Nick and Karen have been happily married for 29 years and have over 50 years experience between them within the funeral industry.
Willows was opened in February 2018 by Nick and Karen after Henfield Funeral Services in December 2014.
Nick and Karen wanted to open their own funeral directors as they wanted to build something different. A place where every family can be treated like their own with respect and gentle guidance every step of the way.
Away from Willows, Nick has a large collection of classic cars which he has proudly renovated over the years. He likes to attend classic car shows when possible. Karen is an avid outdoor bowls player. A highlight for Karen in bowls was when she got through to Leamington in 2025! (Well done Karen!).
Born and raised right here in Eastbourne, Elissa has been supporting families in the funeral industry since 2019 and has built up valuable experience along the way. She believes in being open and genuine and treating every family as if they are her own.
Outside of Willows, Elissa likes to read thriller books, cook, bake and watch reality TV. She has also started to grow her own tomatoes in the summer which she is very proud of!
The loss of Ashley’s grandfather in 2013 saw the start of his career in what he now describes as “a way of life”. He considers being a funeral director an absolute privilege and says it’s an honour to take care of families and their loved ones at such a difficult time.
Away from Willows, Ashley enjoys going on holiday with his family, fishing and watching Tottenham Hotspur.