About Us
Our Story
Our Heritage as Funeral Directors in Surrey
Ford Mears can trace its industry heritage back to the start of E Finch & Son in 1857, which was John Ford's family business. G M Luff, founded in 1897 by Thomas Marshall Luff, was Ford Mears' first acquisition in 1986, and served the local Haslemere community and its surrounding villages at a time of horse-drawn hearses.
Building on our heritage, today we're proud to provide a caring and professional service in South West London, Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire and West Sussex with our extensive fleet of modern Jaguar funeral vehicles.
1857
E Finch & Son established
1986
Ford Mears founded
160+
Years of heritage
Our Directors
A Family Business, Built on Trust
Since 1986, our Directors have grown the company by acquiring a number of fellow independent funeral directors within Surrey and Hampshire. This has enabled us to grow our successful business, whilst still maintaining the personalised professional service provided to local communities by our predecessors and their families to the highest standards.
Our success derives from the commitment of our Directors, John Ford and Tony Mears, who grew the company from a single office back in 1986 to our multiple offices today. John is the 4th generation of an independent family-run Funeral Directors, and Tony Mears joined the industry at the tender age of 15. John and Tony started working together in 1974, when Tony joined John's family business, E. Finch & Sons. Fourteen years later, they identified an opportunity to establish a larger, independent business together.
The Shop
Urns for Ashes, Pet Urns & Ashes Jewellery
We understand that saying goodbye means finding meaningful ways to remember. Many families told us they wanted access to high-quality urns and keepsakes, with the reassurance that they were choosing from a name they trusted. That's why we've expanded our service, making it easier to select beautiful urns for ashes and pet urns, all from the comfort of home.
Our Values
What Makes Us Different
- A carefully curated selection of urns and keepsakes for both people and pets
- Guidance from a team with decades of experience in funeral care
- Clear, honest information and support at every step
- A commitment to quality, dignity, and personal service
Always Here
Supporting You, Always
Whether you're planning or remembering a loved one, Ford Mears Shop is here to help you find the right memorial. Every product is carefully selected, reflecting our commitment to support families and honour memories with the utmost respect.
For questions or personal assistance, please get in touch with our friendly team, view our branches, or visit fordmears.uk to learn more about our story.
We're here to help
Our team is always available for questions or personal guidance.