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The clocks may be going back but things are moving forward for G & M LUNT, your family funeral directors.
Michael Lunt is very happy to announce that Martyn Askew who is Woodseats born and bred with over 40 years in the profession has joined the company as director of funeral services, responsible for the day to day running of the company after many years experience managing the John Fairest Funeral Homes.
G & M Lunt was established by George Lunt in 1932 with his wife Mabel, son Jack and daughter Mary who joined the company as the business grew.Michael joined in 1969.In 1976 George passed away and Mary’s son Andrew joined in 1985, sadly Jack passed away in 1987 therefore Michael and Andrew ran the business together until Andrew retired .Michael carried on running the business for many years with the support of his dedicated staff.
The time has come after various medical problems and on doctor’s orders to hand over the reins to Martyn, a dear friend for over 40 years and an outstanding funeral director.
It is a privilege to be asked and a honour to accept this appointment.Our families have been linked in many ways over the years.It is like coming home and I am looking forward to working for such a well-established and much respected funeral directors business as G & M Lunt.