Arranging a Funeral

Arranging a Funeral with Saunders & Chorley Funeral Directors

Arranging a funeral is a deeply personal process, and we at Saunders & Chorley Funeral Directors are here to provide you with guidance, care, and professional support every step of the way. Our goal is to make the process as smooth as possible, ensuring that your loved one’s final farewell reflects their life, personality, and wishes.

We understand that this can be an emotional time, and our team is committed to helping you navigate the decisions involved with compassion and respect.

Step 1: Understanding Your Options

At Saunders & Chorley, we offer a variety of funeral services, each designed to meet the unique needs of every family. You can choose from a burial, eco friendly burial or cremation:

Direct Cremation

A simple, respectful cremation without a formal service, giving families the flexibility to hold a memorial or celebration of life at a later date.

Gentle Farewell

A private, intimate farewell in our Abbey Mount Funeral Chapel, ideal for up to 25 family members. You can personalise the service with music and tributes.

Traditional Funeral Service

A full funeral with a formal service, procession, and the presence of a minister or celebrant to lead the service.

Our team will discuss all the available options with you, ensuring you have a clear understanding of what each service entails.

Step 2: Choosing the Right Service

Once you’ve decided on the type of service, we’ll assist you in finalising the arrangements. Here are some of the key decisions you’ll need to make:

Cremation or Burial: You can choose between a cremation or a burial, depending on your loved one’s wishes or family tradition.
Service Details: You’ll decide whether the service will be religious or non-religious, what readings or music will be included, and who will conduct the service.
Location: The funeral can take place at our Abbey Mount Funeral Chapel, a local church, or at the crematorium, depending on your preferences.

Step 3: Organising the Funeral

Our team at Saunders & Chorley will guide you through every aspect of arranging the funeral, including

Funeral Director and Attendants

We will assign a dedicated funeral director who will oversee all arrangements. Our attendants will assist with all the logistics on the day of the funeral, ensuring a seamless service.

Transport and Vehicles

We offer a fleet of Volvo hearses and limousines to transport your loved one and family members. If you require special transport or have any specific vehicle requests, we will do our best to accommodate them.

Coffins and Caskets

We offer a wide range of caskets and coffins, including traditional wood, eco-friendly options, and personalised designs. We’ll help you choose the right one that aligns with your loved one’s wishes.

Step 4: Personalising the Service

We believe every life is unique, and the funeral service should reflect the individuality of the person. Here are some ways we can personalise the service

Floral Tributes

Whether traditional wreaths, custom floral arrangements, or symbolic tributes, we work with local florists to create arrangements that honour your loved one.

Music and Readings

You may wish to include your loved one’s favourite songs, hymns, or poems during the service. We can arrange music and readings that reflect their tastes and personality.

Personal Tributes

If desired, family members can offer eulogies or share memories that celebrate the life of your loved one.

Step 5: Practical Considerations

Our team will also handle the following important tasks:

Registration of Death: We can guide you through the process of registering the death and obtaining necessary certificates.
Paperwork and Legalities: We will ensure all the legal paperwork is completed, including obtaining the necessary permissions and certificates for cremation or burial.
Arranging Notices: We will assist you in placing obituary notices in the local press and any relevant online platforms.

Step 6: Final Arrangements

Once all the arrangements have been made, we will ensure everything runs smoothly on the day of the funeral. This includes

Caring Transfer

We will bring your loved one into our care with dignity and respect.

Funeral Procession

The procession will follow a respectful route to the funeral venue, whether it’s our chapel, the local church, or crematorium.

Ashes Return

If the service includes cremation, we will return the ashes within five working days in a tasteful casket, giving you the opportunity to hold a memorial or scattering service.

Step 7: Aftercare Support

At Saunders & Chorley, our care does not end with the funeral. We provide aftercare services to support you during the grieving process, including advice on memorialisation, legal matters, and connecting you with local bereavement support groups.

We are always here to support you in the days, weeks, and months following the funeral.

Contact Saunders & Chorley Funeral Directors Today

We are here to help you arrange a funeral that honours your loved one with care, compassion, and respect. For more information or to begin the arrangement process, please reach out to us at 01229 440572 or email info@saundersandchorley.com.

Let us support you through every step of the journey.

01229 440572

info@saundersandchorleyfunerals.com

Saunders & Chorley Funeral Directors

Arranging a Funeral