Tony Clarke Funeral Directors

Tony Clarke Funeral Directors Independent family-run funeral directors serving Sunderland and surrounding areas. Trusted by local families. Available 24 hours a day for immediate assistance.

Available 24 hours a day for immediate assistance, funeral planning, direct cremation, burial services, repatriation and pre-paid funeral plans. Tony Clarke Funeral Directors is an independent, family-run funeral service serving Sunderland and surrounding areas. Available 24 hours a day, we provide traditional funerals, direct cremation, burial services, repatriation, pre-paid funeral plans and me

morial services. With branches in South Hylton, Millfield, Southwick and Downhill, our experienced team is here to support families with care, dignity and respect.

🏆 **We’re Finalists! **We’re delighted to share that **Tony Clarke Funeral Directors** has been selected as a **finalist...
21/08/2026

🏆 **We’re Finalists! **

We’re delighted to share that **Tony Clarke Funeral Directors** has been selected as a **finalist in the Best Online Information Provider category at the Good Funeral Awards 2026**.

We’ve worked hard to make our online information clear, honest and genuinely helpful for families, so having that recognised means a great deal to us.

A very proud moment for our independent family funeral home. 💚

**Trust • Care • Dignity • Compassion**

20/08/2026

Today we said our final farewell to David. 💙

A dignified farewell to a much-loved man, followed by family and friends coming together to remember him, share memories and celebrate his life.

Rest easy, David.

You will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved you. 💙

Our thoughts remain with David’s family and friends today.

Tony Clarke Funeral Directors

17/08/2026

We are delighted to share that Tony Clarke has been named a finalist in the Lifetime Achievement Award category at the Good Funeral Awards 2026.

This is a very special recognition and reflects many years of dedication, compassion, care and support for families in their time of need.

We are incredibly proud of Tony and grateful to all the families who continue to place their trust in us.

Thank you for your continued support.

A heartfelt thank you to Christine for the lovely card and sweets following the funeral of the late Mr Burlison. Your ki...
13/08/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Christine for the lovely card and sweets following the funeral of the late Mr Burlison. Your kind words and thoughtful gesture are very much appreciated by Tony, Christine and all the team at Tony Clarke Funeral Directors. 💐

10/08/2026

Moore
(Plains Farm)

I would like to say a massive thank you to Tony and Marek of Tony Clarke Funeral Directors for the love and compassion shown throughout my Dads funeral service today. Also, a big thank you to Graeme Flaxen for the wonderful words and memories he gave us. Furthermore, I would like to thank all of my family and friends for helping me through this very difficult time your love and support is very much appreciated. X💞

10/08/2026

Why does choosing a local independent funeral director still matter?

For us, being local is about more than having a funeral home in Sunderland.

It means our name, our faces and our reputation are attached to the care we provide. Families know who they are speaking to, who is responsible, and who will be there if they need us.

Our name. Our faces. Our responsibility.

Tony Clarke Funeral Directors
Independent funeral directors serving Sunderland.

Read more about why local independent funeral care still matters on our website.

https://www.tonyclarkefunerals.co.uk/2026/08/09/local-independent-funeral-director-sunderland/

Choosing music, poems or readings for a funeral can sometimes feel difficult.A favourite song can bring back a lifetime ...
09/08/2026

Choosing music, poems or readings for a funeral can sometimes feel difficult.

A favourite song can bring back a lifetime of memories. A poem may express something we struggle to put into words, while a personal reading or tribute can help tell the story of the person we are remembering.

We’ve created a new guide covering funeral music, poems and readings, including:

• choosing entrance, reflection and exit music
• music and visual tributes at Sunderland Crematorium
• the difference between a funeral poem, reading and eulogy
• ideas for making a funeral service feel more personal

If you are arranging a funeral and are unsure what to choose, there is no need to have everything decided straight away. We are always happy to help families talk through the options.

Read our new Funeral Music, Poems & Readings guide on our website.
https://www.tonyclarkefunerals.co.uk/funeral-music-poems-readings/

In Loving Memory of David Jones DavisonPeacefully on 31st July 2026, aged 76 years.Beloved son of the late Mary and Davi...
04/08/2026

In Loving Memory of David Jones Davison

Peacefully on 31st July 2026, aged 76 years.

Beloved son of the late Mary and David.
Dear brother of Mabel, Steven, Michael, Thomas, Billy, Mary and the late Lillian.

A much-loved uncle and great-uncle to his many nieces and nephews, a dear friend to many, and a cherished best friend of the late Davy Barber.

David’s funeral will take place on Thursday 20th August at 11:30am at Sunderland Crematorium.

Following the funeral, David’s family warmly invite family and friends to join them at “The Duck” to celebrate David’s life and share memories together.

Donations in David’s memory will be gratefully received for the Southwick Preservation Society.

All enquiries to Tony Clarke Funeral Directors on 0191 565 6055.

Forever in our hearts ❤️

Acknowledgement – Elizabeth Ellen Parkin (Betty) Elizabeth’s family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to ever...
04/08/2026

Acknowledgement – Elizabeth Ellen Parkin
(Betty)

Elizabeth’s family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended her funeral, sent cards and messages of sympathy, made donations, and offered such kindness and support during this difficult time.

The family would also like to extend their sincere thanks to all those who cared for Elizabeth throughout her journey, including the dedicated staff at Dovecote Meadows, Ward B21 at Sunderland Royal Hospital, the Recovery at Home Team, District Nurses, Palliative Care Team, and Marie Curie. Your compassion, kindness and support will never be forgotten.

In memory of Elizabeth, a total of £344.59 was kindly donated to the Alexandra Dementia Ward at Sunderland Royal Hospital. The family are deeply grateful for everyone’s generosity.

Thank you once again to everyone who has shown such love, kindness and support.

Forever in our hearts. Reunited with Billy. ❤️

04/08/2026

Thank you again, Dawn, for your lovely words. It was a privilege to care for Julie Ann and to make sure her nails were done in her favourite colour. Our thoughts remain with you and all of Julie’s family. ❤️

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Sunderland
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