Our Team

The Bewley family is at the heart of the operation, with Aaron leading the team with his wealth of experience passed down from his father Jonathan. He is supported by this mother Kate’s interest in all things floristry and tress, and his wife Amber’s passion for a diverse choice of options, including eco-friendly, contemporary and traditional, so that each family has the opportunity to have a bespoke service of their choosing. They are proud to be working with such a highly experienced and dedicated team to deliver bespoke services to their local communities.

The care and kindness offered by this highly respected local family and team is often described as similar to a friend at a time of need, rather than a funeral service.

Aaron - Director
Aaron joined the the company in 2001 and began in the role of supporting the planning and coordination of funerals, learning the trade skills and traditions from his father. Since 2013, he has taken up a leading role in the business and has devoted himself to working closely with each family and individual client, to ensure their wishes and needs are met in the best possible way, offering more environmentally friendly options also.
In 2021, Aaron and AJB Funerals became the proud owners and operators of Leafy Lane Natural Burial Woods which was a dream come true. Not only as it offers families and individuals a natural and beautiful alternative to traditional funerals, but it also returns Aaron to his initial passion of the care and management of trees.
Jonathon - Director
Jonathon Bewley died on 31st October 2023, age 70 years.
Jonathon had been in the funeral profession for 40 years and was devoted to serving the local community with his wealth of knowledge and experience of the funeral trade. In more recent years he took on a more semi-retired role, but with the acquisition of Leafy Lane Woods in 2021 he was able to direct his enthusiasm for all things related to trees and ecology. This gave him great pride in knowing the positive difference his investment in the woods was making to the environment that would last for generations to come. Jonathon will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Kate - Director
Kate has over 40 years experience in floristry. She gained her professional qualifications from Lackham college and quickly followed this by opening and managing her own floristry business. For years she was creating beautiful floral tributes to convey the thoughts of families at a difficult time.
Since 2021 Kate now commits her expertise to the flora, fauna and trees at Leafy Lane Natural Burial Woods, helping to create more natural and eco memorials for our families.
Amber - Business Manager
Amber's work history has always evolved around providing fantastic customer services. Over the years she has keenly developed her skills and experience in business, staff management, procurement and facilities management, and so it made sense to join her husband and funeral director, Aaron Bewley, at the family firm as business manager in 2014.
Part of her role here is to develop and market the products and services of the business so that families are aware of the various contemporary, traditional and eco funeral options that are inclusive and accessible to anyone.
Sally - Senior Funeral Director & Manager
Sally brings extensive experience in funeral directing and administration from previously working for a corporate funeral directors for several years in Wiltshire. She has a tenacious, proactive but also sensitive approach making her successful in all she sets out to do.
Since September 2019 when she joined the team, we have seen first hand her professional and friendly manner combined with the highest level of customer service.
Bearers
No funeral directors can be truly successful without a great team. Led by Aaron, we have a small team of gentlemen who provide a sensitive and respectful service to the families on the day of the funeral. Many have worked with Aaron and Jonathon Bewley for many years and are loyal and dedicated and provide mentoring support to the newer members of the team.