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We have all seen movies where the family has gathered for the reading of the will. In reality, this rarely happens and is simply a Hollywood fabrication. When someone dies it is important that their will is read straight away as it often contains...

A wake is a funeral reception, and traditionally takes place after the main funeral service. It provides an opportunity for mourners to gather together to share memories and stories about the deceased. Food and drink are usually served at a wake....

An obituary is a short piece of writing that gives a brief biography of a loved one. Traditionally an obituary was placed in a newspaper and served as a way to communicate the news of a death to the local community. Often it can contain useful...

Arranging a funeral can be a complex and distressing process. Whilst some people may manage to arrange a funeral in one to two weeks, other people may take up to three weeks or longer. The time between the death of a loved one and the funeral can...

Turning ashes into glass jewellery is a beautiful and meaningful way to commemorate a loved one. This process involves incorporating cremation ashes into molten glass, creating a unique and lasting keepsake. Glass jewellery from ashes can take...

A humanist funeral is a non-religious and personal funeral ceremony that celebrates the life of the deceased. It focuses on their personal stories, relationships, and achievements without any form of religious content. Humanist funerals are conducted...

Understanding the Cremation Process At NC Funeral Directors, we understand that the timeline for receiving ashes after a cremation is a common concern. Generally, most families receive the ashes within a few days, though exact times can vary based on...

Initial Steps to Arrange a Funeral After the Death of a Loved One When a loved one passes away, starting to arrange the funeral can feel daunting. The initial steps involve several crucial tasks, including obtaining documentation like a death...

In the UK, cremation is the most popular type of funeral with more than 65% of funerals including cremation. However, it is quite common for people to be unaware of a cremation cost and what to expect. The aim of this guide is to provide you with...

Military funerals can range from a full military funeral complete with The Last Post, standard-bearers and the Union Jack covering the coffin, to a simple gesture towards the service given by the deceased to their country with the presence of the...

A simple cremation is a simple, quiet and dignified funeral. You can still attend a simple cremation, unlike a direct cremation, where no mourners are present, but it is a small and simple service. People choose simple cremations for various reasons,...

A Christian funeral gives friends and family the opportunity to both celebrate the life of their loved one, and mourn their passing. Church of England and Catholic funerals will vary, though they do have many similarities. A Christian funeral will...

You can choose to have your loved one buried or cremated. If you choose to have them cremated, which is a popular choice, then you will also need to choose what to do with the ashes after the cremation. You may not need to decide straight away what...

It can be very hard to know what to say to someone after the death of a loved one. People process grief differently, and depending on how well you know the person, it can be difficult to find the best words or gestures of condolence. Going to a...

The passing of a loved one, whether at home or in a hospice or hospital, puts you in a worrying position. Depending on whether the death was expected or unexpected will determine the next steps that you need to take immediately after the death of a...

The answer to how long after death is a funeral can vary according to several factors. If the death was expected then the paperwork should be available quickly. However, if the deceased's death was unexpected, or they had not been seen by a doctor...

Traditionally funerals were sombre and conventional, but nowadays, you can make your loved one's funeral as colourful and as vibrant as they were. A funeral is a celebration of a life, a time to gather with the people that loved them most and share...

When choosing what to wear to a funeral, the main thing you want to do is show respect to the deceased and their family. Traditional funeral attire is commonly black in colour and that is what most will choose to wear to funerals. However, you might...

There is a lot to consider when arranging a funeral. You have to consider whether the deceased will be buried or cremated while you will also need to think about where the service will take place. There is a lot to think about but have you thought...

Funerals are an incredibly difficult for every family, especially those that have experienced a sudden or unexpected death. And of course, everyone’s wishes are entirely different when it comes to planning a funeral and celebrating the life of a...