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Funeral poems for Mum: 25 verses to honour a deceased Mother
Funeral poems for Mum: 25 verses to honour a deceased Mother
The loss of a mother is an incredibly deep and emotional experience. In moments of grief, finding

Izzy Wood

20 March 2025

Which Is Better: Life Insurance or a Funeral Plan?
Which Is Better: Life Insurance or a Funeral Plan?
What are the roles of religion, ritual, and mourning? Learn more about the death rituals and rites of various cultures.

Matt Tuffin

17 March 2025

Funeral Songs for Mum: 35 Memorial Service Songs & Hymns for Mother
Funeral Songs for Mum: 35 Memorial Service Songs & Hymns for Mother
They are often our greatest source of love, strength, and comfort, and saying goodbye feels

Izzy Wood

14 March 2025

What is a committal funeral service & how does it work?
What is a committal funeral service & how does it work?
A committal service can be a deeply meaningful part of the funeral process, offering a final

Izzy Wood

06 March 2025

Navigating Grief During Winter
Navigating Grief During Winter
Winter can be a particularly challenging time for those who are grieving. The colder days and

Izzy Wood

27 February 2025

Funeral Poems for Dad: 21 Verses to Pay Tribute to a Deceased Father
Funeral Poems for Dad: 21 Verses to Pay Tribute to a Deceased Father
Finding the right words to honour your Father at his funeral can feel overwhelming. Poems can

Matt Tuffin

12 February 2025

10 Famous Celebrities Who Chose Direct Cremation
10 Famous Celebrities Who Chose Direct Cremation
Many celebrities have chosen a pure cremation, also known as a direct cremation, although the

Matt Tuffin

07 January 2025

Planning Ahead: Get your finances in order for 2025 
Planning Ahead: Get your finances in order for 2025 
The start of the year is the perfect time to plan your finances and take stock of what happened in

Matt Tuffin

06 January 2025

A Guide to Funeral Attire: What to Wear to a Funeral
A Guide to Funeral Attire: What to Wear to a Funeral
Attending a funeral is a sombre occasion, that calls for careful consideration of what to wear. The

Matt Tuffin

05 December 2024

How to Choose the Perfect Funeral Flowers
How to Choose the Perfect Funeral Flowers
Choosing flowers for a celebration of life or to show sympathy can be meaningful. It can also be an

Matt Tuffin

29 November 2024

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