Category: Arranging a Funeral

Arranging a Funeral

Paying for a funeral

Gillman Funeral Service will quote for all the costs for all elements of the funeral on our estimate. A...

Arranging a Funeral

Poems Suitable for a Funeral

A funeral poem or reading is a common part of many modern funerals. Whether religious or not,...

Arranging a Funeral

Proper Funeral Etiquette

Attending a funeral is emotional and difficult for everyone. On top of this, there’s proper funeral etiquette...

Arranging a Funeral

Repatriation Services FAQs

When a loved one passes away abroad or in the UK, the process of repatriating them into...

Arranging a Funeral

Selecting reflection music for funerals

When making funeral arrangements for your loved one, choosing what music to play can be an important...

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Should a child go to a funeral?

There are many considerations when thinking about whether children should attend funerals. Some people worry their child...

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Tips for Writing a Good Eulogy

A eulogy is a funeral reading that tells the life story of the person who has died....

Arranging a Funeral

Visiting the Chapel of Rest

Some people like to spend time with their loved one in the Chapel of Rest to say...

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What do you wear to a funeral

When deciding what to wear to a funeral, it’s important to consider the person who has passed...

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What does embalming mean?

If a loved one has recently passed away, you may be considering embalming while planning the funeral...

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What is a “Green” Funeral?

The environment and the climate crisis is very topical, with more people focussed on living as sustainably...

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What is an unattended cremation?

An unattended cremation is a dignified and affordable alternative to a funeral. It offers a way for...

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