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Greg Hodgkinson Funeral Directors is an independent, family-owned business proudly serving the communities of Lancaster, Garstang and the surrounding area's. With funeral homes in both locations, we are dedicated to offering a personal and compassionate service tailored to meet the unique needs of each family. Our caring, approachable team ensures continuity of care, providing the same level of dedicated support from your first contact with us until the end. We offer a wide range of funeral services, including traditional burials, cremations at various crematoria, and natural woodland burials for those seeking an eco-friendly option. We also cater to all types of services, whether you prefer a religious ceremony, a humanist service, or a celebration of life. As an independent funeral director, we take pride in delivering bespoke services that reflect our values of empathy, integrity, and personal attention. Whether you are in Lancaster, Garstang or any of the surrounding areas, you can trust us to provide unwavering guidance and care during one of life’s most difficult times.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Greg and his team are first rate and helped guide us along the path at this sad time.

Greg and his team recently helped with the burial of my dear sister. We were kept informed at every stage and all the staff showed a deep respect and care for her. Diane and Tracey were so kind and empathetic when we contacted and visited the funeral home in Garstang and helped ease the situation and take away the stress. On the day of the funeral, Greg and the pallbearers were incredibly respectful to my sister and the friends and relatives who came to say their final goodbyes. Greg himself look so regal in his top hat and we couldn't have wished for more attention and understanding. The follow up communications have also been second to none. I couldn't recommend their services more highly. Thank you all so much.

April 8, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you

I apologize for my english because it can be a little incorrect . I am a Polish caregiver who cared for a wonderful man for many years, my beloved client, Gary Leck who diedc20.09 .25 . I would like to thank Greg Hodgkinsons Funerals for their care, kindness, and professionalism in organizing my client's funeral. Gary had no family, and after the death of his parents, he was placed under the care of my company Haven Group in Morecambe . His death was a very difficult experience for us, and we really wanted his final journey to be as peaceful as possible. During such a difficult time, your help, professionalism, and attention to detail were of immense importance to the small but loving team of Gary's staff, for whom Gary was like family. You organized everything with tremendous care and respect, which resulted in a beautiful, intimate ceremony. I'd like to thank the lady from the Garnstag office who accompanied the Gary ceremony , but I also want to special thank another wonderful person: the Alison - woman who officiated the ceremony, who prepared a heartfelt and beautiful speech to make the ceremony full of meaning and emotion. I'm incredibly grateful for the support you've given us, and on behalf of the staff. I thank you all so much. Beata Sikorska

October 14, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service

Greg and his entire team were amazing. From the very first contact out of hours, right through the entire proceedings, and afterwards. They were able to advise us on other available services, (florist/celebrant etc) but there was no pushy sales techniques. They treated the whole family with the utmost respect and dignity at all times. What was an extremely difficult time, was made that much easier with their care, and we will be forever grateful to them. Thank you so much from all the family

July 9, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Went above and beyond

Greg went absolutely above and beyond to assist us with putting us in touch with relevant people locally for a ceremony to bury my father in law's ashes, after parts of our plans fell through last minute. He responded to our query outside working hours and despite there being no financial interest for him. He was kind, helpful, and compassionate.

I would therefore feel confident predicting that you would be in very safe hands if working with him on a paid basis.

Thank you!

August 19, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and Compassionate

I just wanted to thank everyone for the way they looked after Maria, this was a real comfort to our family during this difficult time.

Roz, you were amazing. You really made us feel at ease when we visited and the comfort and compassion you showed to us all was really touching and comforting.
Greg, thank you, thank you, thank you. You and your team, put something really special together for Maria. You made sure that this came across in what was a truly emotional and heartfelt send off.
Thank you so much

August 5, 2025
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Reply from Greg Hodgkinson Funerals

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words. It was a privilege to care for Maria and to support you and your family during such a difficult time.

Roz will be truly touched to know that her compassion and warmth brought comfort when you needed it most. Greg and the team will also be deeply moved by your appreciation—it means a great deal to us all to know that Maria’s farewell felt personal and heartfelt.

Your message is genuinely appreciated by everyone here. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if we can be of any further support.

With our warmest regards,
The Lancaster Funeral Home Team

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Truly wonderful service.

Our family were so happy to have chosen this firm to take care of our mums funeral. Greg, Gary and Roz, (not forgetting the other people involved behind the scenes) were absolutely amazing and made the whole process so much easier during a very difficult time. The cost was also much less than we predicted and we felt like nothing was forced on us, and they took everything at our pace. Thank you from all the family

August 6, 2025
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Reply from Greg Hodgkinson Funerals

Thank you so much for your kind words. It truly means a great deal to us that your family felt supported and at ease throughout such a difficult time.

Greg, Gary, Roz, and all of our team—both front of house and behind the scenes—are honoured to have been able to care for your mum and assist your family with her funeral. We’re so pleased to hear that you felt the process was handled with sensitivity and at a pace that was right for you.

We’re also glad we could provide the support you needed without adding any financial pressure. Your trust in us is genuinely appreciated.

With heartfelt thanks,
The Lancaster Funeral Home Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Funeral directors

Lancaster funeral homes made the sadness of a loved one passing away just that little bit easier.
From our first phone contact the staff put us at ease and explained everything we needed to know.
The visit to the Funeral home was again fantastic. We had the cremation sorted so quickly and easily without any pressure selling of extras.
All I can say is thank you.

July 7, 2025
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Reply from Greg Hodgkinson Funerals

Thank you for taking the time to share such kind words during what we know is a very difficult period.

We’re truly pleased to hear that our team were able to offer you some comfort and clarity following your loss. From that first phone call to the arrangements at the funeral home, it’s so important to us that families feel supported, never rushed or pressured.

Your thanks mean a great deal to all of us here at Garstang Funeral Home. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s anything more we can do.

With warmest regards,
The Garstang Funeral Home Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dignity, compassion and professionalism

From the day mum passed away to the day she was laid to rest, we encountered nothing but compassion, kindness, dignity and professionalism from the team at Greg Hodgkinson Funerals in Garstang.

We dealt with Tracey, Diane and Greg and they made sure our wishes were adhered to and made valuable suggestions about the Order of Service and church protocols.

They helped us in making the arrangements directly with the vicar at St Helen's Church in Churchtown and others connected with the funeral service and churchyard burial.

We felt we were dealing with family friends which gave us all comfort and reassurance.

There was absolutely nothing we could have improved on. We are grateful for the advice and support we received from all the team at this very sad time.

We have no hesitation in recommending Greg Hodgkinson Funerals.

April 18, 2025
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Reply from Greg Hodgkinson Funerals

Thank you so much for your thoughtful and heartfelt message. It was an honour for us to support you and your family through such a deeply emotional time.

Tracey, Diane, Greg, and the entire team are truly touched by your kind words. We’re so pleased to hear that you felt cared for with compassion, dignity, and professionalism—this is exactly what we strive for with every family we serve.

It means a great deal to know that the support and guidance we offered, both with the Order of Service and the arrangements at St Helen’s Church, helped to ease the process for you. To be described as feeling like family friends is the highest compliment we could receive.

We’re sincerely grateful for your recommendation and send our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones.

With kind regards,
The Greg Hodgkinson Funerals Team – Garstang

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would most definitely recommend Greg…

I would most definitely recommend Greg Hodgkinson funeral directors they have been very supportive throughout my whole ordeal of planning funeral for my son Lewis
Have to also mention the assistance had from Roz on all planning much recommended
Also the obituary’s speaker recommended Jeffry Borrowdale did an excellent job too everything was perfect from beginning to end
Thank you all so much Angela

May 2, 2025
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Reply from Greg Hodgkinson Funerals

Thank you so much for your kind words during what must have been an incredibly painful and difficult time. We are truly sorry for your loss and honoured to have been able to support you in planning Lewis’s funeral.

Roz will be especially touched to know that her assistance brought you comfort, and we’re so pleased that Jeffrey Borrowdale was able to deliver a fitting tribute to Lewis. Your appreciation means a great deal to everyone involved.

It was a privilege to walk alongside you through this journey, and we’re grateful for your recommendation. Please know that we’re always here if you need anything.

With heartfelt sympathy,
The Lancaster Funeral Home Team

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Caring, thoughtful and professional

The family wanted to thank Greg Hodgkinsons Funerals for the care, thoughtfulness, and professionalism they put into arranging my brother’s funeral. During such a difficult time, their professionalism and attention to detail made all the difference, allowing us to focus on remembering our brother without added worry.Everything was handled with such care and respect, and we truly appreciated the effort Greg, his staff and Jeffry the celebrant put into making the service meaningful and comforting for all of us. We are so grateful for the support they gave us.

March 19, 2025
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Reply from Greg Hodgkinson Funerals

Thank you for taking the time to share such kind and thoughtful words. We’re truly sorry for your loss, and it was an honour to support you and your family in arranging your brother’s funeral.

Greg, the team, and Jeffrey the celebrant are all deeply touched to know that their care and attention helped bring some comfort during such a difficult time. We’re so pleased that the service felt meaningful and allowed you to focus on remembering your brother without added worry.

Your gratitude means a great deal to all of us. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if we can be of any further support in the future.

With warmest regards,
The Greg Hodgkinson Funerals Team – Garstang

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Service, Executed to Perfection

Outstanding Service, Executed to Perfection.
Following Dad’s passing the family wanted to ensure we selected a professional family company that would provide a perfect send off.
We are pleased to say that Greg, Roz and the team were exceptional - before, during and after the day and we couldn’t have asked for more.

The pre-planning and organization ensured a difficult day was perfectly timed - from the church service to the crematorium to the wake - it was evident a huge amount of prep goes on behind the scenes to deliver a 5star service.
Utterly professional, considerate, respectful, sincere and welcoming - a service we could not fault.

At the first meeting there was proactive action, pre-booking the crematorium and arranging Dad’s favourite car - a personal touch and bespoke service.
Greg, Roz and the team went above and beyond to make a difficult day run exactly to plan.
Overall the service represented excellent Value for Money.
They did Dad, the family and themselves proud.
We highly recommend selecting Greg, Roz and team to help in your darkest hour.
Thank you

October 11, 2024
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Reply from Greg Hodgkinson Funerals

Thank you so much for your generous and thoughtful words. We are truly sorry for your loss, and it was an honour to support you and your family in giving your dad the farewell he so richly deserved.

Greg, Roz, and the entire team are deeply touched by your feedback. We take great pride in ensuring every detail is handled with care, dignity, and respect, and it’s incredibly meaningful to know that our efforts helped ease the burden on such a difficult day.

We’re especially pleased that the personal touches—like arranging your dad’s favourite car—brought comfort to you and your family. It’s our belief that a truly bespoke and respectful service can make all the difference when saying goodbye to a loved one.

Thank you again for your kind recommendation and trust in us. Please know that we’re here if you ever need anything further.

With warmest regards,
The Lancaster Funeral Home Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect service!

The service we received from Greg and the team was nothing short of remarkable. Everyone was thorough, kind, understanding, clear and calm. They helped us navigate one of the most difficult times of our lives and this will not be forgotten. Thank you Greg and thank you Diane and everyone involved. Everything you did for our mum means the absolute world. You were truly exceptional from coming to collect her late on Christmas Day, to making her look beautiful, talking us through the funeral, leading the day and continuously checking in. If you are deliberating on who to choose, please choose this wonderful and local business.

January 18, 2025
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Reply from Greg Hodgkinson Funerals

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such heartfelt and kind words about your experience with Greg Hodgkinson Funeral Directors. We are truly honoured to have been able to support you and your family during such a difficult time.

It means the world to us to know that our team’s care and attention made a difference, and we’re especially grateful for your mention of Greg, Diane, and everyone involved. We understand how important it is to feel supported and reassured during these moments, and we’re glad we could provide that for you.

Your words about the care we provided for your mum are deeply touching, and we’re humbled to know that the small details, from being there on Christmas Day to helping guide you through the arrangements, brought you some comfort.

Thank you also for recommending us to others in such a thoughtful way. It truly means a great deal to us as a local, independent business. If there is ever anything we can do for you in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

With our warmest regards,
Greg Hodgkinson and the Team
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Greg Hodgkinson Funeral service has…

Greg Hodgkinson Funeral service has been of the highest reverence and thoughtfulness. Both with Greg and Roz.
My wife past away suddenly at the end of October, Roz was always available and able to discuss matters to do with the arrangements, details of the funeral and help with how I was coping with my sudden loss.
Greg also let me know that he was available any time of the day if I needed to talk or have a question.
The day of the funeral was a very smooth and dignified send off, made very special by all the staff involved.
The Celebrant Jeffrey Borradaile was also exceptional in the way he wrote and spoke.
We the family can't thank the whole team at Greg Hodgkinson's enough, the respect and care taken for my wife's funeral was all we could have asked for.
Thank you.
Mark Perry

November 29, 2024
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Reply from Greg Hodgkinson Funerals

Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words. It was an honour for us to support you and your family during such a difficult and sudden loss.

We are so glad to hear that Roz was able to provide you with the guidance and care you needed, and that you felt supported by us both throughout. It’s very important to us that families feel they can reach out at any time, and we’re pleased this was helpful to you.

We’re also touched to know that your wife’s funeral was a smooth and dignified farewell, and we will be sure to pass on your kind words to Jeffry for the beautiful service he created.

Thank you again for allowing us to be part of such an important moment. If we can assist you in any way moving forward, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

With warm regards,
Greg and Roz
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service with a family touch

Our Uncle passed away last December and as my cousin and I don’t live in Lancaster we didn’t have any idea who to contact and to be honest we didn’t really know what to do to arrange a funeral. I found several numbers online and this was the third I called and I knew from that first conversation that I need look no further! Their care and warmth started right from that first phone call when I was told it would be an honour to look after our Uncle and that he would be on safe hands. As I live in Essex this was so reassuring.

Everyone I spoke to on the phone was lovely and we were guided every step of the way. When we met Greg and we were going through the final plans for the day, he reassured us by saying “everyone will follow your lead on the day and all you two need to do is follow me” what a relief that was.

We were kept informed all the way through the process, provided with contact details for other services and options on price given as we needed them.

At such a sad time all people want is kindness and warmth and this is absolutely what we got.

Every detail was taken care of, our Uncle was treated with care and respect. The after care service is exemplary

At a time of sadness and grief I can honestly say that the whole experience from Greg and his lovely team was wonderful, thank you so much. Jennifer and Kate

November 22, 2024
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Reply from Greg Hodgkinson Funerals

Dear Jennifer and Kate,

Thank you for your incredibly kind and thoughtful words. It was truly our privilege to care for your Uncle and to support you both during such a difficult time. We are so glad to hear that you felt reassured and well-guided throughout the process, even from that first phone call.

Helping families navigate through all the arrangements with care and understanding is at the heart of what we do, and your feedback means so much to us. Knowing we were able to provide comfort and a sense of ease during such a challenging time is deeply humbling.

Thank you for entrusting us with such an important responsibility. If there’s ever anything more we can do for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

With warm regards,
Greg, Roz and the team at Lancaster Funeral Home

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