The People Behind Memories

Meet the Team

We're a small team of people who genuinely care about the families we look after.

When you choose Memories, you're not dealing with a large, impersonal organisation. You'll get to know the people arranging the funeral, caring for your loved one and supporting you throughout the process.

We all have different responsibilities, but we share the same belief: every family deserves kindness, honest advice and a funeral arranged with care and attention.

David Ollerenshaw

Company Director

David founded Memories Funeral Service in 2018, with the aim of offering local families a funeral director that combined high standards with fair, transparent pricing.

Together with his wife Helen, David has built Memories into an independent family business with funeral homes in Romiley and Offerton.

Behind the scenes, David looks after the company's finances and takes a particular interest in keeping the funeral vehicles beautifully presented and maintained.

Away from work, David enjoys good food and spending time with friends and family.

Helen Ollerenshaw

Company Director & Funeral Arranger

Helen is at the heart of the family business, working closely with families and helping them feel comfortable during what can be a very difficult time.

Before joining Memories, Helen worked at a local primary school. Her naturally warm and compassionate approach, together with her own experiences of loss, helps her put people at ease.

Helen knows that sometimes families need practical answers, and sometimes they simply need someone to listen.

Outside the funeral home, she enjoys spending time by the sea and a little retail therapy.

Simon Pendlebury

Senior Funeral Director & Manager

Simon manages the day-to-day running of Memories and is responsible for overseeing funeral arrangements across both of our funeral homes.

He has worked in the funeral profession for many years and joined Memories in 2021, bringing experience and a particular attention to detail.

Simon believes in getting the small things right, whether that's carefully planning the funeral, understanding a family's wishes or ensuring everything runs smoothly on the day.

Away from work, Simon enjoys walking his dog, travelling and going to the theatre.

Adam Ellwood

Driver & Bearer

Adam is part of our funeral team, helping with the practical arrangements and supporting the funeral director on the day of the service.

His role includes assisting with funeral vehicles and carrying out the duties of a funeral bearer, helping us maintain the standards of presentation and professionalism families expect from Memories.

Whether working behind the scenes or assisting on the day of a funeral, Adam contributes to making sure arrangements are carried out respectfully and smoothly.

A More Personal Approach

Small Team. Personal Service.

Being a small, independent funeral director means we can spend time getting to know you and your family. You'll have familiar faces to turn to, and we'll explain each stage of the arrangements.

Familiar Faces

You'll get to know the people making the arrangements and looking after your loved one.

Time to Listen

We'll take time to understand your wishes and answer your questions without rushing you.

Care in Every Detail

From the first conversation to the funeral itself, we take pride in the details that matter to families.

Come and See Us

Our Funeral Homes

You'll find our team at our funeral homes in Offerton and Romiley. If you'd like to meet us or talk through funeral arrangements, please get in touch and we'll arrange a convenient time.