Funeral Directors in Braintree, Essex

Chelmsford Star Co-operative Funeral Services has two branches in Braintree: one is in George Yard, right in the town centre, where people are welcome to come and see us to discuss funeral arrangements.

The other is in light and relaxing surroundings in Clare Road, a former modern church. This branch offers not only a chapel of rest where you can visit your loved one in private but also an adjoining chapel where we can arrange a special remembrance service, whatever their faith. We also arrange non-religious funerals.

We have plenty of parking available in front of our Clare Road funeral home. If coming by public transport, our nearest bus stop is in London Road and we are just a short 5-10 minute walk from the bus station in town and the train station.

As well as serving the community in Braintree since 1993, we also support families in Bocking, Halstead and Witham, working closely with local churches as well as the Three Counties Crematorium in Braintree.

Lynne Atwell

Clare Road

Lynne joined us in 2017, and works in our branch on Clare Road, following time in our George Yard shopping centre branch.

She enjoys learning about the lives and history of the people coming into her care, and using that to make sure any arrangements meet their and the family’s needs.

Lynne lives near Dunmow following a spell of living abroad. She enjoys swimming, reading, live music and being with her family.

Please call Lynne on 01376 551951 for help with arranging a funeral. Click here to find out more about our Funeral Directors and Operatives.

Ruth Miller

George Yard Shopping Centre

Ruth joined us in 2022 and works in our branch within George Yard shopping centre in Braintree. She lives close by with her husband, two sons and two cats.

Originally from the Cotswolds, she has previously lived in Kent where she worked for Kent County Council, and central London where she worked for John Lewis on Oxford Street. In her spare time Ruth enjoys gardening, house renovations and discovering modern art.

Ruth job shares with Angela, and covers the branch on a Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday morning. Please call her on 01376 528408 for help with arranging a funeral.

Angela Lambert

George Yard Shopping Centre

Angela joined Co-op Funeral Directors in 2023.

Having worked within the funeral industry before, and also at a hospice, Angela is used to helping individuals and their families when they are having a difficult time.

Angela likes to read in her spare time, as well as care for her animals. She also enjoys researching family history.

Angela job shares with Ruth, and works Wednesday afternoon, Thursday and Friday. Please call her on 01376 528408 for help with arranging a funeral.