When I first popped in to see Pip, hoping to find a Funeral Director willing to give me a chance, and make a start with my business as a celebrant, she welcomed me inside, with the warmest smile I’d ever seen. I knew then that she would be someone I’d be grateful to work with.
Fast forward to now, and I am proud to say, that we have worked alongside one another, for almost two years.
Pip is hugely invested in the service she provides, and ensures every funeral service goes without a hitch. I have witnessed the care, diginity and respect she shows all of her families; from her first arrangement with them, until long after the day of their loved one’s funeral service, not to mention, her organisation and attention to detail is remarkable.
I recommend entrusting your loved ones to her very professional and empathetic care, without hesitation.

Hi my name is Debbie what can I say about Philippa Howitt-Smith? She is the most amazing person I can think of – caring, considerate and so thoughtful. She looks after people as if they are family, not as a customers. She organised my sons funeral two years ago when she was with Mears, and I will never go anywhere else but to any funeral directors that Philippa is with. I will be letting my family and friends know that Philippa is now with Widmer End Funeral Directors, so that’s where I’ll be going from now on. I cannot thank her enough for what she has done for me and my younger son, who also thinks the world of Philippa.
Thank you so much
Debbie and Lucas

Our Mother passed away in November 2023 and having looked at various funeral directors and discussions with my husband and sister, we decided to go with Mears of Aylesbury. In the end, the reason we picked them was attention and kindness shown to us from Pip (Philippa) from the very first meeting.
From the start of the process to arranging the actual funeral, Pip was our constant guide, helping us choose all the details including recommending an excellent Celebrant.
Throughout , Pip was kind, patient and very professional and we would recommend her with no hesitation at all. I am sure that Pip will show the same qualities in her new company.

I am pleased to personally recommend Philippa for her exceptional work in funeral services. Having worked alongside her at the funeral directors next to my business in Kingsbury Square, I have been consistently impressed by her passionate and empathetic approach.
Philippa’s compassion and support for families during their most difficult times have not gone unnoticed by me and my staff. Her dedication to treating each deceased client with dignity and respect, while ensuring that every detail is taken care of, offering families the peace of mind that their loved one’s funeral will run smoothly.
I have no hesitation in recommending Philippa’s services to anyone in need, now or in the future.

As a civil celebrant supporting professional, trustworthy and compassionate funeral directors is very important to me. Pip at Widmer End & District ticks all of those boxes. I can’t recommend her highly enough.

We would like to thank Pip for all the help and support she provided us as we planned my father’s funeral. Her attention to detail meant that the day went exactly to plan and although it was a sad occasion, we were able to give Dad the perfect send-off. We highly recommend her services

Theresa & Mrs Lloyd

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