Testimonials

At Speers, we are dedicated to doing everything within our professional abilities to ensure that your family is especially well cared for. Over the years, we have had the privilege of having many families send us thank-you notes or submit positive reviews online. 

We are honoured to share just a few notes from families with you to help provide an image of the high standard of service we aim to provide with every family in our care.

"In November, 2022, my mother became quite ill and it was evident that she was not to be with us much longer. I reached out to Speers shortly after receiving the news from her medical team to find out what I could do to pre-plan her arrangements. From the very first meeting, talking about the prepaid policy, and again when we met with the Funeral Director, Lorne, our family were given all the care, patience, guidance and information we could have possibly needed. Personally, I felt a huge sense of comfort knowing that everything would be handled professionally and efficiently whenever the time came.

It was barely three weeks later that Mom passed away. The hospital called Speers early in the morning and the attendants arrived about 40 minutes later to escort Mom to the funeral chapel. In our deepest sorrow, we recognized the deep care and respect they showed and this is how all of our interactions were throughout. Our situation was a bit more complicated as there was a funeral in Regina (the reception at The Family Centre was beautiful) followed by a Memorial Service in B.C. two weeks later. We also needed obituaries placed here, in another province and also overseas. We also needed the service to be streamed and copies of both digital events saved on their website. Everything was handled exactly as agreed. Then, once all of the formal arrangements were complete, we attended the After Care meeting and were given excellent guidance into the steps that we needed to follow next.

Without doubt, we could not have asked for more from this amazing team. Every person we dealt with treated us with care, kindness, compassion and professionalism. In retrospect, what was one of the hardest events of our lives to live through was made so much easier thanks to the wonderful people at Speers. You exceeded our expectations in every way. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!"

- Nick Langshaw, Regina

"Our mother passed away recently and we entrusted Speers to help us with the funeral arrangements. Within a few hours after I initially made contact, we were able to arrange meetings with personnel who would assist us with our mom’s wishes. The staff were very polite, respectful and so very helpful. Information packages helped us a great deal.  Nothing was pushed on us and our questions on how to fulfil mom’s and our family's wishes  were handled without question. 

We decided to celebrate mom’s life with a small gathering of close family and friends.  Speers Family Centre just north of their Chapel was absolutely perfect. The seating, the physical layout of the room, the staff, food and refreshments were beyond what we wanted.  

We were treated so nice and we could tell that the staff considered it an honour to assist and guide us through a difficult time.  Every inquiry was dealt with in a timely fashion. 

To Todd, Jeff and especially Ferlin and Krista, a big thank you."

- Darren Wilcox, Regina

"We really appreciated the understanding and patience given by the staff at Speers during this very difficult time for us. You gave us enough time to think about things and make decisions. We appreciated the professionalism and friendliness of all of the staff who were part of the arrangements, family farewell, funeral service and the interment. The memorial video slideshow was excellent. It was professionally done and we were very pleased with it. Thanks for providing this service."

- Lorne Hustak

"Thank you so much for the very well-done online funeral service. I’m very grateful this was available as an option, especially during these times… and of course the bitterly cold weather. I so wanted to attend the funeral in person. So again, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I was able to be there in spirit at the very least, and watch the entire funeral from the comfort of my home. You guys are AWESOME!"

- Shawn S.

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank Speers Funeral Chapel for the outstanding service your staff provided for my Mother’s Funeral. Our Funeral Director Ferlin was an absolute pleasure to deal with! We had first dealt with him for my Father’s funeral, back in December of 2015. We were delighted he could assist in the planning of my mother’s service. Both my son Nick and I found Ferlin to be a well seasoned professional who was very comforting, accommodating and detailed. Ferlin had great ideas, made excellent suggestions and did everything he could to ensure that no stone was left unturned. I was also impressed with the follow up phone calls! Thank you Ferlin! The staff who prepared my mother for the viewing were absolutely amazing as she looked very regal and beautiful! On the actual day of the funeral Ferlin left us in the very capable hands of Jan who also went above and beyond to keep us organized as well as she helped me get through a few anxious moments that day. I thank you my dear! I also did enjoy numerous conversations with Bonnie concerning  the obituary, pictures, the beautiful memorial cards she designed,  and of course the fine tuning of the video tribute . I couldn’t have been more pleased, Bonnie. Thank you! Your funeral car driver was also most pleasant and accommodating! A final “shout out” goes to Krista. She was also fabulous! Krista was indeed most comforting, reassuring  and a great conversationalist! She most certainly took stress away from me by completing a number of forms, advising me on the actions to take, as well as  providing me with some very useful tips. She definitely made my day!

In closing, I once again thank you all very much for helping  us get through this difficult time. You all made us feel like you were giving us “special” service! But I have no doubt that you give “all” your Families this same great, personalized service! Your “Impeccable” reputation speaks for itself!"

- Joan Pearce

"We would like to thank Speers for the wonderful , compassionate care they provided us after the loss of husband/father/grandfather/great grandfather. Roberta and the administrative staff went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was taken care of during this difficult time. Thank you and God Bless all for helping us during this difficult time. Roberta you are one very caring and beautiful person and we were so blessed to have you help us through this very sad and difficult time."

- Bernice Engel 

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"One word - phenomenal. The whole staff at Speers was absolutely wonderful to deal with. Everyone was very kind and understanding. Special thanks to Roberta and Michelle for helping us."

- Carla Duke

"Speers is the most kind, caring and professional team I have ever met. They treat you like family and make the effort to make the funeral and burial process as easy as possible and with such compassion. I really cannot put into words how truly grateful I am for everything the Speers team has done for us. I recommend them 100%. Thank you Speers."

- Jamie Engele

"The week following our father's passing was very stressful and emotionally exhausting. However, there is no way we could have gone through it and created such a memorable funeral for our Dad without the guidance and friendship of our Funeral Director, Lorne Puffalt. He is a true testament to his profession and I will always remember him and the Speers staff fondly when I think about Dad's funeral. Lorne even helped us include Dad's beloved boat as part of the procession to the cemetery... what a great personal touch that we will always remember."

- Adam Reeson & Family