Arranging A Funeral
When someone dies – what to do next.
When a loved one dies
The death of someone close to you can be overwhelming and you may need practical advice to help you manage.
If someone dies at home, you should contact the family doctor. Confirmation of the death will be carried out by the doctor or medical professionals who will attend the family home. As soon as this critical step is carried out then you can call your funeral director who will attend and bring the deceased into our care.
If the death was unexpected, accidental or violent, or indeed if there are unusual circumstances and if the cause of death is unknown then the Police must be called.
Upon their attendance further instruction will be given.
If the death occurs in a hospital setting the charge nurse or the Police will contact the nearest relative or next of kin and arrange a time for them to attend the hospital.
If you are the nearest relative or next of kin you may be asked to identify the body if the person was not an in-patient at the hospital.
Contact your chosen funeral director. The hospital will arrange for a medical certificate to be issued which will allow the process of registering the death to proceed.
We will be there at every stage of the registration procedure and the funeral arrangements to advise and assist you.
Funeral Arrangements
We understand the sorrow and grief of bereavement and we appreciate the love you shared in life should be reflected in the funeral.
A funeral should be a unique tribute to the life of the person who has passed away, whilst providing comfort to relatives and friends. For some this will mean following a traditional path, for others a more contemporary funeral arrangement may be more suitable.
When ready and convenient for yourself the person taking responsibility for the funeral arrangements can make an appointment to meet with us at our premises or indeed in the comfort of your own home.
( COVID 19 – at all times we must abide by government regulations and guidance and alternate arrangements may have to be made to abide by current rules )
Funerals are changing – they are moving towards and becoming a celebration of life. Traditions are of course upheld, however every aspect can be personalised.
- Travelling in specific transport – a Vintage Hearse, a motorcycle hearse, a horse and carriage.
- Incorporate a special route or place.
- Type of coffin – Traditional, coloured or pictured.
- Charitable donations
- Specifically designed order of service
- Service content – Hymns or songs or indeed specific music
- Bright colours or a theme.
These are some of the things that will be discussed.
A written estimate of costs will always be issued after the initial arrangement meeting is concluded.
