There are several different customs that you may need to follow when attending a funeral. Funeral etiquette can vary depending on religion and circumstances. What to wear How to dress for a funeral largely depends on cultural traditions and if the funeral service is of a particular religion. Many people assume that the traditional attire […]
What is Funeral Etiquette?
How to Write an Obituary?
Obituaries are similar in content to eulogies, speeches given at funerals, except they appear in print and often adhere to a certain style of writing. Broadsheet newspapers publish full-page obituaries for those deemed to have contributed significantly to society. These are mini-biographies of the person’s life. National newspapers also publish obituary notices, or death notices, […]
What is a Funeral Celebrant?
A celebrant is someone who leads ceremonies such as weddings, christenings and funerals. They will stand at the front of the funeral service, address the congregation, and sometimes lead them in prayer or give a eulogy. Types of celebrant When choosing a celebrant for your loved one’s funeral, you may want to consider your loved […]
What is Embalming?
Embalming is the process of preserving the human body after death to delay decomposition. Human beings have been practising embalming in various forms for thousands of years. Many people still choose embalming for their loved ones. Funeral directors may have the facilities to carry out embalming themselves, or can arrange for an embalmer to care […]
What to Do When Someone Dies
When a loved one dies, you’ll need to do the following: 1. Obtain a Doctor’s Certificate of Death When a loved one dies, you’ll need a doctor to issue a certificate confirming the medical cause of death within 48 hours. This is known as a doctor’s, or medical, cause of death certificate. The funeral director […]
What are Green Funerals?
Green funerals (also known as natural burials or woodland burials) are a fairly new concept with a growing number of people choosing to have them. Green funerals are an eco-friendly alternative to traditional burials and cremations. They do not include cremation or embalming and are considered the most environmentally friendly funeral option. The coffin is […]
