As an independent, family run Funeral Directors you can be assured that your wishes will be carried out with the care and respect that they deserve.
M Tomlin & Son Independent Funeral Directors was established in 2010, with our first branch opening in Gravesend Town Centre. Mark, the owner, has nearly thirty years experience in the funeral industry and has a wealth of knowledge and expertise ensuring that your loved ones get the best service possible.
As an independent, family run Funeral Directors you can be assured that your wishes will be carried out with the care and respect that they deserve. Our family is here to look after yours and to support you whenever you need us and so we offer a 24 hour service that means you can contact us any time of the day or night with your concerns.
With a qualified member of the British Institute of Funeral Directors working in branch you know that you are receiving the highest level of care from the most knowledgeable sources. All members take part in continuous professional development every year which means that the information and advice given will be up to date and in line with current rules and regulations.
We are here to make arranging the funeral as simple and stress free as possible. Whatever you want or whatever you need we will do our very best to ensure that you and your loved one get it.
Direct Cremations
Becoming ever more popular due to the low cost we are able to arrange a direct cremation for your loved one. This is an unattended funeral where you will receive the cremated remains after the service which is on a date chosen by us. A standard coffin is used and the cremation will usually occur at the local crematorium.
Simple and Bespoke Cremations
We will arrange the cremation at a crematorium of your choice, you will be given choices of funeral vehicles, coffins and your choice of celebrant or Minister. Everything is decided by the family during the arrangement. With an attended cremation like our simple or bespoke ones you will have access to our Chapel of Rest to spend some time with your loved one.
Burials
Our burials will include a service in the church if required, a choice of coffin and funeral vehicles. Every decision is made by the family and tailored to your requirements. *Please note that for burials in Gravesend that you will not be able to purchase a new plot in Gravesend cemetery and that the burial would have to take place in Northfleet Cemetery*.
Ashes Interment
Once the funeral is over and you decide what you would like to do with the cremated remains we will be happy to assist you with any requests for the interment of ashes or ordering some scatter tubes for the scattering.