J. Vernon Kendrick Funeral Directors, Lye

162 reviews

Independent family funeral directors, established in 1931 and providing caring, professional funeral arranging services in Lye and Stourbridge

Latest Verified Reviews

John Andrews 26th Mar 2024

Excellent service from start to finish nothing was too much trouble . I will definitely recommend a wonderful , caring , professional company . 

Kevin Foxall 25th Mar 2024

From the day my mum passed Kevin who arranged my mum's funeral took me and my sister through every stage and explained everything they made our mum look lovely and made sure our wishes for the funeral service was carried out to the T I personally can't say a very very big thank you to Kevin and all the staff at J V Kendricks LYE I highly recommend to anyone grieving for someone passed on the day everything went off smoothly and I'm very very grateful.

Amy Willmott 23rd Mar 2024

Tony made our time sorting my brothers funeral so easy and there was no stress at all. Tony put us at ease and ensured everything was sorted and would go smoothly and it did. Would highly recommend. Thank you for you all your help and support during this difficult time. From Amy and Family x

Reviews

Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

Vernon House, Cemetery Road
Lye
West Midlands
DY9 8DB

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Call: 01384 437185

About Us

J. Vernon Kendrick independent family funeral directors has been providing funeral services in Lye, Wollescote, Stourbridge and the surrounding areas since 1931.

Under the personal attention of Dan Kendrick, Linda Glock and Tony Jones, all of the team will be able to guide you through every step of the process with kindness and consideration.

J. Vernon Kendrick provides traditional funeral services, simple funerals, and direct cremations. No matter your requirements, you will receive a high standard of care and attention. The funeral home at Lye is fully equipped to care for and accommodate your loved one.

The offices are open 9 to 5, Monday to Friday, with appointments on Saturday mornings. J Vernon Kendrick also operates a 24-hour telephone service.

Call J. Vernon Kendrick funeral directors today to find out how they can help you plan the perfect send-off, whatever type of funeral you have in mind.

Latest Obituaries

Joyce Margaret   Bills

Joyce Margaret Bills

Jul 1944 - Mar 2024

George (Reg)   Beeston

George (Reg) Beeston

Jun 1947 - Feb 2024

Paul   Lenton

Paul Lenton

May 1959 - Feb 2024

Margaret Joan   Harrison

Margaret Joan Harrison

Dec 1936 - Mar 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 John Andrews 26th Mar 2024

    Excellent service from start to finish nothing was too much trouble . I will definitely recommend a wonderful , caring , professional company . 

  • 5 Kevin Foxall 25th Mar 2024

    From the day my mum passed Kevin who arranged my mum's funeral took me and my sister through every stage and explained everything they made our mum look lovely and made sure our wishes for the funeral service was carried out to the T I personally can't say a very very big thank you to Kevin and all the staff at J V Kendricks LYE I highly recommend to anyone grieving for someone passed on the day everything went off smoothly and I'm very very grateful.

  • 5 Amy Willmott 23rd Mar 2024

    Tony made our time sorting my brothers funeral so easy and there was no stress at all. Tony put us at ease and ensured everything was sorted and would go smoothly and it did. Would highly recommend. Thank you for you all your help and support during this difficult time. From Amy and Family x

  • 5 Michael Hodgkins 27th Feb 2024

    Everyone I dealt with at J Vernon Kendrick was respectful, caring and professional and they helped guide me and my family through a difficult time. I would recommend them to others without hesitation. 

  • 5 Victoria Cooper 25th Feb 2024

    Kevin was lovely and helped us a lot and the lady that took us to see my dad /husband was really nice thank you all so much Sylvia and Vicky xx

  • 5 Anthea Bache 11th Feb 2024

    From going to premises courtesy and politness extended. All needs attended to
    with dignity.

  • 5 Wayne Sambidge 8th Feb 2024

    An incredible service from the first meeting all through the process to the funeral service, which was impeccable. A truly wonderful company to take care of your loved ones with the most caring, helpful and astute professional staff.
    Thank you from The Sambidge Family

  • 5 Sandra Taylor 4th Feb 2024

    From the very first meeting with Tony he put me at ease. He helped us through and was always available to answer any queries we had. I would highly recommend J Vernon Kendrick

  • 5 Paul Truman 1st Feb 2024

    Very happy with there service, 5 star.

  • 5 Janet Davenport 26th Jan 2024

    Thank you for organising everything smoothly with patience and support at an emotional time

  • 5 Jill Berry 15th Jan 2024

    Perfect, as always

  • 5 Janet Laskey 19th Dec 2023

    Thank you for the support through a very difficult time. 
    Very kind and considerate, professional and supportive. 
    All the members I met were kind.

  • 5 Stephen Young 10th Dec 2023

    Very professional and supportive throughout with great contacts for other parts of the proceeding .

  • 5 Rod Foxall 4th Dec 2023

    The staff at Kendricks were excellent and treated my mother with care and respect from collecting her through to the cremation.

    A very professional company

    Thank You

  • 5 Erica McGough 3rd Dec 2023

    The staff were really helpful and professional from my first visit to the actual funeral.

  • 5 Jenny Guider 2nd Dec 2023

    We could not have asked for more. The service you give is outstanding. Compassion .careing attention to detail . Two parents passing away in 8 months is difficult and heart breaking but with Tony there to guide us every step of the way made it so much easier . Thankyou so much.
    We would highly recommend J.V. Kendricks .outstanding service .

  • 5 Jo McGrath 28th Nov 2023

    Tony & Kendricks were everything you could ask for when going through such an emotional time everything ran seamlessly, thank you so much for your support at such a sad time.

  • 5 Lucy (nee) Osborne 28th Nov 2023

    Cannot thank the whole J.Vernon Kendrick team enough. Everyone treated us with empathy and understanding. The attention to detail was remarkable and Dads funeral passed with calm efficiency.

  • 5 Andrew Riley 27th Nov 2023

    Service was first rate as I expected from a long established business.

  • 5 Val Woodhouse 24th Nov 2023

    Excellent in every way. 

  • 5 Sandra Pope 11th Nov 2023

    As l had never had to make arrangements for a funeral before, Kendricks helped every step of the way, and especially Kevin Bridgewater who ensured everything proceeded smoothly on the day. Thank you to everyone. Sandra Pope.

  • 5 Amanda Hunt 5th Nov 2023

    Fabulous caring and considerate service from the start . I couldn’t have asked for any more 
    Thank you 

  • 5 Susan Ridgeway 30th Oct 2023

    Very helpful throughout. Very professional 
    Would recommend 

  • 5 Sue Evans 28th Oct 2023

     A very professional service from all staff at Kendrick’s throughout. A genuine, caring, supportive team made the whole process run smoothly and efficiently. 
    Many thanks 
    Sue 

  • 5 Peter Collins 27th Oct 2023

    Great service , caring and considerate.I can not fault them.

Address
Vernon House, Cemetery Road
Lye
West Midlands
DY9 8DB

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

John Andrews 26th Mar 2024

Excellent service from start to finish nothing was too much trouble . I will definitely recommend a wonderful , caring , professional company . 

Kevin Foxall 25th Mar 2024

From the day my mum passed Kevin who arranged my mum's funeral took me and my sister through every stage and explained everything they made our mum look lovely and made sure our wishes for the funeral service was carried out to the T I personally can't say a very very big thank you to Kevin and all the staff at J V Kendricks LYE I highly recommend to anyone grieving for someone passed on the day everything went off smoothly and I'm very very grateful.

Amy Willmott 23rd Mar 2024

Tony made our time sorting my brothers funeral so easy and there was no stress at all. Tony put us at ease and ensured everything was sorted and would go smoothly and it did. Would highly recommend. Thank you for you all your help and support during this difficult time. From Amy and Family x

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