Meet the Team — The People Who Serve with Care
Behind every funeral we arrange is a small, dedicated team who believe that kindness, patience, and attention to detail matter.
Many families tell us how reassuring it feels to know exactly who they are dealing with — and that the same people will be there from the first phone call through to the day of the funeral and beyond.
Each member of the Rounce Funeral Services team brings professional skill, compassionate presence, and sincere dedication to supporting families through their most difficult moments.
We’re a family firm — not a call centre. And we want you to feel comfortable, supported, and well-informed from the very start.
Christopher Rounce BA (Hons)
Managing Director & Senior Funeral Director
With Rounce since 2004
As co-founder of Rounce Funeral Services in Worthing, Christopher leads with empathy and experience. He brings both academic insight and lived experience of loss to his work with families, and always strives to help families feel heard and understood at every stage of planning.
Outside work, Christopher enjoys dancing, horse riding, and travel — and draws daily inspiration from personal experience with family and loss, including the legacy of his late father and co-founder, Graham.
Jan Rounce
Director & Manager
With Rounce since 2015
Jan keeps the heart of the firm beating with leadership rooted in empathy, organisation, and care. Having worked across health and wellbeing, she brings intuitive understanding and professionalism to her role, ensuring every part of the service runs smoothly and respectfully.
Jan is also proud to be a mother, and her involvement in the family-owned business reflects a deep-rooted commitment to compassionate service and personal support.
Jon Rounce
Director
With Rounce since 2019
Jon applies strong organisational skills and a personal touch to every funeral arrangement. He listens to families’ stories, honours individual legacies, and makes sure every detail reflects what matters most.
Jon also manages accounts and strategic direction, ensuring clarity, integrity, and transparency in all services.
Becky Doherty BSc (Hons)
Funeral Director
With Rounce since 2021
Becky brings warmth, meticulous care, and strong organisational skills to the team. She supports families from first contact through the whole funeral process, guiding paperwork, arrangements, and personal touches with kindness and attention.
Becky’s personal experience has shaped her compassionate approach, and she is deeply committed to helping families feel understood and supported.
In Memory of Graham Rounce
Co-founder (2004–2015)
Graham helped establish Rounce Funeral Services as an independent, family-run firm rooted in dignity and service to the community in Worthing, West Sussex.
Though no longer with us, Graham’s spirit continues to shape the firm.
A man of tireless care and quiet service, his dedication to families and to community volunteering laid the compassionate foundation our team lives by today.
How We Work Together — Our Approach to Care
At Rounce, teamwork means:
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Listening before advising
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Explaining clearly without jargon
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Giving families time, space, and reassurance
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Never rushing decisions
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Treating you as we would our own family
We believe that transparency, respect, and thoughtful guidance are not extras — they are central to every funeral we arrange.
If Someone Has Just Died — What to Do Next
If you’re unsure what to do next, we’ve created a simple step-by-step guide to help you.
Why Families Trust Us
We’re:
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Independent and family-run since 2004
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Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
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Members of the Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF)
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Committed to clear pricing and ethical practice
Read our Professional Standards & Regulation.
We understand that trust matters — especially when emotions are raw and decisions are hard.
Supporting Families Across West Sussex and Beyond
We proudly support families in Worthing and surrounding areas — including:
Broadwater, Goring-by-Sea, Durrington, Findon, Littlehampton, Lancing, Shoreham-by-Sea and more.
Whether your service is local or at a crematorium further afield, we provide calm, practical guidance and compassionate care every step of the way.
