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John Heath & Sons

John Heath & Sons

5.0(123 reviews)See reviews ↓·Sheffield

About the company

John Heath & Sons is an independent family funeral directors business established in 1880. Adam and Jason Heath are the sixth generation of the Heath family to serve the Sheffield community, and the firm is still owned and run completely by its original family. It has been serving the people of Sheffield for 135 years. John Heath & Sons were founder members of the National Association of Funeral Directors. Adam Heath is a national spokesman on behalf of all members of the trade association and is also on the board of examiners. Both Jason and Adam Heath are fully qualified funeral directors.

The firm are members of the British Institute of Embalmers, The British Institute of Funeral Directors and founder members of the prestigious Selected Independent Funeral Homes. John Heath & Sons was the first firm of Funeral Directors in the provinces to build a Private Chapel. It still produces hand-crafted coffins in its own workshops from solid timber. The firm has expanded and acquired Chapels of Rest in Banner Cross, Crookes, Stannington, Penistone, Stocksbridge, Ecclesfield and Hollinsend. Services offered include cremation or burial, non-religious and humanist funerals, green and woodland funerals, and direct cremations.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

John Heath & Sons holds a 5 rating from 123 reviews. Reviewers consistently praise a genuinely family-run service, with James, Adam and the wider team noted for compassionate, dignified care and clear, transparent pricing. Several long-standing clients mention the firm remembering details from funerals arranged decades earlier, reflecting a personal continuity that reviewers say brought real comfort.

John Heath & Sons — Customer photo
John Heath & Sons — Customer photo
John Heath & Sons — Customer photo

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Nicola Hammond8 August 2026

I've been today for a visit with my grandad. they come today for a visit they come in to accommodate me when they arent open. They were so compassionate and understanding. Highly recommend

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Matthew1 July 2026

I’m a little late with this review as my mum’s funeral was back in November ‘25. However, upon finalising her affairs this week it occurred to me that I had never publicly commended John Heath & Sons. James looked after our arrangements and it was impressive to see that at our meeting he had a record of my father’s funeral thirty years ago including which member of the Heath family assisted us with that. A true family business. Everyone we encountered in making the arrangements for mum was a pleasure to deal with. From James himself, Emma who helped with the order of service and Roger who looked after us on the day. We felt very well looked after and I would have no hesitation in recommending the company.

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Leon Michael27 May 2026

John Heath & Sons were recommended to me, on the death of my uncle. We arranged the details of the funeral with Adam, with his son, James, directing on the day. We also interacted with Adam's daughter, Felicity, and Emma, in connection with the video tribute and Order of Service they compiled for us. Everyone was responsive, sensitive, and efficient throughout, and a difficult day passed smoothly, as a result. Our options were clear, and pricing was transparent.

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Bethany Cooper14 May 2026

I can not recommend John Heath and sons enough, I lost my dad last month and from the start John Heaths has been so helpful, Respectful and professional. James who managed my dad’s funeral was a massive help planning the funeral, he was kind and took his time with me to help and also sort the wake for me too taking extra pressure off me. I can’t thank you all enough, the day went perfect and everything ran smoothly and a lovely send off for my dad.

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Paul Dronfield6 May 2026

Following the funeral of Joan Worswick on Wednesday 29 April, our family would like to express our deepest gratitude for the care, compassion, and professionalism shown by John Heath during such a difficult time for our family. From our very first conversation with James, we were reassured that everything would be handled with understanding, dignity, and respect. Your gentle manner and thoughtful support allowed us to focus fully on honouring Joan’s memory. The journey to the Crematorium will always be remembered for the beautiful flowers, the rays of sunshine, and the reassuring smiles, moments that will remain a special memory in our hearts. The setting at Hutcliffe Wood and the service conducted by Robin Lockwood reflected Joan’s life perfectly and brought comfort to all who attended. We will always remember the kindness you showed us and the way you helped make a challenging process feel a little lighter. Thank you for going above and beyond to ensure that everything was just right. Your kindness and care were gifts we will always deeply appreciate. Joan’s Family

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SeacologyNZ27 April 2026

Adam and the team at John Heath & Sons were excellent to deal with at a tough time in our lives. They had excellent communication (despite living on the opposite site of the world). The ceremony went as described and we were all happy with the outcome. They arranged online options and played digital messaged from my brother and I at the service. Over all, great service and advice. Thanks.

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Jason Crookes19 March 2026

Thankyou to Heaths for their exceptional care and compassion at this difficult time . Their support,care and dignity they gave our beautiful mum and us were a great comfort . Adam , Colin , Felicity , Sue and Deborah their guidance throughout was immeasurable . Thankyiu for a beautiful last goodbye

Funeral directors in Sheffield compared

Ordered by rating, weighted by the number of reviews — businesses with only a handful of reviews do not jump to the top automatically. 9 businesses in this category in Sheffield are compared.

RankProviderRatingReviewsOpen Sat.
1John Heath & Sons (this page)★ 5,0123Yes
2J F Knight Independent Family Funeral Directors★ 5,0102Yes
3Tomlinson & Windley★ 5,059Yes
4W. J. HOYLAND & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS★ 5,020No
5C & A Reed Funeral Directors★ 4,942Yes
Contact
+441142722222www.johnheath.co.uk14 Earsham St, Sheffield S4 7LS
Working hours
Monday00:00–24:00
Tuesday00:00–24:00
Wednesday00:00–24:00
Thursday00:00–24:00
Friday00:00–24:00
Saturday00:00–24:00
Sunday00:00–24:00