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Testimonials

Thank you and your team at HFS for everything that you did 

to make Graham's funeral such a personal and special occasion.

Nothing was too much trouble for you and I greatly appreciate

all of the care, respect and attention to detail that you put into everything. 

Looking back now, I can honestly say I would not have wanted anything done differently. 

With my thanks, gratitude and very best wishes.

S Toomey

Testimonials

My family and I would like to say a big thank you to you all. 

From the first time we came through the door to the last time we saw you when collecting the ashes, you were all so kind, caring and thoughtful. Everything went so smoothly and nothing we asked for was too much trouble. Everyone that attended said the funeral was so lovely. You all looked immaculate, as did the hearse, coffin and placement of flowers.

I will recommend you wholeheartedly to anyone requiring your services. 

Shirley, Michael, David & John

Testimonials

On behalf of myself and my family I wanted to send thanks 

for your amazing service. The attention and empathy you have shown at this

difficult time has been very much appreciated. 

J Smith 

Funeral Announcements

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Kenneth Ralph Gatehouse 'Ken'

Monday 20th April 2026, Wealden Crematorium

The Family of Ken Gatehouse welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on 

Monday 20th April, 12pm Wealden Crematorium

Family Flowers only. Donations welcome to Dementia UK

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Richard Charles Barrow 'Rick'

Monday 27th April 2026, Wealden Crematorium

The Family of Richard Barrow welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on 

Monday 27th April, 2pm Wealden Crematorium

Family Flowers only. Donations welcome to St Wilfrid's Hospice

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Margaret Walton Wood

Monday 13th April 2026, Wealden Crematorium

The Family of Margaret Wood welcome you to join them in celebrating her life on 

Monday 13th April, 3pm Wealden Crematorium

Family Flowers only. Donations welcome to RNLI

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Riley William Walter

Friday 24th April 2026, Eastbourne Crematorium

The Family of Riley Walter welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on Friday 24th April, 2pm Eastbourne Crematorium

All flowers welcome.

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Kenneth James Wright 'Ken'

Monday 13th April 2026, Hailsham Cemetery Chapel

The Family of Ken Wright welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on 

Tuesday 28th April, 1pm Hailsham Cemetery Chapel

Family Flowers only. Donations welcome to St Wilfrid's Hospice

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Patricia Valentine

Friday 8th May 2026, Wealden Crematorium

The Family of Patricia Valentine welcome you to join them in celebrating her life on 

Friday 8th May, 1pm Wealden Crematorium 

Family Flowers only. Donations welcome to British Heart Foundation 

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June Axon

Friday 15th May 2026, Eastbourne Crematorium

The Family of June Axon welcome you to join them in celebrating her life on 

Friday 15th May, 2pm Eastbourne Crematorium 

Family Flowers only. Donations enquiries to Hailsham Funeral Service

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Tracy Caroline Heasman

Friday 15th May 2026, Wealden Crematorium

The Family of Tracy Heasman welcome you to join them in celebrating her life on 

Friday 15th May, 11am Wealden Crematorium 

Family Flowers only. Donations welcome to St Wilfrid's Hospice

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Dennis John Turner

Friday 22nd May 2026, Wealden Crematorium

The Family of Dennis Turner welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on Friday 22nd May, 12pm Wealden Crematorium 

Family Flowers only. Donations welcome to St Wilfrid's Hospice

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Brian Robert West

Wednesday 27th May 2026, Wealden Crematorium

The Family of Brian West welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on 

Wednesday 27th May, 1pm Wealden Crematorium 

Family Flowers only. Donations welcome to Parkinsons UK

Marjorie Kerry

Thursday 28th May 2026, Hastings Crematorium

The Family of Marjorie Kerry welcome you to join them in celebrating her life on Thursday 28th May, 11.15am Hastings Crematorium 

Family Flowers only. Donations welcome to Dogs Trust

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Guy Frederick Floodgate

Friday 29th May 2026, Eastbourne Crematorium

The Family of Guy Floodgate welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on Friday 29th May, 12pm Eastbourne Crematorium 

Family Flowers only. Donations welcome to St Wilfrid's Hospice

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Alan David John

Tuesday 2nd June 2026, Eastbourne Crematorium

The Family of Alan David welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on 

Tuesday 2nd June, 12pm Eastbourne Crematorium

Family flowers only. Donations welcome to British Heart Foundation & Stroke Association

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Robert Anthony Poll

Thursday 4th June 2026, Wealden Crematorium

The Family of Robert Poll welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on 

Thursday 4th June, 11am Wealden Crematorium

Family Flowers only. Donations welcome to St Wilfrid’s Hospice or Lymphoma Action.

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Jennifer Ruth Crittenden

Friday 5th June 2026, Hailsham Baptist Church

The Family of Jennifer Crittenden welcome you to join them in celebrating her life on

Friday 5th June, 12pm Hailsham Baptist Church

Family flowers only. Donations welcome to Alzheimer’s Society.

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Patricia Margaret Mason 'Pat'

Monday 8th June 2026, Hellingly Parish Church

The Family of Pat Mason welcome you to join them in celebrating her life on 

Monday 8th June, 12pm Hellingly Parish Church 

Family Flowers only. Donations welcome to British Heart Foundation

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Patricia Bishop 'Pat'

Tuesday 9th June 2026, Eastbourne Crematorium

The Family of Pat Bishop welcome you to join them in celebrating her life on 

Tuesday 9th June, 12pm Eastbourne Crematorium

Flowers welcome. Donations welcome to RNLI

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Richard John Steven

Friday 12th June 2026, Herstmonceux Parish Church

The Family of Richard Steven welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on 

Friday 12th June, 2pm Herstmonceux Parish Church

Family flowers only. Donations welcome to Tearfund

Eifion Martin Jones

Wednesday 17th June 2026, Eastbourne Crematorium

The Family of Eifion Jones welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on

Wednesday 17th June, 11am Eastbourne Crematorium

Family flowers only. Donations welcome to St Wilfrid's Hospice

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Douglas Marshall “Trevor”

Monday 15th June 2026, Eastbourne Crematorium

The Family of Trevor Marshall welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on

Monday 15th June, 2pm Eastbourne Crematorium

Family flowers only. Donations welcome to St Wilfrid's Hospice

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Constance Margaret Mavor

Friday 19th June 2026, Eastbourne Crematorium

The Family of Constance Mavor welcome you to join them in celebrating her life on

Friday 19th June, 12pm Eastbourne Crematorium 

Family flowers only. Donations welcome to Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity

Linda Fuller

Monday 22nd June 2026, Gordon Road Evangelical Church

The Family of Linda Fuller welcome you to join them in celebrating her life on

Monday 22nd June, 12pm Gordon Road Evangelical Church

Family flowers only. Donations welcome to Guide Dogs

Bryn Wilson Bettany

The Family of Bryn Bettany welcome you to join them in celebrating his life on

Tuesday 23rd June, 2pm Eastbourne Crematorium

Family flowers only. Donations welcome to Alzheimer’s Society

Tuesday 23rd June 2026, Eastbourne Crematorium

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