F.M. & J. Wait Funeral Directors are here to support you if a loved one has just passed away and you need help arranging the funeral. We offer a range of funerals to suit your needs. You can find out more below or give us a call to discuss.
F.M. & J. Wait Funeral Directors have served the community of Lichfield for over 200 years, through five generations of the Wait family. We are here to help you to arrange the perfect farewell for your loved one, ensuring a funeral service that is exactly as you want it to be.
Our funeral professionals are dedicated to making things a little bit easier for you during a difficult time, and they are on hand to give you any advice or guidance you might need.
Our funeral home is situated in a grade two listed building, originally built with ship's timber, complete with Stoke porcelain signage, and the interior is tastefully decorated, to help you feel at ease when you visit us.
Whenever you need us most, we will never be more than a phone call away. We are always here to offer you our full support.
To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 01543263138 today.
Meet our team
As the longest established Funeral Directors in Lichfield, and now having branches in Tamworth, Swadlincote and Stapenhill, our reputation has been built up and maintained for over 200 years and 5 generations. The team continue to provide the same professional and personal Care and service as we always have, and it remains at the heart of all we do. Our experienced staff will guide you through every aspect of your funeral arranging with kindness, compassion and professionalism.
With two packages available, we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.
If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.
The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.
Attended Funeral
£2,295
(Includes our Park Coffin)
Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation, doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister
£1,132
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£3,427
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.
Unattended Cremation
£1,295
(Includes our Park Coffin)
(Includes cost of cremation)
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£1,295
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.
Attended Funeral
£2,295
(Includes our Park Coffin)
Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation, doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister
£1,132
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£3,427
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.
Unattended Cremation
£1,295
(Includes our Park Coffin)
(Includes cost of cremation)
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£1,295
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
We are a short walk from the George Hotel and the Kings Head public house.
There is parking at the rear on Sandford Street (WS13 6QA) with public parking off Bird Street.
Very personal, we were shown respect, care and consideration by the 3 members of staff that we had more contact with. Wendi is an absolute Angel she always made me feel that I was the most important person to her when of course I realise she has a job to do and probably was incredibly busy, I was never made to feel under any pressure .Rebecca was paitient and caring and helped us with thinking about what was best for us, and sadly I can’t remember the man’s name that walked my husband up our road but he was so kind and clearly in control of the day. We appreciate all that was done for us and we felt that we couldn’t have had a better service for Michael .
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
It’s good to hear that you and the family received helpful guidance through this time. Thank you for highlighting a member of our team who has made a difference to your personal experience. All feedback is greatly appreciated.
Mrs Lesley S.
September 21, 2022
All staff we’re very professional and considerate to our needs as a family, we felt Linda went above and beyond to ensure we were able to get mums funeral on the date we wanted.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Thank you for the kind comments posted on your online review. I am pleased that all of the arrangements were carried out to your satisfaction and the staff went above and beyond to deliver the service you expected. It is always good to hear that individual members of our team have provided a service to you to the best of their ability.
Mr William J.
August 26, 2022
Everyone showed such kindness, we would like to thank Vicky for everything
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Your feedback is so valuable to us and we would like to say thank you.
Mrs Pippa N.
August 26, 2022
Everything went very well and to time. The staff were very helpful and friendly, particularly Linda, who was at the end of the phone when I needed her. I would definitely recommend them.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am pleased to hear that our team were so kind and caring to your family. Thank you for this positive recommendation, it is greatly appreciated.
Mr Anthony B.
August 17, 2022
Thank you for helping us through our hardest time. Right from the start you put us at ease and fully supported us all the way through the whole process. I travelled back from overseas and my first email correspondence with Wendi before I arrived in UK was reassuring and caring. Once back in the UK Linda looked after us - she was so lovely and kind contacting and helping my Dad and answering any queries etc - really approachable if we needed anything at all. When we visited my mum it was done in such a respectful way - liked how whenever I visited she was in the same chapel - just thoughtful little things like that mean so much. The day of the funeral Mark and the team of gentlemen were brilliant - so respectful and professional. You could tell they all genuinely cared, which is really appreciated. We couldn’t fault them - thank you to all involved. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend F M & J Waits.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Thank you for your thoughtful and detailed review. It is incredibly helpful to other families in the same circumstances as yourself. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time and to hear that you found our staff to be professional and respectful. It means a great deal when people take the time to share their experience and to highlight individuals in the team who have made a difference.
Mr David B.
August 10, 2022
I'm grateful for the opportunity to provide my opinion of the way Linda and the staff at Wait Funeral Directors conducted the funeral for my late wife Janet.
The whole process from start to finish was handled with utmost professionalism, courtesy and sympathy. Everything possible was done to make a distressing time for myself and my family more comfortable to endure.
Communication from them was very good and all requests from myself and the family were handled with grace and pleasantness.
The service at Chase Crematorium was excellent and we had many, many good comments from attendees. Linda's recommendation of the Reverend for the service was perfect as he did an outstanding job.
I would have no hesitation in recommending their services to anyone.
David Brierley
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
We know how special each person is and aim to convey this in all aspects of our work from the arrangements to the day of the service. It has been a privilege to support your family and care for your Wife. We are proud of the whole team. Thank you for highlighting a member of our team who has made a difference to your personal experience and for this positive recommendation, it is greatly appreciated.
Mr Martin S.
July 20, 2022
The staff at Lichfield were really helpful guiding us through a very difficult time throughout.
If it wasn’t for there helpfulness & empathy it would have been a much more harder process to get through.
Linda was exceptional.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
It’s good to hear that you and the family received helpful guidance through this time. Thank you for highlighting a member of our team who has made a difference to your personal experience. All feedback is greatly appreciated.
Mr Andrew B.
May 17, 2022
Perfect from start to finish. thank you all.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Our team are here to provide the highest level of service for you and we are happy this was achieved. Your feedback is valued.
Mr Michael B.
March 30, 2022
Our family were treated with respect and control through out our correspondence with the office
They listened to our wishes and carried out the families request
The team were wonderful through what is a sad time
we were informed at every stage to what would happen
The director for the day of the service phoned me the day before to run through it all and make sure we were happy with it all
Thanks to all the staff at the Lichfield office
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
I am pleased to hear that you found our staff to be professional and respectful. We understand how important it is to keep families informed and I'm pleased that our team did exactly that for you.
Mr Chris G.
February 20, 2022
In 2021, I lost both my Mum and brother. Wait’s had looked after my Dad back in 1984, so returning to them was an obvious choice. Although no longer a family firm, but part of Dignity, the level of care, compassion and professionalism was simply faultless.
Every member of the team that we dealt with were outstanding. Having their support made the most difficult of times less stressful and I am grateful for everything Mark and the team did.
Chris Genders
February 2022
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Thank you for entrusting us with the care of another loved one. We are happy that we provided an important service to you through this difficult time and it's so good to hear that we gave you outstanding support from the branch.
Mr Michel B.
May 20, 2021
The service we received was FIRST class. Anything and everything that we needed to know we explained, clearly. From ordering the pre funeral arrangements to the actual ceremony 5 STAR . We would recommend Wait funeral service, in making a sad day into a pleasant day to remember. A special thanks to a lady called Linda , she helped from the ordering to the service. Thank you all
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Thank you for your thoughtful and detailed review. It is incredibly helpful to other families in the same circumstances as yourself. We know how special each person is and aim to convey this in all aspects of our work from the arrangements to the day of the service. Your kind words mean a great deal to the team who always work very hard to deliver great care.
Mrs Tracey W.
May 11, 2021
From the very beginning Linda was very helpful and compassionate and did everything she could to help us through our grief particularly in these very difficult times,
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Thank you for your comments left as part of your online review. I am glad that our team were there to guide you through the arrangements for your loved one at such a difficult time.
Miss Patricia B.
February 16, 2021
Absolutely first class, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable service from all the staff at F M & J WAIT. From the day of bereavement, to the funeral, to the aftercare, everyone at Waits conducted a dignified, empathetic service. Linda in the office arranged the funeral service perfectly along with our Minister. The flowers and Order of Service booklets were exquisite. Linda arranged a videographer to live stream and video the service, enabling many who couldn't attend to watch at home be with us in spirit. This made a tremendous difference and huge thanks for putting us in touch with Ian Wilkinson.
Mark and his team provided a dignified, graceful service at the Crematorium and helped us afterwards. I appreciated a call from Mark the previous day, reassuring me of the Covid measures and exactly what we should do on arrival. It was all truly dignified.
Linda was in touch the next day to find out how we felt and a lady from Dignity rang 2 weeks later to see if we were still alright. We were so impressed that they all went the extra mile, knowing how busy they are in the pandemic.
I have huge praise and thanks to FM & J Wait staff for their care.Thank you.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Thank you for your thoughtful and detailed review. It is incredibly helpful to other families in the same circumstances as yourself. We know how special each person is and aim to convey this in all aspects of our work from the arrangements to the day of the service. The team will be very pleased to hear that their care and support made a difference to your family.
Ms Rachel C.
November 26, 2020
The service provided by F M & J Wait was second to none whilst arranging my Dad’s funeral recently, under the extremely difficult circumstances we are all currently experiencing.
From the start everyone was professional and respectful, acting swiftly and considerately whilst understanding that I wasn’t always able to make a decision due to grief. I never felt hurried and there was always a listening ear at the end of the phone.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Thank you so much for this lovely review which means all the more at this very challenging time. The team are working very hard to ensure that each family receives outstanding care and I am so glad their dedication has given you the service you needed.
Mr Jack B.
November 26, 2020
Professional and caring, hassle free service.
Delivered what they promised.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
We are very proud of our team and the care they give and it means the world when we hear from the families that we have looked after. Thank you for your review.
Miss Samantha B.
September 2, 2020
I can't thank them enough for the service they provided. No question was too big or too small. Linda helped arrange the funeral and she made sure all of our wishes were dealt with, she was a great help. The team on the day of the funeral were great too, they were very friendly but also professional.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
We are incredibly grateful that you took the time to leave us this review. It’s good to hear that you and the family received helpful guidance through this time and that we managed to make the day run as smoothly as possible for you.
Mrs Donna M.
February 11, 2020
I found them to be helpful, caring and personal. Would highly recommend.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Thank you for sharing your experience with us on your online review.
Mr Paul N.
February 5, 2020
A very professional and courteous service at a time of sadness to the family
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Thank you for sharing your views with us on your online review.
Mr Michael C.
August 15, 2019
Linda who organised it was very thoughtfu & sensitive to my feelings, sorry I cannot remember the names of the staff but the day went very well.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time and that the service was carried out to your satisfaction.
Mr Kevin B.
August 9, 2019
Very professional service.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
Thank you for taking the time to send us your online review. Your feedback is always valuable to us.
Response from F.M. & J. Waits
It’s good to hear that you and the family received helpful guidance through this time. Thank you for highlighting a member of our team who has made a difference to your personal experience. All feedback is greatly appreciated.