Throughout the world every culture and religion have their own funeral traditions. The concept of a funeral dates back at least 300,000 years; evidence has been found of neanderthal skeletons being buried across Europe. Therefore, there is a rich history with many practices firmly entrenched. Depending where in the world the funeral is taking place …
Following the death of a loved one it is usually necessary for family and friends to sort through belongings and close traditional accounts. However, in the modern era with computers, mobile phones, and social media it is necessary to think about the deceased’s digital legacy as well as physical assets. With an increased focus on …
Funerals are heavily steeped in tradition in the UK and around the globe. However, there is a movement away from the sombre traditional funeral to a more upbeat Celebration of Life service. But what is a Celebration of Life? Whether you are thinking ahead to your own funeral or planning one for a recently deceased …
When a loved one dies, in addition to the grief and sadness that you may be feeling, there are many practicalities that need to be dealt with. One of these is organising a funeral. Most funerals are arranged with a funeral director that will guide you to ensure that all the elements are taken care …
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A funeral is never a nice occasion; however, a winter funeral is arguably more difficult than one in the summer. With a higher probability of bad weather, colder temperatures, and the possibility of travel disruption winter funerals can be more fraught than those held in the summer months. Embracing the season, and planning for the …
It is 2022 and the traditions surrounding the funeral industry are slowly being modernised with families often opting to reinterpret the ‘rules’ to suit their own requirements. While religious services are still very much stepped in tradition, civil services officiated by a celebrant or humanist minister are becoming increasingly modern. One element that is subject …
Flowers are a traditional part of funerals in the UK and can help to convey about the personality of the person that has died, and the feelings of those grieving toward them. In this article we will identify six of the most popular funeral flowers in the UK and identify the symbolism behind each of …
It is a topic that nobody wants to think about or talk about, but sadly each year there are around 2000 deaths recorded of infants aged one year and under in the UK. Dealing with the death of a baby is an extremely difficult time for the parents, family, and friends. Planning a funeral for …
Funerals are a traditional element of death, however, the significance of the funeral service for the living is increasingly being overlooked. A funeral service should of course be planned and delivered with dignity, but the importance of the service for helping those in mourning to grieve and heal should be considered too. In this article …
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Traditionally in the UK and around the world, when a person dies there is a funeral to help relatives and friends pay their last respects; the nomenclature and format of funerals varies between different countries, cultures, and religions. However, did you know that there is no legal requirement in England to have a funeral if …
