Arrangements for the Funeral and What to Think About
Arranging a funeral is one of the most stressful experiences you can undertake. Amid the emotion associated with the loss of your loved one, you will need to make choices and decisions that you hope would best reflect their wishes. We understand this and will take our time getting to know you, your loved one's story, their life, and help you to arrange the most fitting tribute to them. We are fully committed to making sure you honour your loved one in a respectful, dignified and personal way, no matter your circumstances. Some choices and things to consider when arranging a funeral include the following.
Registering a Death Prior to the Funeral Arrangements
A death of a loved one must be registered within five days of it occurring, unless the coroner is investigating the circumstances relating to the death. In certain circumstances the five day period can be extended. The death should registered by a near relative or executor within the district where the death has occurred. Details of local registration offices can be found in our helpful info section.
Funeral Location Arrangements for Service
A traditional funeral generally involves a hearse, some kind of ceremony and a congregation of mourners, followed by a wake and light refreshments. The location of a funeral will very much depend on your loved ones wishes, and whether they wanted a cremation or burial. For cremations there are several facilities locally, details of which can be found over on our local crematoriums page.
Burial or Cremation When Arranging a Funeral
This is a very personal choice, and families often know their loved one's wishes prior to their passing. If you’re unsure about whether to choose a cremation or a burial, our compassionate team will discuss the options and help you through the process. For a funeral without the fuss, our direct cremation option provides a dignified, yet simple cremation, without the costs associated with a traditional service.
Coffins and Caskets for the Funeral Arrangements
Choosing a coffin is often one of the hardest aspects of arranging a funeral. For some families it is the most difficult, visual and emotional element associated with discussing the funeral arrangements. We recognise this and will offer as much help as possible in a caring and compassionate manner. Remember, this is a natural part of the grieving process.
Floral Tributes for the Funeral Arrangements
When a loved one, friend or colleague passes, flowers can be an important part of the grieving process. Our talented florists can create the perfect arrangement for you, whether it be a traditional wreath or something more unusual. We will expertly guide you with compassion, helping you choose the right flowers to express your sympathy and thoughts.
Funeral Transport for the Funeral Arrangements
Planning your loved one’s last journey is important and it is natural to want their last journey to be special. For many people the funeral cortege is one of the most poignant aspects of the funeral. We are proud to provide a beautiful fleet of environmentally concious black hearses and limousines for your loved ones final journey in the funeral cortege.
Memorial Keepsakes After the Funeral Arrangements
For those who are grieving the loss of a loved one, memorial jewellery is becoming a popular choice to bring comfort and a sense of closeness. There are literally hundreds of choices available, from beautiful rings and cufflinks, made with gemstones formed from cremation ashes, to charm beads and pendants cast with a finger print or hair, all carefully crafted with love.
Urns and Ashes After the Funeral Arrangements
Scattering a loved one’s ashes can be a highly personal and ceremonial moment. For some it’s an opportunity to memorialise the life of their loved one, and can be a really meaningful way to say goodbye. Many families choose to scatter ashes in a location with personal meaning, somewhere poignant that holds a memory, or has some kind of connection to the person who has died.
Memorial Headstones After the Funeral Arrangements
There are so many ways to commemorate the life of a person who has died. After a burial, you may wish to choose a suitable memorial headstone for the grave. If you choose a cremation, and the crematorium you choose has a garden of remembrance, you will have the option of placing a memorial therein. You can choose from hundreds of styles of memorial.
Bereavement Counselling After the Funeral
The death of someone important to us will probably be one of the most difficult experiences we ever have to face. Our feelings of grief can take many forms including sadness, anger, relief, depression and many others. We understand that after the funeral is the beginning of your future journey, and provide free bereavement councelling to all families under our care.
Family Who Care About the Funeral Arrangements
Whatever options you choose for the funeral arrangements, you can trust our caring to help you every step of the way. As qualified professionals, we have dedicated our lives to guiding those in our community through the difficult times of bereavement. We serve your loved ones as if they were our own, our family caring for your family for over sixty years.
Gainsborough Funeral Home
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Cliff Bradley & Sons
41 Heaton Street
Gainsborough
Lincolnshire
DN21 2EA
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