Established in 1873, Rowland Brothers is a family-run firm of funeral directors that has been serving the needs of bereaved families in the Croydon and the surrounding areas for over 150 years. During this time, we have earned an enviable reputation for excellence in the traditions of quality funeral direction, funeral services and reliability.
Dedicated to Service, Integrity and Support
We are committed to delivering support and assistance. As the first funeral directors in the United Kingdom to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant, we are also members of the National Association of Funeral Directors, the British Institute of Funeral Directors, the National Association of Memorial Masons, a founding member of the National Association for Pre-Paid Funeral Plans and the Funeral Planning Authority, members of the International Order of the Golden Rule, demonstrating our on-going support and commitment for delivering a professional and respectful funeral services to families nationwide.
Dedicated to Service, Integrity and Support
We are committed to delivering support and assistance. As the first funeral directors in the United Kingdom to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant, we are also members of the National Association of Funeral Directors, the British Institute of Funeral Directors, the National Association of Memorial Masons, a founding member of the National Association for Pre-Paid Funeral Plans and the Funeral Planning Authority, members of the International Order of the Golden Rule, demonstrating our on-going support and commitment for delivering a professional and respectful funeral services to families nationwide.
Meet the Rowland Brothers Team
We currently have three generations of the Rowland Family working in our daily services.
Tony Rowland
Chairman
Tony started with the company in 1959 and has helped approximately 30,000 families during his working life. Tony founded Rowland Brothers International in 1971 and Golden Leaves Funeral Plans in 1980; he still continues to work every day at the age of 87 years young. He is very well known in the community through his activities with Round Table, Rotary, Freemasonry, Croydon Scouts and the Thornton Heath Festival.
Stephen Rowland
Managing Director
Steve started with the company in 1990 and manages the development of the full Rowland Brothers group. He started with Rowland Brothers working on the ‘shop floor’, and now oversees all crucial operations throughout the group in his current position. Steve ensures that each company is providing the best services available to their clientele.
Joe Rowland
Commercial Director
Joe is the 6th generation of Rowland. Joe started with us over 15 years ago and has since worked his way through every department, gaining knowledge of every part of the company up to director level. Joe now works closely with Steve on the development of the Rowland Brothers group, bringing in new initiatives and procedures to add a modern touch to a traditional sector. Joe also oversees the commercial side of the group, taking care of our supply company and online shop which caters extensively to much of the UK market.
Rowland Brothers Foundation: Dedicate a Memory, Support a Life
The Rowland Brothers Foundation supports local people who are bereaved, offering counselling and help in times of need. By donating, you can dedicate a special memory to your loved one and honour their life while giving comfort and support to others in your community.
Rowland Brothers Foundation: Dedicate a Memory, Support a Life
The Rowland Brothers Foundation supports local people who are bereaved, offering counselling and help in times of need. By donating, you can dedicate a special memory to your loved one and honour their life while giving comfort and support to others in your community.
Rowland Brothers Foundation: Dedicate a Memory, Support a Life
The Rowland Brothers Foundation supports local people who are bereaved, offering counselling and help in times of need. By donating, you can dedicate a special memory to your loved one and honour their life while giving comfort and support to others in your community.
Need Funeral Advice or Guidance?
We welcome you to visit us in one of our branches, and you can contact us via phone or email to discuss any of the choice or decisions you need to make. You can also leave us a message using our contact form below and we’ll be able to get back to you via email as soon as possible.
Call us: 01883 623 067
Email us: info@rowlandbrothers.com
