Funeral Services

Cremation or burial

Cremation

• Local crematoriums include: Preston, Charnock Richard, West Lancashire (Burscough), Lytham Park, Southport, Pleasington (Blackburn)
• Some crematoria provide webcasts for those unable to attend, and visual tributes – please enquire about availability

Burial

• Burials can take place in churchyards and cemeteries, either after a service in church or at another venue, or with a graveside service
• Local cemeteries include Preston Cemetery and Hill Road Cemetery (Penwortham)
• Costs and availability of graves can be dependant on where the deceased lived

Direct cremation

• There is no service, and family and friends cannot attend the crematorium
• A direct cremation can be useful if cost is a consideration
• A hearse is still provided, and music is played as the coffin enters the chapel

Religious or Non-religious funeral

Religious

• in church or a service at the graveside
• service at a crematorium
• small gathering in the chapel at our funeral home
• church minister or priest officiates

Non-religious

• service at a crematorium
• service in a non-religious setting, such as a hall or other venue
• small gathering in a room at our funeral home
• celebrant or humanist officiates

Cultures and religions

• We can cater for any cultural and religious requirements
• Specialised facilities for washing and preparing the body of the deceased
• Close links with the Hindu community

Whatever type of funeral chosen, including direct cremation, we always allow viewing of the body if possible.