A Funeral Hymn
The choice of hymns, or pieces of music, during a funeral ceremony are for you to decide. The following is music that is sometimes played. ‘Con-Te-Partiro’ (Time to say goodbye) Andrea Bocelli. ‘Let it Be’ The Beatles. ‘What a Wonderful World’ Louis Armstrong, amongst others. The American Quaker poet John Greenleaf Whittier (1807-1892) wrote the…
Music at Crematoriums
Music at Crematoriums. There is a very wide choice of music and hymns offered at Crematoriums. The two main music systems used are Obitus and Wesley. Pick a song or hymn that you want for a ceremony and they are very likely to have it. It can be ordered if they do not. Therefore you…
A Living Funeral
A living funeral is also known as a living memorial. It is an opportunity to celebrate a life while we are all still here. We can all participate and we can all receive. We can all share in the tributes, stories, music and love. Those who are honoured can receive and respond as they wish.…
Is there a place for humour at a funeral ?
Is there a place for humour at a funeral ? Yes, if it fits the occasion, reflects the life now passed and resonates with those who knew the person. In other words, if it comes from a genuine place of love and respect.
When is a funeral held after passing ?
When is a funeral held after passing ? A funeral is normally held between 2 to 4 weeks after passing. This could be held sooner for religious reasons, or later, if a death is being looked into by a Coroner. A cremation or burial could be arranged nearer to the time of death, with a…
A Memorial Service
A Memorial Service could be held at a venue of your choosing, at a time of your choosing. Some Funeral Celebrants have close relationships with venues. A Memorial Service, for example, following a Direct Cremation, could honour your loved-one whilst also being a cost-effective option.
What is a funeral ceremony?
What is a funeral ceremony? We have an opportunity to gather together and share our grief. To also celebrate the life of the one we have lost. Yes we could forgo a ceremony. We could have a direct cremation. We may lose the chance to share our grief with others who share our strong feelings…
A Funeral Ceremony at a Crematorium
A funeral ceremony at a crematorium can be adapted to suit your wishes. The allocated time is sufficient to distil the essence of a loved one for their gathered family and friends and to celebrate and appreciate the life that has gone before. Additional contributions can be made from the floor and any music that…
Do Funeral Directors offer a small ceremony room ?
Do Funeral Directors offer a small ceremony room ? Yes, some do have these, not all though. These can be more intimate spaces for say 20 to 30 family and friends of the loved one. I have been privileged to conduct some ceremonies in these smaller spaces. The ceremony is relaxed, with less constraint on…
A Direct Cremation and a Ceremony ?
A Direct Cremation and a Ceremony ? I recently conducted a ceremony at a crematorium, I was approached by a member of the family to do this. The ceremony was the normal 30 minutes. The coffin was already in place at the service. The Funeral Director had arranged this and had then left. This was…