Proudly serving the communities of Birmingham and its surrounding areas for over 110 years, via our funeral homes in South Yardley, Castle Bromwich, Chelmsley Wood, Kingstanding, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield and Erdington. There are many different types of funerals to choose from, there is no right or wrong way to do them, just the way that feels best.
They might be religious or non-religious, large or small and intimate. If you haven't yet decided what sort of service you would like, take a look at these ideas for unique and special ways to celebrate the life of a loved one, or speak to a member of our team. Our main aim is to help and guide you through the process.
They might be religious or non-religious, large or small and intimate. If you haven't yet decided what sort of service you would like, take a look at these ideas for unique and special ways to celebrate the life of a loved one, or speak to a member of our team. Our main aim is to help and guide you through the process.
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William H Painter Funeral Directors was established in 1907 when William H Painter, the owner of a horse-drawn taxi business, was helping a friend who asked to be taken to the nearest undertaker. We now serve communities across Birmingham and Solihull from our local network of funeral homes in Yardley, Castle Bromwich, Chelmsley Wood, Kingstanding, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield and Erdington.
Arranging a funeral can feel daunting, particularly if it's something you haven't had to do before. Here at William H Painter Funeral Directors we understand what a difficult time this is and it's our main aim to help and guide you through it. Funerals are incredibly personal so everything will be built around your needs.
This quote is an estimate for the costs of the type of funeral that you have selected. One of our experienced team would be happy to support you with any questions and further information to help you create the funeral for your loved one. You can download this quote and print it, email it to yourself, go back and edit any elements you wish to change or contact us to arrange an appointment.
Our South Yardley funeral home was established over 100 years ago in 1907 in a tiny cottage. Today, our much larger premises can be found just a short walk away on Yardley Road. We have free onsite parking and the number 11 bus route stops directly outside. Our nearest railway stations are Acocks Green and Stechford.
Our supportive team at William H Painter Funeral Directors in Castle Bromwich provides funeral services in Castle Bromwich, Water Orton, Bromford Lane, Stechford, Tile Cross, Kingshurst, Shard End and Chelmsley Wood. At one of the most emotional and difficult times of your life, our experienced team are here to support you and listen to your needs.
Reviews (9)
Amanda Slattery
Dec 03, 2021
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Katie and Victoria I can't thank you enough for taking very good care of our little baby girl Mimi the love you showed Mimi and us was outstanding Katie would make sure our baby would always have her dvds on like she always did at home with us or in the children's hospital the care you gave her made us feel at ease at a very very painful time for us down to the details on our baby girls specially made nemo casket to her service books she just knew what we wanted to make her day so so beautiful and special and the after care they gave me was just beautiful from the bottom of our hearts thank you
Richard-Lee Ansermoz
Oct 27, 2021
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The service and attention from the staff here was amazing when I arranged a service through them for my mom. They were utterly professional in every detail, helping me through the difficult decisions and ensuring what we wanted on the day was met with precision planning, carried out by them on the day exactly as desired.
I can not speak highly enough of this company or thank them enough for making the day a fitting tribute to my mom.
I can not speak highly enough of this company or thank them enough for making the day a fitting tribute to my mom.
Ray Yule
Apr 06, 2021
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My mother recently passed away unexpectedly, this was a real shock. As a family we have always used WH Painter so there was never a question on who we would use to take care of mom.
Although we buried my father 6 years ago this was a very different situation, I had mom by my side then but this time it was me making sure I did everything I could to give her the best send off possible and with the current COVID-19 it made the idea of arranging a funeral even more daunting.
I called WH Painter and left a message, Katie H called me back and as soon as I had spoken to her it was obvious I had made
Although we buried my father 6 years ago this was a very different situation, I had mom by my side then but this time it was me making sure I did everything I could to give her the best send off possible and with the current COVID-19 it made the idea of arranging a funeral even more daunting.
I called WH Painter and left a message, Katie H called me back and as soon as I had spoken to her it was obvious I had made
Joans Florist
Mar 30, 2021
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Tracy Lowry
Mar 25, 2021
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I could not recommend William H Painters highly enough.
Joan was our funeral arranger and guided us through the process in a professional, friendly, warm, caring and patient manner. She made, a situation that I'd never been through before, very easy and very smooth.
Joan recommended the officient, Rick. He read my moms eulogy in a relaxed and friendly way.
I'd also like to praise the printers for the beautiful orders of service.
I'd like to thank everyone involved, you all did us as a family, and my mom proud.
Joan was our funeral arranger and guided us through the process in a professional, friendly, warm, caring and patient manner. She made, a situation that I'd never been through before, very easy and very smooth.
Joan recommended the officient, Rick. He read my moms eulogy in a relaxed and friendly way.
I'd also like to praise the printers for the beautiful orders of service.
I'd like to thank everyone involved, you all did us as a family, and my mom proud.
Linda Hunt
Feb 20, 2021
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I cannot thank painters enough for the way they handled my brothers funeral, Ray was very professional, all our family agree he should be proud of what he does, thanks to Donna my brother looked at peace and I couldn't believe how lovely he looked, thank you kate for how u organising things , honestly you should all feel very proud of yourselves, much respect to all the team, thank you from the bottom of our hearts .
Andy Stevens
Oct 03, 2020
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All the staff at William painters go above and beyond at such a difficult time , Joan organised the funeral for us , she was always available to answer any questions and reassurance and accommodated as much as she could for us given the difficult times due to covid . She is a lovely person and showed nothing but respect and compassion for our family it was so nice to have our own dedicated person to contact so easily.
The actual funeral went as perfectly as it could the staff who attended were so respectful throughout , Katie was there on the day to oversee everything and looked after us as did
The actual funeral went as perfectly as it could the staff who attended were so respectful throughout , Katie was there on the day to oversee everything and looked after us as did
J. B.
Jul 29, 2020
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The funeral of my grandmother was wonderful. Everything went to plan and it was a lovely send off that she deserved & the day went well. Me and my family are eternally grateful for that.
However, I’m very upset and disappointed in the fact we had the interment of her ashes today, but upon receiving her ashes, the plaque attached on top of the box was engraved with the wrong date of death. This was obviously pulled off the box as we did not want her buried with a wrongly engraved plaque attached. Also there was some cello tape attached on the plaque, upon removing, part of the lettering come
However, I’m very upset and disappointed in the fact we had the interment of her ashes today, but upon receiving her ashes, the plaque attached on top of the box was engraved with the wrong date of death. This was obviously pulled off the box as we did not want her buried with a wrongly engraved plaque attached. Also there was some cello tape attached on the plaque, upon removing, part of the lettering come
Garry Green
Jul 09, 2020
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Excellent professional, caring, and compassionate staff both from the initial meeting to discuss our needs and requirements to the staff on the ground on the day of the service
No pressure on any issues and all options explained with costs for us to decide on. The Yardley branch organised everything for us which is a tremendous help when a bereavement occurs and removes a lot of pressure one is under at the time. Highly recommended
No pressure on any issues and all options explained with costs for us to decide on. The Yardley branch organised everything for us which is a tremendous help when a bereavement occurs and removes a lot of pressure one is under at the time. Highly recommended
