Oliver & James Funeral Directors

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Oliver & James Funeral Directors

4 Church Street, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 8BL

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Previously H. J. Knapp & Sons Funeral Directors, we have joined fellow funeral homes in Oxfordshire to create Oliver & James Funeral Directors.

Previously H. J. Knapp & Sons Funeral Directors, we have joined fellow funeral homes in Oxfordshire to create Oliver & James Funeral Directors. We understand that life with those you love is incredibly personal and the need for a farewell which truly reflects and celebrates the life they lived is incredibly important. It is our duty and privilege to support local families in our cherished Oxfordshire community during one of the most difficult times of their lives. At our funeral home, you can expect the utmost respect from our team as we offer the advice and guidance you are looking for during this funeral journey. Whether you are new to funeral planning or if you have previously arranged a funeral, our team are on hand to answer any questions you may have and plan with you a fitting service for your loved one.

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Prices and Packages

At Need Funeral - Standardised Pricing List.

ATTENDED FUNERAL (funeral director’s charges only)

£ 2,395.00

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Taking care of all necessary legal and administrative arrangements	£633.00
Collecting and transporting the deceased person from the place of death (normally within 15 miles of the funeral director’s premises) into the funeral director’s care	£229.00
Care of the deceased person before the funeral in appropriate facilities.	£898.00
Providing a suitable coffin	£250.00
Viewing of the deceased person for family and friends, by appointment with the funeral director (where viewing is requested by the customer)	£5.00
At a date and time you agree with the funeral director, taking the deceased person direct to the agreed cemetery or crematorium (normally within 20 miles of the funeral director’s premises) in a hearse or other appropriate vehicle	£380.00

UNATTENDED FUNERAL

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Burial (funeral director’s charges only)	POA
Cremation (funeral director’s charges plus the cremation fee)²	£1,295.00

FEES YOU MUST PAY

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For an Attended or Unattended burial funeral, the burial fee.¹ In this local area, the typical cost of the burial fee for local residents is: For a new grave, you will also need to pay for the plot; for an existing grave with a memorial in place, you may need to pay a removal/replacement fee. In addition, the cemetery may charge a number of other fees.	£215.00
For an Attended cremation funeral, the cremation fee.² In this local area, the typical cost of a cremation for local residents is:	£1,140.00

ADDITIONAL FUNERAL DIRECTOR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

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Additional mileage (price per mile)	£2.25
Additional transfers of the deceased person’s body (e.g. to their home, to a place of worship etc.) (price per transfer)	POA
Collection and delivery of ashes	£0.00
Embalming	£150.00
Funeral officiant (e.g. celebrant, minister of religion etc.)	POA
Limousine	POA

The funeral director can give you a full list of what they can supply. They are likely to charge for these additional products and services, so you may choose to take care of some arrangements without their involvement, or you can use a different supplier.

1. This fee (which is sometimes called the interment fee) is the charge made for digging and closing a new grave, or for reopening and closing an existing grave.

2. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, you will usually need to pay doctors’ fees as well. This is the charge for two doctors to sign the Medical Certificates for Cremation.

Prices correct as from 15/04/2024and may be subject to change. E & O.E.