About Us

  • Knox and Son funeral directors sign with hanging flower basket

    About Knox & Son Funeral Directors

    Knox & Son Funeral Directors have been established in Warrington for over 100 years, and we still occupy the same premises on Orford Road, that we started out in all those years ago.

    Through the generations we have learnt to adapt our services to suit the families of today whilst still retaining our traditional values and beliefs. Providing the highest service to each and every family we have the honour of serving, we pride ourselves on attention to every detail.

    If you would like to talk to us about planning a funeral, please come and see us in our funeral home, or if you’d rather we can arrange a home visit. We’re also available 24 hours a day on the phone so if you need anything please don’t hesitate to call us.

    Historical photo of Warrington funeral directors at Knox & Sons

    Our History

    1882-1958 The business was originally started by Joseph Caldwell Knox. Coachbuilder & carriage master.

    1904-1982 Joseph “Henry” Knox. Coachbuilder & Funeral Director.

    1917-1975 Eric Shipman Funeral Director, shown above on the photos with a top hat.

    James Mercer, Warrington Funeral DirectorBetty Mercer, Funeral Director


    1928-1995 James Mercer, Funeral Director
    1933-2017 Betty Mercer, Funeral Director

    Liz & Andy Greenwood

    1960 The business was sold to the family of Liz Greenwood retaining the historic business name and highly professional reputation of Knox & Son.

    2025 The business joined Funeral Partners Limited, a group of over 280 funeral homes across the country.

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    Featured Reviews

    Google

    From the initial contact discussing funeral arrangements for mum to the service on the day Knox were brilliant. Never easy losing a loved on, Kirsty and the team made the day perfect.

    Jane Ballmann

    Google

    Lovely and helpful throughout went through everything and explained in detail. Helped settle any worries. I would like to thank Alan for being so helpful and lovely throughout.…

    Steph

    Google

    We couldn't have asked for, or expected, anything better for Mum. From arrangements to the final service, everything was faultless. Thanks to Kirsty, Simon and the whole team.

    Brian Potter

    Google

    The staff were helpful throughout the whole process of arranging my Dad's funeral from the initial meeting through to follow up communications. We were listened to and where necessary helpful suggestions were made. Knox and Son made a difficult time easier.

    David Ballantyne

    Google

    Jo who arranged my sons funeral was amazing from start to finish her support was everything we needed during such a difficult time…

    Karen Rhodes

    Google

    From start to finish the service, support, respect and sensitivity from Knox was outstanding. Our initial meeting was with Alan Hodgkiss, he was kind, caring, showed emphathy throughout the meeting and provided the details we needed without overloading us with information at a really difficult…

    Joanne Bradley

    Google

    I cannot recommend this company enough. My mum was on end of life care, Kirsty came out to my home and discussed with myself and my mum all of her wishes. Sadly my mum passed the following morning. Kirsty made sure my mums wishes were…

    Hayley Keating

    Google

    Exceptional support. Great knowledge and advice from a thoroughly respectful team. Our loved one was cared for really well.

    Christina Lawson

    Google

    Kirsty was fantastic and very supportive throughout. Our first contact with Kirsty was when she collected mum, and she was incredibly kind and sympathetic. It was nice that Kirsty was involved throughout and her guidance was excellent.

    Iain Robbins

    Google

    I can’t single anything out in particular but Alan was lovely and guided us to ensure my mum had a beautiful service. Nothing was too much trouble. The lady on reception (forgive me I didn’t catch her name), was also very caring and compassionate and…

    Wend

    Meet the Team

    Rachel Aitken

    Business Principal

    Neil Aitken

    Principal Funeral Director

    Simon Lyons

    Funeral Director

    Kirsty Pascoe

    Funeral Director - Arranger

    Scott Chriscoli

    Funeral Director

    Andrea Mitchell

    Receptionist

    Joanne Parker

    Funeral Arranger

    Patrick Cullen

    Funeral Operative

    Matt Guy

    Funeral Operative

    Jack Grant

    Funeral Operative

    Our Values

    Pride

    We take pride in everything we do. Our aim is that everyone who works for Funeral Partners shares our values.

    Helping People

    Our business exists to help the bereaved to make fitting arrangements for their loved one’s last journey and to provide lasting memories for family and friends. We do this with a positive, caring and understanding approach.

    Respect for everyone

    We value diversity and treat everyone with the same respect, courtesy and dignity.

    Professional Standards

    We are a professional organisation and we strive to achieve the highest possible standards in everything we do and to improve upon these standards continuously.

    Accept responsibility

    We accept responsibility for our actions both as a company and as individuals.

    Partnership

    We believe that we can only achieve our goals by working together in partnership with client families, suppliers and our employees.

    Our locations

    We're available 24 hours 365 days a year

    Call 01925 633 388 visit branch or arrange a home visit