Christina Rossetti was a successful Victorian poet whose most famous work are the lyrics to the Christmas carol “In The Bleak Midwinter” (to the music by Gustav Holst). She has a couple of very popular funeral poems, Let Me Go and this poem, Remember.
Read MoreThis short but wonderful funeral poem by Robert Burns is perfect for a man who has lived a long and happy life.
Read MoreHere is a very popular funeral poem for a mum, a nan (or grandmother), a sister and female friend.
Read MoreThe poem When I’m Gone by Mary Alice Ramish is also known as To Those Whom I Love And Those Who Love Me. It is beautiful funeral poem for a much loved mum, dad, grandparent or friend.
Read MoreThere are many funeral poems on the internet for sea fishermen, so, I have adapted a great poem called “Gone Fishin’” by Dalmar Pepper to make it more suitable for those that fish in rivers, lakes and ponds.
Read MoreIt’s 150 years since the birth of English Composer, Ralph Vaughan Williams. So what music of hi could be played at a Funeral Service?
Read MoreAny adult can carry a coffin at a funeral. Funeral Directors can supply professional coffin bearers or they can be family or friends who will be given instructions.
Read MoreThere are many poems to celebrate a life well lived. This poem, The Dash by Linda Ellis, is a favourite.
Read MoreI have recently had a number of funeral services to write & deliver for people who have died under the age of 40. This is very unusual. The tone & content of the funeral service is often, although not always, different from a service for someone who has died after a long life in their 70s, 80s or 90s.
Read MoreThis poem is a very popular set of beautiful words to choose for a funeral service for obvious reasons.
Read MoreThe planning of a funeral service for a loved one is a helpful activity when struggling with grief. The focus & need to get the job done can bring a timely reason to leave “what if...” thoughts to one side which can be emotionally draining. Working with a celebrant on planning the actual funeral service can also bring some comfort.
Read MoreChristina Rossetti is one of the most popular poets to have her poems read at funerals.
Christina was a Victorian English poet & wrote the funeral poems “Remember” and “Let Me Go”. She is also famous for writing the words to the Christmas Carol, “In the Bleak Midwinter “.
When arranging a funeral, a family is often asked if they want coffin bearers or pall bearers? What are they? Do you need them? Hopefully this information may help.
Read MoreA funeral can be whatever the next of kin or family want. Normally however, it usually involves some sort of eulogy or telling the life story of the person who has died.
Read MoreSheffield has three crematoria: City Road, Hutcliffe Wood and Grenoside. So which should you use? Here is some information to help you.
Read More“What is Life if, full of care…” is the famous start to a poem that many people will have heard, but few can remember its name. It is a beautiful and popular choice in a funeral service.
Read MoreEver wondered why white flowers are such a popular, traditional and classic choice at a funeral?
There are four good reasons why.
Read MoreSunflowers are symbolic of pure joy. So what better way to pay tribute to someone who was joyous in life with a sunflower wreath.
Read MoreThere are many wonderful poems to honour the love of a person who has died & their beloved dog. This is just a short one.
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