Michael Denney & Sons
(incorporating G W A Rowell & Co)
Lakenheath & District Funeral Services

The family business of Michael Denney & Sons was established in 1901 by William Rowell trading as W. A. Rowell & Co. Following his retirement the business was taken over by his son George who traded as G. W. A. Rowell & Co. In those days most undertakers were also builders, as were the Rowell family up until the early 1970’s when the building company was wound down and the family concentrated more on the funeral side of the business. When George Rowell retired in the mid 1970’s the business was taken on by Michael Denney, George’s nephew who had worked in the family business since finishing his National Service in the early 1950’s. In late 2000 Michael’s son John Denney and his partner Denise took over the business. John had taken an active part in the funeral profession from the age of 14 and worked part time until 1983 when he became fully involved in the business and has taken the company forward with the introduction of newer vehicles and the opening of the new office and chapel of rest in Lakenheath in 2003.

Experience and Expertise
Our experience and expertise extends beyond that required on a day to day basis. We are sympathetic towards different ethnic and religious groups. Our Funeral Directors are aware of the special needs involved in supporting those who have suffered a sudden death.

Training and Qualifications
Our Funeral Directors are trained and qualified to act as a professional and confident advisor who ensures that arrangements are carried out with efficiency and the dignity that this most difficult occasion demands.