Going from strength to strength
Despite being in business for only four months, Kevin Foster Funeral Service has already been granted access to SAIF due to its incredibly high standards.
Run by husband and wife team Kevin and Pat Foster, the Northumberland-based funeral director formally opened its doors on 13 November.
Its prime location in Blyth was only spotted by chance as they drove through the town. The couple have been relying on Kevin’s 20-plus years of experience within the funeral business, with Pat looking after the accounts and day-to-day running of the office.
Pat said: “Since opening we are pleased that the business is going from strength to strength. Being a husband and wife operated business means we are able to keep overheads to the minimum.
“Recognising that some families struggle with paying funeral costs we can, as an Independent, pass on savings to the families, keeping their costs to a minimum and making the remaining family’s journey that little bit easier.”
Pat added: “We provide a professional and very dignified service, and to show our commitment to the local community we have recently gained the stamp of SAIF and we are now able to promote Golden Charter payment plans.
“We are not governed by time limits; Kevin is on hand to discuss all the clients’ needs and wishes, at their own pace. We help by taking any concerns or issues off our customers’ shoulders, and deal with them in a timely manner.”