Gibsons’ Funeral Services, a sixth-generation family firm in County Durham, has joined Funeral Partners to help secure its future while continuing to serve the community. Matthew and Victoria Gibson will remain with the business, maintaining their long-standing reputation for trusted personal service. Click the title of this article to find out more.
With more families searching online for funeral services, Google Ads offers a practical way for firms to stay visible and attract enquiries at the right moment. A tailored campaign helped John Weir Funeral Director grow from a handful to more than 30 enquiries per month. Click the title of this article to find out more.
Suzy Middleton reflects on 25 years working alongside funeral directors, building lasting relationships rooted in shared values and community commitment. As CEO of SEIB Insurance Brokers, she continues to support the profession with deep respect for its resilience, especially through times of change and challenge. Click the title of this article to find out more.
GDPR compliance is vital in the funeral profession, where firms regularly handle sensitive personal data. Eileen Ireland explains how secure systems, clear policies, and informed staff can protect both client trust and business integrity. Click the title of this article to find out more.
Wilcox Limousines recently delivered a Mercedes E220d hearse to Murty O’Neill & Sons in Ireland, marking a personally significant moment for sales manager Neil Carruthers. Having grown up around the Wilcox factory, Neil described the delivery as “full circle,” honouring his late father’s legacy. Click the title of this article to find out more.
Lily Cove, known as ‘Leaping Lily’, was a daring parachute stuntwoman whose tragic fall during a 1906 performance stunned the village of Haworth. Her dramatic death and heartfelt funeral drew crowds and left a lasting mark on Edwardian public memory. Click the title of this article to find out more.
Former NAFD president John Adams spoke at the Australian Funeral Directors Association’s convention in Vietnam, highlighting shared global challenges in regulation and leadership. His visit underscored a growing international movement to expand the funeral profession’s role in education and public awareness around death and bereavement. Click the title of this article to find out more.
Today’s funeral customers start their journey online, researching services, reading reviews, and forming impressions before making contact. This article outlines how funeral homes can connect meaningfully at every stage from awareness to advocacy using websites, social media and digital tools. Click the title of this article to find out more.
Lee Jefferies, known as the 'coffin boffin', began his journey delivering coffins and now leads sales and digital outreach at Steve Soult Ltd. His work blends craftsmanship, customer care, and community connection to support funeral directors across the UK. Click the title of this article to find out more.
Legacy Tribute UK has partnered with Colourful Coffins to launch a bespoke casket range combining traditional craftsmanship with eco-friendly, personalised design. The collection reflects growing demand for meaningful, customised funeral products that honour individual stories. Click the title of this article to find out more.