When it comes to making funeral arrangements, many people are now opting for cremation over burial due to its practical and flexible nature. While planning a cremation can be fairly straightforward, once the cremation is complete the family or friends of the deceased must then make an important decision: what to do with the ashes…
Cremation has become an increasingly popular choice in recent years, with direct cremations now starting to emerge as a simpler and more cost-effective alternative to traditional options. While most of us are familiar with cremation and what it involves, direct cremation is still a mystery to a lot of people. This short guide will outline…
Non-religious funerals are important for those who didn’t conform to a certain religion or who identified as atheists. If you are planning your own funeral or the funeral of a family member and you don’t want it to be religious, there are many ways you can celebrate life without it being based on a particular…
If you’ve ever attended a funeral, you will no doubt recognise many of the common procedures and traditions that have worked their way into the proceedings of the day. From speeches and songs to transport and arrangements. Within this blog, let Stockman & Loram detail varied funeral customs and their origins, many of which you…
Grief affects everybody in different ways and it can be hard to predict how somebody will react during this time period. However a popular way of categorising grief has emerged, the seven stages of grief. Read on to find out what they are and the common signs of each stage. The Seven Stages Of Grief…
Funeral services are often a crucial aspect of the grieving process for many – offering mourners a chance to come together to healthily channel their woes and celebrate the life of their dearly departed – but they are also notoriously expensive affairs. In times of economic hardship, with 1 in 3 Brits fearful that they…
A funeral director, also known as an undertaker or mortician, is a trained professional whose job is to coordinate and managing funeral services. Their primary role is to assist and support families in making funeral arrangements, ensuring that the wishes of the deceased and their loved ones are respected and carried out. Funeral directors play…
Funerals are sombre occasions that provide an opportunity to mourn the loss of a loved one, offer support to the bereaved, and pay respects to the departed. Understanding proper funeral etiquette can help you navigate these sensitive events with grace and respect. Let’s face it, you don’t want to be that guest. Read our blog…
Grief can be a complex and paradoxical emotion to both experience and witness. We can take solace in knowing it’s a feeling we all go through at some point in our lives – and this goes for some legendary wordsmiths of the literary world. Read on to comfort yourself with some inspirational quotes about grief…
Selecting a coffin for your loved one may not be something you’ve ever thought about. It can be difficult to know where to start, so allow this guide to provide you with some gentle inspiration for choosing the right coffin for the deceased. Solid wood coffin Solid wood coffins are among the most common types…