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Nigel Clarke,Many thanks for the respectful way you have dealt with Mum's funeral and in your dealings with the family, very reassuring
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Alyson Carson,A very helpful and compassionate service and great advice to help us through an emotional time - Rebecca, you were particularly supportive and helpful to us.
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David Martin,Extremely professional, very supportive and informative throughout the process
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William Brown,Thank you for arranging the funeral of my mother, which took place on the 29th November 2023. The expertise displayed by Allan and Gary in the organisation was comforting, helping us to navigate this challenging time. We would like to express our gratitude for your kindness and patience, making this difficult day so much less stressful. The professionalism from the whole team really shone through.
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Valerie Fisher,I had chosen a non- attended funeral and would thoroughly recommend Stuart Foster funeral services. I was really pleased that I could add personal touches including Dad wearing an outfit I had chosen and putting some photos into his coffin. I was given lots of support and knew exactly what would be happening and when. Ellie was amazing.
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Hazel Darragh,Nothing was too much trouble. Everything went so smoothly. Very compassionate and kind people.
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Karen Steer,Caring and understanding at a very difficult time. Listened to what we wanted and made sure everything was as we had hoped. A lovely simple send off, just as Dad had wanted. Would definitely recommend.
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Rebecca Doyle,I unexpectedly lost my husband in October he was 40 years old. I myself widowed at 35 with two children. I didn't know where to begin planning a funeral. The first phone call Ally put me at ease and arranged a meeting. During the meeting she guided me through step by step and answered all my questions. We stuck to my budget and arranged the most amazing send off for my husband. The staff were very knowledgeable and had great ideas. Whilst in the chapel every detail was perfect, they were amazing with my two girls age 13 and 6. My 13 year old visited the chapel daily the staff made her feel welcome and at ease to attend alone after school. When my 6 year old went they kept it light and fun, She loved getting sweets and colouring pictures for her daddy in his special room. The whole day was arranged perfectly and he was given a perfect send off dignified but age appropriate for our young family. I was even given an excellent referral for a headstone! Thank you all so very much it's awful the reason we met but our meeting is something I'll never forget.
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Julie Berry,They held our hands from start to finish and guided us through the whole process. The staff in the office, drivers and everyone involved made the day go very smoothly and took the stress away at a very difficult time. Highly recommended
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Stephen Greenwood,Jean had a funeral plan in place so organising proved to be an easier process. We found Devon & the team to be professional in outlining the finer details in a caring & efficient manner. Thanks to everyone concerned.
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Catherine Attwooll,The service was carried out with great dignity and respect.
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Michelle Chown,Can't praise all the staff here enough, from initial contact, right through to the drivers, kept us informed throughout. would recommend. Took pressure of us in difficult time.
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Valerie Wrigley,All the staff we had contact with were lovely and very caring, would recommend to anyone, First class service
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Bob Johnston,The service was excellent. Was provided with excellent choice of Celebrant by Diane Clark the Funeral Director. Whenever I had need to contact the office or go there, was treated with the utmost courtesy and compassion. The young ladies at Carlisle helped me greatly preparing the Order of Service. On the day everything went with a well prepared efficiency and the team were excellent. Quite a number of people have since commented on the moving and excellent service. Many thanks to the team.
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Elshe Yates,Helpful umder standing good all round
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Margaret Fawcett,All the funeral arrangements carried out very efficiently with such dignity. All our family would particularly like to thank Angela and Leanne very much. Margaret
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When someone dies
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Arranging a funeral
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Bereavement support
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What to do when dealing with the estate of someone who has dies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do when someone dies?
When someone dies you need to get a Medical Certificate of Cause of Death from a doctor, register their death and choose a funeral director to arrange their funeral. The Registration Office will give you a Death Certificate and Certificate for Burial or Cremation (GR021 in Northern Ireland).
Read more: What to do when someone diesHow do you arrange a funeral?
You can arrange a funeral by choosing a funeral director who will help you organise all of the details. They can help you decide whether to have a cremation or burial and what type of service to choose, as well as additional options, such as music and flowers. You can find out what happens at a funeral and compare funeral directors on Funeral Guide.
Read more: Arranging a funeralHow do I choose a funeral director?
You can compare funeral directors in your local area on Funeral Guide. Funeral Guide features over 80,000 independent reviews of funeral directors, as well as comprehensive pricing of funeral director services. You can search by town, city or postcode to find the best funeral director for you.
Read more: How to choose a funeral directorWhat are disbursements?
Disbursements are additional costs for a funeral service that are paid to third-parties, such as florists, celebrants and burial fees. The funeral director will usually charge you for them and then pay the suppliers themselves.
Read more: Planning a funeral serviceHow much does a funeral cost?
The average funeral in the UK costs £4,184 for a basic service. Cremations are cheaper than burials, with the average cremation costing £3,885 whereas a burial will cost £5,033 on average.
Read more: The cost of a funeralHow can I get help with funeral costs?
If the cost of a funeral is not covered by a prepaid funeral plan, or the estate of the person who has died, you may be able to get financial help from the government’s Bereavement Support Payment or from War Disablement Pensions, charitable funds or budgeting loans.
Read more: How to get help with funeral costsHow do I handle the estate of my loved one?
Managing the estate of a loved one who has died can be very daunting. The first step is to grant probate to the executor of the will. They will be responsible for the paying of taxes and the distribution of the estate among the entitled beneficiaries of the will.
Read more: How to handle an estate after a deathWhere can I find bereavement support?
If you are mourning for a loved one who has died, grief counselling can be a very helpful process for adjusting to life after your loss. There are many bereavement support charities in the UK that provide counselling, group therapy, social events and other advice and resources whenever you need it, even if it’s months or years after the death of your loved one.
Read more: Bereavement support and grief counselling organisationsWhat kind of flowers should I give at a funeral?
Sympathy flowers are the most common gift for people who are grieving the death of a loved one, but knowing which type to send can be difficult. Condolence bouquets and funeral wreaths are often handled by funeral directors and they can usually advise on what is most appropriate. Florists can also provide very helpful advice.
Read more: Guide to sympathy flowersHow do I write and deliver a Eulogy?
A eulogy, or funeral speech, is an opportunity to pay tribute to someone who has died, by giving a short speech about their life and what they meant to you. It’s regarded as an honour to be asked to give a eulogy for a loved one or friend, and is a sign that you played an important part in that person’s life.
Read more: How to write a eulogyFuneral Hymns
A collection of popular and uplifting hymns for funerals
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Abide With Me
A traditional Christian hymn popular across denominations. It is often sung at military services, sporting events and state funerals.
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All Things Bright And Beautiful
Anglican hymn often sung and celebrated by many different churches within Christianity, it has remained a popular song for funerals throughout the years.
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Going Home
A sad and moving religious funeral song adapted from Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9 with a message about finding peace in the next life.
Funeral Poems
A collection of funeral poems and short funeral verses.
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Afterglow
A short funeral poem by Helen Lowrie Marshall about happy memories living on after a loved one has gone.
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God Saw You
A short religious funeral poem, ideal for a eulogy or memorial poem. A poem about loved ones finding peace with God in Heaven.
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If I Should Go Tomorrow
A moving remembrance poem celebrating the love that lives on in your heart after a loved one is gone.
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