliant option for families at their time of need. It is taken to the funeral and then the wake, filled with messages and memories on the day and then kept as a keepsake.

‘Gift a Memory’ has been created to take this option one step further.

A digital memory book that only the family can access, that can be added to at any time, any where, by those the family choose to send the link to.

Private and compassionate, this platform is a safe space for memories that will last a lifetime.

Memories can be added in written, picture, or voice note form, and once uploaded they can be allocated to a time or place to create a truly unique memory Map and timeline.

Ian Hart Funeral Service are incredibly proud to announce we are the first funeral director in the world to be able to provide this service, and hope it is one that will create a lasting legacy for our families that use it.

If you would like more details please contact Sam Hart on our office number 01903 206299 or via email samhart@ianhartfuneralservices.co.uk

01/04/2026

Yesterday saw the versatility of the Sutherland Chapel as we catered for a funeral at full capacity.

Once the service was finished the back half of the chapel was cleared, the curtains pulled and extra catering space made available to make the afternoon more comfortable for all mourners present.

The curtains work both ways as they allow families with smaller numbers to have a more intimate service in a cosier space.

26/03/2026

Faces change, we’ve all got a bit older, but still providing the top level of care since the doors opened at South Farm Road in 2004.

Today marks 22 years since Ian and Sue took a leap of faith and went out on their own.

We’ve achieved so much in those years, and it wouldn’t be possible without the trust families put in our hands at the toughest time of their life.

We are so thankful for the support we have been given over this time from our local community, and look forward to the next 22 years looking after you and your loved ones ❤️

From Ian and Sam, a massive thank you must go to the staff that work so hard for us making sure our level of care is unrivalled, and giving the families we look after a personal unique funeral every time.

19/03/2026

Please note our office will be closing at the slightly earlier time of 4:30pm today, but we will still be reachable via our phone line 01903 206299.

This is because today is a special day at IHFS. We bid farewell to Lee Bird who retires after 14 years at our company.

A loyal, hard working funeral operative with a very dry sense of humour. We wish him the very best as he beckons on a much more important job, being a Grandad!

Don’t worry though, once he’s worked through the list of jobs at home, we hope for Lee to become one of our casual bearers, and we are sure he will be popping in whenever he passes the office.

We will miss you Lee!🏌🏼‍♂️

11/03/2026

“It’s not going to be a normal funeral, my daughter loves rock music!”

These were the opening words of Heather, whose daughter Karen sadly passed away last month.

Prior to meeting Karen’s family we had a conversation regarding coffin options and they were going towards the wicker basket.

It was only when Karen’s collection of Iron Maiden t-shirts (35 of them!) came up, that Sam suggested a bespoke reflections coffin and put in a design request. Within 20 minutes, an email came back and the family were blown away.

From here Nathan was able to design a unique service sheet to tie in with the Iron Maiden themed service.

For us funerals should be as unique as the person they are celebrating, and we will always strive to provide this❤️

(Pictures posted with the families permission)

04/03/2026

A small update on this service now offered by Worthing Crematorium.

The times available have been extended, offering 4:30pm and 5pm as well as the early mornings.

As direct cremations become more frequent in our profession, we felt we wanted to bridge the gap between an unattended direct cremation and a full funeral service.

With the help of Worthing Crematorium, we are now able to offer families a chance to say a simple goodbye with a 15-minute appointment in the chapel of their choice. During this time, the family are able to listen to 2 pieces of music before leaving the chapel.

If you would like more information on this, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01903 206299.

20/02/2026

⛳️IHFS GOLF DAY⛳️

Raising vital funds for Chestnut Tree House.

After last years bumper day in the sun raising £5,500 for CTH…

Our fantastic charity golf day is back for 2026, and you could be a part of it!

Taking place at Hill Barn Golf Club on Thursday 11th June 2026.

Spaces are going fast, so book today to avoid disappointment.

£340 (£85pp) for a team of four which includes:

Bacon roll and hot drink on arrival
18 holes of golf (shotgun start)
A curry for lunch
Prizes to be won as well as a great day out!

If you are interested in entering a team please contact Sam via email on samhart@ianhartfuneralservices.co.uk

Sponsorship opportunities available - more info to follow!

13/02/2026

Today’s celebration of life at The June Sutherland Chapel was as unique as the person it was held for.

The gentleman was a keen artist, therefore the family were able to have all of his artwork on show during the service and afterwards in the catering suite.

On leaving the chapel mourners were given a painting each, meaning his legacy lives on for those who loved him ❤️

30/01/2026

A big good luck to our funeral operative Greg Luer who takes on Scunthorpe tomorrow in the FA Trophy. Go well Greg!🪄

28/01/2026

Last week Funeral Director Jane Keeley had a positive meeting with a volunteer from sibling support.

As a charity they offer support for siblings when they lose a loved one, helping them navigate a difficult time.

If you or someone you know has lost a sibling and may benefit from help from the charity please visit their website www.siblingsupport.co.uk

27/01/2026

When someone takes out a funeral plan they can add in their own choices, making their funeral service personal to their requests.

For the funeral we undertook yesterday the request of a singer was included in the funeral plan, which came as a surprise to the family!

We had the brilliant Alexis - Vocal soloist join us at Worthing Crematorium to complete the wishes of the person whose life was celebrated.

As we always say, if we can do it, we will❤️