If you’ve been put in charge of planning a funeral, organising a wake often will come hand in hand. Although there’s no right or wrongs when it comes to a wake, we know this can be quite an emotional and daunting time. To help make this process as straightforward as possible for you we’ve created …
Debating between a direct cremation and traditional cremation service? A direct cremation is a simple yet dignified funeral where the deceased is taken straight to the crematorium or cemetery. It removes the formality of a traditional service by having no mourners, ceremony or minister. Direct cremations provide an affordable alternative to a traditional funeral service, …
Not sure how to dress for a funeral? Black clothing is traditional, yet dark or muted colours are also considered appropriate when mourning. Whilst the dress code for a funeral in the UK is generally quite formal, the most important thing to do when deciding what to wear is to respect the wishes of the …
When a loved one dies, it’s only natural that you want to give them the best send-off possible – taking into account their wishes and allowing everyone that knew them to pay their respects. Funerals in the UK are often traditional ceremonies with beliefs and customs that date back many years – including black hearses …
Whether you want to give your loved one the send-off they deserve or you’re thinking ahead and making the arrangements for your own funeral, seeking advice and support from funeral directors can make life that bit easier. Although we can’t speak for all funeral directors in Bristol, here at Brunel Funeral Directors, we take on …
Losing a loved one is difficult under any circumstances. But the coronavirus pandemic is undoubtedly adding to the stress and sadness. With the current government guidelines changing the way funerals work – with strict limits on attendance – it makes it harder to bid farewell. However, Brunel Funeral Directors remain open and, our caring team, …
Worried about leaving the cost of your funeral to your loved ones? With the cost of funerals increasing, it makes sense to take out a pre-paid funeral plan – one that you pay for in advance – so relatives don’t have to cover the costs themselves. But you need to be careful as funeral plans …
Whether you’re mourning the loss of a loved one or you’re planning ahead to save your family the heartbreak and expense, planning a funeral can be overwhelming. There is so much to think about – from arranging funeral transport to choosing a coffin, music and readings for the service. However, Brunel Funeral Directors is here …