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G H Dovener & Son Funeral Services

G H Dovener & Son Funeral Services

5.0(51 reviews)See reviews ↓·Leeds

About the company

G H Dovener & Son Funeral Services was established in 1937 and was originally a packing case manufacturer in Weaver Street, Leeds. George Stanley Hawkswell Dovener opened as Funeral Directors in North Lane. George Dovener served as President of the National Association of Funeral Directors. The funeral home opened at its current location in 2012. The business provides funeral services within the community of Leeds, West Yorkshire.

A sign language service is available. The business offers an affordable prepaid funeral plan called Choice. G H Dovener is a sister funeral home of Dodgson. Helen Fuller is a Funeral Arranger who joined the team in October 2022. Clare McLean is a Funeral Arranger who joined the team in July 2025. The business is part of Funeral Partners Limited.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Compassion, patience and unhurried guidance are the qualities that surface most often in accounts left for this Leeds funeral director, where arranging a funeral is repeatedly described as straightforward even by families with no prior experience. Helen attracts frequent praise for the reassurance she gave from the first meeting onwards, and Clare and Kirsty are thanked in similar terms for their empathy and steady advice. On the day itself, David and his team are remembered for respectful, attentive conduct, with several reviewers noting that every detail was managed with care from the initial call through to collecting a loved one afterwards.

Ceremonies are described as thoughtful celebrations of a life, at times led by a celebrant, and families report that proceedings went off without a hitch. Those who have returned for repeat arrangements mention consistent standards over the years, and the pricing is described as fair by the reviewers who comment on it. Cremation services and funeral home arrangements are the work most often discussed, with the personal touch and unhurried communication standing out as what families valued most.

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Reviews

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Annie8 April 2026

Helen, Clare and all the team are beyond professional, empathetic and helpful. I couldn’t rate them highly enough. From the initial distressing phone call to collecting my beloved Mum after her funeral they went the extra mile. You need to look no further.

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Daniel Pye21 March 2026

The team at Dovener's did an absolutely incredible job for my Dad's funeral from first contact through organising the service and follow up contact with the family. I couldn't speak highly enough of the team, and Helen, Clare and Lee in particular were fantastic, going out of their way to provide as much support as was needed. Really happy that we chose them over competitors. The entire service was really personal and special. 10/10

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Anna Vollans25 February 2026

I want to say that you to all the team. It has been the hardest of times and your kindness throughout has been massively appreciated. I had no experience of making funeral arrangements and you made everything so easy and dealt with us, throughout, with compassion. Thank you!

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Shirley Porteus20 January 2026

I highly recommend this Funeral Director. Clare and Helen couldn't have been more helpful. They guided us through the whole process from start to finish with sensitivity and understanding which resulted in a service my family, myself and indeed the guests were very happy with. Thank you

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Lynne Parker10 December 2025

Cannot praise this company enough! I have used this funeral company three times now, and each experience has been exceptional. Their service is consistently excellent, with a genuine personal touch that brings comfort during difficult times. Every detail is handled with care and professionalism. I truly appreciate the compassion and dedication of the staff. A special mention for Clair who was just lovely.

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Joanna Haynes1 October 2025

Thank you so much to Helen and Clare who have looked after the family so well at a difficult time. Their sympathetic, patient and gentle guidance through the process of arranging the funeral was gratefully appreciated. The day itself was the wonderful celebration of life we wanted, and went off without the slightest hitch. A highly professional team who we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.

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Ian Thurley13 August 2025

A very professional and courteous service, keeping us informed at every step and helping us to make rational choices in difficult times. Everything ran like clockwork on the day, the order of service was exemplary and they come highly recommended. The funeral arranger was friendly and helpful - a great comfort.

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