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Christine Gaskell,The dignity, care, and most of all time Wendy and Joanne gave us during the loss of Thomas was absolutely amazing can’t thank them enough, also the way they led us up to the funeral was fantastic explaining to us about flowers pictures and also choosing Tony packwood to lead the service was unbelievable. Thank you for all your time and care if we could give you more than 5stars we would you were amazing x
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Sharon Rose,Caring kind xxxx
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Shane Newton,Very professional and kept me well informed of what was happening
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Judith Thurgood,Thank you so much to everyone at Cherish. We were met with kindness, warmth and care at every point. Your help in sorting out the burial arrangements, the order of service and the celebrant was superb. We could not have wanted for more. We felt the day was beautiful and so personal. Many thanks.
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Sheena Webster,I highly recommend this company they were so compassionate, kind and understanding, Gary an sue are such lovely genuine people, mum's funeral was carried out to a highly professional standard, from start to finish an the tribute Gary gave for mum was beautiful, all the family an friends told me how impressed they were how he delivered the whole service.They made a very difficult time a lot easier kept me informed of everything from booking the funeral right through to collecting mums ashes, a very big a sincere thank you to them.
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Stephen Turner,Supported throughout the whole process and everything was organised just as we wanted it to be. Harry, Denise and the team support has been invaluable.
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Ruth Taylor,Both with the planning of the funeral & the service itself , I knew I was in safe hands . I was reassured by Leah throughout & impressed with her patience with us all !
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Susan Hooper,Very compassionate and honest with all parts of the funeral arrangements and service.
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Christina Brookes,From the first phone call to the end of the funeral service, we felt in safe hands. Amie made us feel very reassured that our requirements for our cousin's funeral would be met; i.e. the choice of crematorium, celebrant, flowers, music, etc. All went very smoothly and respectfully on the day. The price was very fair for the services received. Thank you
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Julie Barber,Many thanks to Kevin and all the team at Lymns . We cannot thank you enough for your compassion, and understanding at such a sad time .Nothing was too much trouble , always on hand to answer any queries and offer your professional advise . Also a special mention to Brendan for a wonderful service ! Thankyou once again ! Paul & Julie On behalf of the Barber family .xx
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Nicholas Hilyer,Excellent service, especially in dealing with the transfer of ashes across the country. Always having the time on the telephone to answer details and keep me informed of every stage of the process. Very pleased indeed to have chosen you.
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Mark Hopwood,The arrangements for of Trish's funeral were perfectly organised under the sad circumstances. Special mention to Suzanne who added some nice personal touches. Nothing was too much for her or any of the team. Thank you. Mark and Jess
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Rebecca Fawcett,Carried out mums wishes and treated us with kindness and respect. Very professional throughout and organised, made it easier for the family. Very grateful for everything x
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Darren Springford,I visited a more local funeral company and was told to come back when you have the coroner’s report. The following day I met Val. She was compassionate, sincere and caring, totally understanding personal needs. The day of our service was perfect. Val and her team were so professional, which should make your company proud xx
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Tim Brown,Excellent service would highly recommend made a difficult situation easier
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Scott Brodie,Absolutely first class service and Gail was a fantastic support to us
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When someone dies
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Arranging a funeral
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Bereavement support
Practical help and advice on coping with the death of a loved one.
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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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