Lady Funeral Director based in Blaby · Serving families across Leicester and Leicestershire
Independent funeral directors, personally led by Samantha
When someone close to you has passed away, you can call Samantha directly. She will listen, gently explain what needs to happen next and remain the familiar person guiding your family throughout.
We are available day and night, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calling does not commit you to using Bay Tree Funerals.
Samantha Ward
Lady Funeral Director at Bay Tree Funerals
A personal message from Samantha
I will be the familiar person beside you
Hello, I’m Samantha Ward, the lady funeral director here at Bay Tree Funerals in Blaby. I help families from across Leicester and Leicestershire, and I know the first call can feel daunting.
Tell me what has happened in your own words. I will listen, explain the immediate next step and help you make each decision at a pace that feels manageable. You will not be passed around different departments. I will lead the arrangements, with the support of our small family team.
“You do not need the right words, and there is no wrong question. Please ask me whatever is on your mind.”
What happens when you call
I will keep the first conversation simple
We only need to deal with what matters now. The rest can wait until you are ready.
Tell me what has happened
You can take your time. You do not need every detail, document or decision ready before you call.
I will explain the next step
I will tell you what needs to happen now, what can wait and what we can take care of for you.
We take one decision at a time
Nothing is rushed. I will guide you through the arrangements in plain English and keep you informed.
Something families often ask me
Your loved one stays here with us in Blaby
Once your loved one comes into our care, they are looked after here at Bay Tree Funerals in our own private Chapel of Rest. I personally oversee their care, so you know where they are and who is looking after them.
If you would like to visit, I will explain everything beforehand and make the Chapel of Rest as private and peaceful as possible. Some families visit and some do not—there is no pressure either way.
Trusted by local families
Read what families say about Bay Tree
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“From the first phone call, I immediately felt I was in safe hands. Their warmth, kindness and professionalism made everything so much easier.”Google review from a family supported by Bay Tree
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I will help you arrange what feels right
You may know exactly what your family wants, or you may have no idea yet. Both are completely fine. I will explain the choices and costs clearly.
Attended funerals
A funeral where family and friends can come together, remember your loved one and say goodbye in a personal way.
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Unattended cremation
A simple cremation without a formal service, arranged carefully when a family would prefer a quieter choice.
Unattended cremation Leicester
Burial services
Traditional, graveside and natural burial arrangements, with guidance for local cemeteries and churchyards.
Burial services Leicester
Cremation services
Clear guidance on local crematoria, service choices and the practical arrangements involved in a cremation funeral.
Cremation services LeicesterWe can also arrange natural burials, faith and cultural funerals, repatriation, horse-drawn funerals, motorcycle funerals and personal touches. You do not need to choose everything before speaking to me.
You do not have to choose from the website
I’ll help you find what feels right for your family
Call me and tell me what matters to your family, including the budget you need me to work within. I will explain the choices honestly, without pressure or unnecessary extras.
A phone call or private appointment does not oblige you to use Bay Tree Funerals.
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Our funeral home in Blaby
Have a look around before you visit
This is our private arrangement room—the room where I sit with families and talk through the arrangements. You can take a 360° look around in your own time, so the surroundings already feel familiar before you come in.
Your loved one is cared for in the same Bay Tree funeral home, in our private Chapel of Rest.
7A Welford Road
Blaby, Leicester
LE8 4FT
Whenever you need us
Start with a simple call to Samantha
You do not need to prepare anything or make any decisions before you call. Just tell me what has happened, and I will calmly explain the next step.
Your loved one will be known and cared for here with us at Bay Tree Funerals in Blaby.
Available day and night, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calling does not commit you to using Bay Tree Funerals.
Bay Tree Funerals — independent funeral directors in Blaby, supporting families across Leicester and Leicestershire.
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