T. J. Parry, an independent family-run funeral firm based in Burton-upon-Trent recently took delivery of a quality used Vito complete with a brand new ‘Rise&Fall’ deck from Superior UK Automotive Ltd. The removal…
Author: Ruth Nicholas
Linsie’s back: where there’s a will there’s a Way
The daughter of a well-known retired funeral director has joined the business he set up more than 30 years ago. Linsie Kemp is now working as a funeral arranger at J H Way…
Opinion: Why trust has never been so important
Suzanne Grahame, chief executive of Golden Charter Now that it is fully in place, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)’s regulation of the funeral planning market provides several benefits and reassurances to current and…
Inspired by Matilda: Havant crem installs postbox for ‘letters to loved ones’
A nine-year-old girl in Nottingham has inspired a crematorium in Havant with a new way to help people who have lost loved ones. Colleagues at The Oaks Havant Crematorium have installed a post…
Bingham funeral director wins community award
Dominic Lister, funeral director at Nottinghamshire’s largest independent family funeral directors, A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service, has been recognised for his commitment to the community at the Bingham Civic Awards. Bingham Town…
CBCE 2023 focuses on changing developments in sector
The Cremation Society and the Federation of Burial and Cremation Authorities are delighted to be working together to present this year’s CBCE event which runs from 26-28 June at the Hilton at…
Peter’s saddling up to raise cash for Hope House Ireland
A well-known retired funeral director is taking on a tough cycling challenge to raise cash for a charity which provides vital respite for cancer patients. Peter Mulholland, 70, from Mulhollands Funeral Directors will…
Ever think of using YouTube as a funeral director?
More practical tips to develop your digital reach from Eimer Duffy As a funeral director you understand the importance of connecting with families in your community. And providing them with the support they…
New SAIF president vows to combat ‘click and collect’ operators impacting mental health
Mark Horton, of Hull-based Hortons Funeral Directors, has been elected President of SAIF, the UK’s largest trade association dedicated to protecting the interests of independent funeral directors and their customers. Mark, who launched…
West Midlands: new cemetery for Sandwell
Sandwell’s newest cemetery – which will secure burials in the borough for decades to come – has been officially opened in Rowley Regis, West Midlands. The new Canalside Cemetery is off Powke Lane,…
