Grief can overwhelm the mind and our physical senses, leading to unexpected emotions, loss of sleep or appetite and the inability to think straight. You may even feel anger, guilt, immense pain, sadness or everything all at once. It’s important to remember, while difficult, these reactions are normal and the more significant the loss, the …
Losing someone is always tough, but children may find it particularly hard to process. Children often grieve completely differently to adults, so it can be hard to know what to do to support them. Callum Robertson Funeral Directors’ top priority is that your loved one gets the send-off they deserve so, while you take care …
When someone you love passes away, their obituary is a way to tell the world about them. Who they were, and their importance in the world. No matter how long or short their stay on earth, every person has made an impact that you may attempt to capture in their obituary. While writing this final …
When you’re planning a funeral, there are a number of things to consider and you’ll be quite occupied just managing all the details. However, choosing the coffin is a very important part of the funeral planning process and you’ll want to take the time to select just the right one for your deceased loved one. …
You have several choices when your loved one is cremated. While some people wish to spread the ashes somewhere meaningful or to bury them, others prefer to keep them close. If you want your loved one to remain nearby, here are some options. Urns A lovely urn can be the perfect place to keep ashes …
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Not everyone wants to have a solemn funeral. If you’re interested in holding a celebration of life for someone you hold near and dear to your heart, it’s easier than you might think. Even in mourning, you can focus on the bright spots and the happy moments from someone’s life. Here’s how you can plan …
Planning a funeral can be difficult. You’re still in mourning but wish to respect and honour your loved one by planning the proper send-off. There are many choices to be made, from which coffin to choose to which flowers should be placed on the coffin. One of these decisions, which is rarely talked about, is …
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Planning a loved ones funeral can be hard, but it’s important to remember that it’s also an opportunity to celebrate their life. If your family member or close friends was a keen biker, have you thought about incorporating their passion into their funeral? Not only can these personal touches make you feel closer to them …
Funeral readings (also called a eulogy) are a way for loved ones to share feelings and memories about the person who’s passed. Many people find funeral readings a comfort, but there’s no pressure to do a reading if you don’t feel comfortable. If you do decide that you’d like to do a reading, you might …
Funerals are a time for remembrance and celebration of life, so putting your own spin on things is a great way of making the day extra special. There are plenty of personalised gestures that can evoke happy emotions and give the funeral the perfect a memorable feel just as your loved one deserved. Here are …
