Clifford Ward Funeral Directors

15/03/2026

Thank you so much to everyone who has submitted a remembrance candle so far. Our candle initiative will come to an end today (Sunday 15 March).

Candles submitted before 5pm today will be shared on our page on Monday 16 March.

https://gbnf.online/301105

15/03/2026

12/03/2026

Here are some more memorial candles. If you’d like to submit a candle for a loved one, you can do so by clicking the link below.

https://gbnf.online/301105

11/03/2026

Today we take a moment to recognise and thank everyone who works within the funeral profession on National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day.

At Clifford Ward Funeral Directors, we are proud of the dedication, compassion, and professionalism shown by our team each and every day. Caring for families at one of the most difficult times in their lives requires not only skill and experience, but genuine kindness, patience, and respect.

Behind every funeral service is a great deal of thoughtful preparation and quiet work carried out with dignity — from caring for those entrusted to us, to guiding families gently through each step of the arrangements. It is a role that demands empathy, commitment, and a deep sense of responsibility to the community we serve here in Preston.

Today we extend our sincere thanks to all funeral professionals who devote themselves to this important work. Your compassion, professionalism, and dedication make a lasting difference to the families who place their trust in us.

10/03/2026

HUME
JAMES
Who sadly passed away at the Royal Preston Hospital on Friday 27th February aged 64 years.
A loving Dad, Brother, Grandad and a true friend to many.
May He Forever Rest In Peace
Please click the link for further details
https://james-hume-1961-2026.muchloved.com

10/03/2026

LONG - Nee CROWE
The family wish to announce that Patricia died on 24th February aged 68 years.
Fortified by the Rites of the Holy Catholic Church.
A loving mother, mother-in-law, sister, cousin, nanna, auntie and friend.
Please click the link for further details.
https://patricia-long-1958-2026.muchloved.com

09/03/2026

We’d like to thank everyone who’s created a virtual candle for their loved one so far.

Here are some more memorial candles. If you’d like to submit a candle for a loved one, you can do so by clicking the link below.

https://gbnf.online/301105

05/03/2026

JUST ARRIVED.
We now have vibrant blue and white silk/Faux arrangements.
The spray is 4ft x 2ft. - £50.00
DAD - £35.00
HIRE BOTH ITEMS - £70.00.

For more details please give us a call on 01772885775

04/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who’s submitted a memorial candle so far. We’ve now started to create your personalised virtual candle posts, and they’ll begin to appear on our page shortly.

If you don't see your candle yet, please don't worry, we’ll share it soon. If you’d like to submit a candle for a loved one, you can do so by clicking the link below.

https://gbnf.online/301105

02/03/2026

Remember your loved ones this Mother’s Day.

From 02 March - 16 March we’ll be posting remembrance candles as a special token to those who can’t be with us this Mother’s Day.

If you would like to create a remembrance candle, please click the link below where you can choose a design and write a short message to a loved one.
Your candles will be posted to our page throughout the period.

https://gbnf.online/301105