September 18, 2025
Anthropologist Douglas Davies states that without having some way to deal with death we would not have thrived as a species. Conscious of our mortality we […]
August 11, 2025
Music plays a significant part in almost every funeral. Including music in a ceremony is more than just a tradition; it’s an embodiment of emotion, memory, […]
June 27, 2025
Your relationship with the funeral director is important. Their role is to help you to arrange the funeral of your choice. Since most people will only […]
June 13, 2025
A more intimate and personal funeral doesn’t have to cost more and can be more beautiful than one with all the trappings. Here are some ways […]
May 14, 2025
(Flowers by Jane Morrell) When you work in an area it is always eye-opening to be on the other side of the equation. Over the last […]
March 31, 2025
1. A funeral can be held anywhere that will allow it. Eg, at home, in a favourite venue, outside – no licences are needed. 2. No […]
September 12, 2024
At Heart and Soul Funerals, we believe that the way we say goodbye to those we care about should reflect our values and our connection to […]
September 11, 2024
The families of those who have died quite rightly get much of the attention during the time between a death and the funeral, but it’s important […]
August 13, 2024
Deciding what to wear to a funeral can be a conundrum. Certainly not everyone wears black these days. You can often be led by the wishes […]