Our aim is to make each funeral personal, unique and representative of both the loved one lost and those making the funeral arrangements. Full support and advice will be given along each step - before, during and after the funeral. Owned and managed by Nicholas O'Hara, wife Jackie, son Anthony and daughter Natalie, we are proud to run a truly independent family business.
When you need us, our family really is here for your family. At Nicholas O'Hara Funeral Directors we believe in maintaining the highest levels of service possible, in all areas of our business; from caring for the deceased, to assisting and advising the bereaved with all due care and sensitivity.
When you need us, our family really is here for your family. At Nicholas O'Hara Funeral Directors we believe in maintaining the highest levels of service possible, in all areas of our business; from caring for the deceased, to assisting and advising the bereaved with all due care and sensitivity.
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Nicholas entered the funeral profession at 15 years old and by the age of 20 had gained diplomas in both Funeral Directing and Embalming. Nicholas started the business, along with his parents in 1974 and right from the beginning he established the ethos that we still adhere to today; an unwavering commitment to high standards and very personal levels of service afforded to every family we support.
An ever growing side to our business is the request and need for people to pre-arrange their funeral. There are many advantages to doing this: most importantly it gives you the opportunity to lay down all your wishes and instructions for your funeral; from whether you are buried or cremated, to which hymns or music you would like.
Our drive and motivation today is still the same as it was in the beginning; to give to all families the highest standard of care, facilities and help in their times of need. At Nicholas O'Hara, all of our Funeral Directors are highly experienced and all are practiced in arranging funerals for families of all faiths and in handling all types of personal requests.
Burial is still a popular option for families. It is normally possible for a person to be buried either in their local parish or borough, or a burial ground of their choice. Choosing a place for your loved one to be buried is an important part of the process and we will advise you of the burial grounds available and arrange for you to visit them if you wish to choose a final resting place.
The death of someone important to us will probably be one of the most difficult experiences we ever have to face. Grief is what we feel after a significant loss such as bereavement and our feelings of grief can take many forms, including sadness, anger, relief, depression and many others. Everyone experiences grief differently and there is no 'normal' or 'right' way to grieve.
Reviews (10)
Linnette Maidment
Dec 10, 2021
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Jayne Oliver
May 01, 2021
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I cannot praise this amazing family business enough. From the moment Philip arrived to collect my beautiful Mum from her home to take her into their care, the professionalism I experienced was second to none. I was kept informed and supported every step of the way. Everyone who attended the funeral or watched via webcast said it was the most beautiful service they had ever seen. Chris Antell captured my Mum perfectly in his words to "Betty". Natalie designed the order of service perfectly, the extra little touches meant so much. I found comfort that I could visit Mum at the Verwood chapel of rest
Rosie Gayler
Sep 06, 2020
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Josh Crewe
Sep 02, 2020
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Mick Perrett
Nov 21, 2019
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Tracie Gregory
Aug 14, 2019
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Atalanta Trevelyan
Jul 20, 2019
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Bms
Nov 25, 2018
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My older brother died recently and it was suggested by the care home that we contact this firm of funeral directors. We were so glad we took up the recommendation. They were absolutely wonderful. The person who looked after us was Anthony O'Hara and he was superb - compassionate, thoughtful, organised, all in a very sensitive, understated way. It seems strange to say it for a funeral but it was a pleasure to have him lead us through what we had to do. I can't thank him enough.
Lynne Kirby
Sep 21, 2017
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Sean Baker
Nov 16, 2016
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