About Us
The business was started on 14th January 1928 by James ‘Roy’ Layzell. It was his wedding day, when he married Lily Layzell, and also the day that he moved to Awliscombe from Horton, Ilminster. This is where he was brought up and worked with his parents in their Building, Wheelwrights and Funeral business.
To The Present Day
Over the years James' three sons, Les, David and Derrick joined the business and in the 1960’s Les took over the running of the business. In 2001 Roy’s grandson and Les’s son, Paul, took over the running of the funeral business when Les passed away. Paul having been involved in the business from about 1979. The business moved from its Awliscombe location to its current premises, the former magistrates court, in 2015
Paul Layzell
Oversees the day to day running of the business. Paul, as funeral director, will be with you at every step, from the first meeting at either our premises or in your own home, right through to the funeral service.
Greg Layzell
Co-owner with Paul and steps in to give the same high standards when Paul is on leave.
Thelma Layzell
Les’s wife is still involved with the business and helps out in the office.
Derrick Layzell
Former partner and Funeral assistant.
Sandra Cligg
Paul’s partner, runs the office and has been in the business since it moved to its current location in 2015.
Phil Little
Basically Paul’s right hand man, assists in all duties at the Chapel of Rest and is the man on the ground at either the church or the crematorium.
Layzell Funeral Services
The Old Court,
Dowell St
Honiton EX14 1LZ
Tel: 01404 44646
