"We felt completely looked after. Your level of sensitivity and awareness, alongside professionalism, practical support and attention to detail was truly phenomenal."

Stephanie

Heart & Soul Funerals

As an independent funeral company in Buckfastleigh and Totnes, we’re proud to have supported our local communities across South Hams, since 1990. 

 Our beautiful premises are located beside the River Dart, where we care for people who've died. Here, in this peaceful spot, we host funeral services in our stone barn, which all clients are welcome to use. 

​We have a deeply rooted set of values which run through all aspects of our work. We are gentle, thoughtful and inclusive. 

 

About Us

Why choose Heart & Soul Funerals

More than 25 years ago we realised that an increasing number of people were looking for a different funeral experience, a more individual and personal funeral.

The funeral would reflect the life, values and beliefs of the person who died and their close circle. There could be more opportunity to be involved and time to work out what feels right for you; a chance to bring personal and meaningful elements into this important and poignant event.

Birte, Paul and the team abide by these principles still, whether you want a funeral that is simple or flamboyant, traditional or modern, religious or secular, cremation or burial. We give you time to explore ideas, we listen to you carefully, we use our practical expertise to carry out your wishes to the letter.​​​

If you have an immediate need for the person who has died to be brought into the care of a funeral director, we are open twenty four hours a day and seven days a week to help with this. We cover an area which includes South Hams, Teignbridge, Dartmoor, Torbay, Plymouth and Exeter, with our main premises in Buckfastleigh and a shop in Totnes.

Our services and your choices

We provide a wide range of services, including low cost options, traditional and natural burial, attended or unattended cremation. We can also help if you are looking ahead and exploring your own funeral wishes. 

​We'll be guided by you and always work at your pace. ​

  • My heartfelt thanks for everything you did for us. Your compassion and sensitivity have been a huge help to us all.

    Michael Spencer

  • Thank you for all you did to make Ann’s funeral so special and personal. Everything felt right.    

    Sally Trickett

  • I want to tell you how grateful we are for the very generous help, wise counsel and support you gave. It couldn’t have been done better.

    David Craddock

  • Your compassion and sensitivity have been a huge help to us all.

    M. S.

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