Each person is unique, so when someone passes\naway you may want to explore unique ways of celebrating them and their life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are some ways you can personalise a funeral\nfor a loved one, to show their personality and make their send-off truly\nspecial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most people opt for a wooden coffin, but\nthere are other options available that are becoming increasingly popular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cardboard coffins are an eco-friendly\nalternative to traditional coffins and are completely customisable as they can\nbe printed on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This means you can have images and words on\nthem, and they can be made to look like something, such as a wine box or guitar\ncase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Transportation to a funeral is usually in\nhearses. However, there are several alternatives available that may be better\nsuited to your loved one\u2019s personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some ideas to explore include a fire engine,\nhorse-drawn carriage, motorbike, tractor, campervan, and boat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Set up a memory table where friends and\nfamily can display items that represent your loved one\u2019s life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These items could include photos, artwork,\ntrophies, certificates, some of their favourite things, and things they have\nmade and that represent their hobbies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You could also have a memory board or jar\nwhere people can jot down their memories of this person or write a message to\nthem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another way to personalise a funeral is to\ndisplay their favourite type of flowers, or flowers in their favourite colours,\nthroughout the service and venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You could even wear one on your jacket or\nhat, and ask others to do the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
People traditionally wear black to funerals,\nbut you can request that attendees wear a different colour in honour of your\nloved one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You could ask that people wear their\nfavourite colours, bright colours, a certain pattern or print, or the colours\nof the sports team they supported, for example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rather than setting a specific colour scheme,\nyou could suggest that people wear something that reminds them of the person they\nlost, such as an accessory they always wore or something they wore to a special\noccasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Add another personal touch to the day by\nserving your loved one\u2019s favourite foods, sweet treats, and drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You could even make something using one of\ntheir recipes, or share some of their recipes or cooking or baking tips with\nothers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Help to set the tone for the day by writing a\neulogy that encapsulates the essence of the person you have lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reading a eulogy allows you to share memories\nand say goodbye in your own special way. You can even lighten the mood by\nsharing funny stories and anecdotes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For more ideas of how to personalise a\nfuneral, or to discuss whether any ideas that you have can be brought to life,\nyou should speak to the funeral director.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Family-owned and run since 1925, Maddock\nFuneral Directors has been trusted by generations of Warrington families. After\narranging funerals in Stockton Heath for many decades, we became part of\nCraven, the largest independent funeral provider in Merseyside and North\nCheshire, in 1979.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For expert advice, please get in touch with\nour team on 01925 652819.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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