At Daniel Robinson & Sons, we have a total commitment to the service of the bereaved and the care of the deceased. We understand that this is a difficult time and are available whenever you need us. We are a family run business, offering a personal, professional service, delivered by our friendly team with empathy and dedication. We treat every person and every funeral as unique, and our clients receive the utmost care and attention.
The business was first established in 1892 when Daniel Robinson bought a building company in Stansted, where he began to make coffins and to arrange funerals. In 1912 he purchased another in Bishop’s Stortford where he also arranged funerals and supplied memorials. By the year 2000, the company had grown to include offices in Harlow, Great Dunmow, Sawbridgeworth, Braintree and Epping. Today, we help people across Essex and Hertfordshire, with further funeral homes in Halstead, Loughton, Old Harlow and Waltham Abbey. The business is owned mainly by the third generation of the family founder, Daniel Robinson. Gary Neill, BCAv, MBIE, is the Managing Director of the Company and is based at the Head Office in Bishop’s Stortford. The Halstead office opened in May 2007 in Trinity Street, incorporating Derek Holmes Funeral Service, before moving to 31 High Street in 2019. The premises have been lovingly renovated, with a warm and welcoming feel. To the rear of the building there is a beamed ceiling Chapel of Rest where services may be held if wished. Sandy, Donna and the team will be very happy to meet with you, whether it is here in one of our arrangement rooms, or in the comfort of your own home. Derek Holmes remains involved in the business as Funeral Consultant, and conducts many of our funerals.
