Dee Besley
Dee Besley lives in Halesworth and has worked in the funeral service for almost ten years, helping families in Halesworth, Southwold and surrounding villages at times of bereavement. Born in Sussex and educated in Essex, she nursed terminally ill patients for a number of years at the Fair Havens Hospice at Southend-on-Sea. In her spare time she enjoys music, crosswords and gardening. She lives with her partner Mike and has two sons and three granddaughters.


George Ling
George Ling is very well known in Bungay and Halesworth having previously run his own taxi business, hiring out his hearse and limousine to a local funeral director. Married to Thelma for nearly 50 years, they have a daughter Jan living in the town and a son Mike who lives in Australia. They are the proud grandparents of four grandchildren. George is a member of Bungay and Waveney Valley Golf Club here he has held the position of President. He is also a very keen gardener. Born in Wrentham and brought up in Shadingfield, George attended Beccles School and went on to join Beccles Town Football Club as their goalkeeper.


Liz Chapman
Liz Chapman lives in Diss with her husband Rod to whom she has been married for nearly 40 years. They have two married daughters, Jo and Claire, and four grandchildren Ben, Holly, Sam and Gemma. Liz is an enthusiastic gardener and along with Rod is an Elder and active member of St. Mary’s Church, Burgate. Having worked in the town for almost ten years, Liz feels Bungay has become her second home and has made many new friends in Bungay, Beccles and the surrounding areas.