Lasting Moments Celebrancy

30/08/2025

Today is National Grief Awareness Day 💜

At some point in our lives, we will all be impacted by grief. And yet, it's still something so many people don't talk about or have misconceptions of.

We wanted to share some reminders for National Grief Awareness Day- are there any you would add to this list?

If you need support, you're not alone.

https://www.cruse.org.uk/

17/08/2025

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15/08/2025

Talking about su***de can be difficult.

However, learning how to talk about it in a safe and hopeful way has the power of potentially saving lives and avoiding reinforcing stigma that can prevent people from seeking the support they need.

Refrain from using the term ‘committed’. 'Commit' implies su***de is a sin or crime, reinforcing the stigma that it’s a selfish act and personal choice. Su***de has not been a crime in England since 1961.

Instead, let's use phrases such as 'died by su***de' or 'experienced suicidal thoughts'.
Let's keep talking about su***de safely and sensitively, and keep saving young lives. 💜

14/08/2025

This is such a sad story for the relatives. No family should ever have to go through not knowing where their loved ones are buried or whether the ashes they have really are those of their loved ones.

Thankfully the majority of funeral directors are respectful, honest and trustworthy following a code of conduct written by the NAFD

If you find yourself in the sad situation of having to arrange a funeral for your loved ones please always check they are part of the NAFD.

⚖️Legacy Funeral Directors, Hull⚖️

Robert Bush, owner of Hull's Legacy Independent Funeral Directors, appeared in court today but did not enter a plea for any of the 65 charges he faces, which includes 30 counts of preventing a lawful burial.

The defence was not in position to proceed because of the large number of papers related to the case, so an adjourned plea and trial preparation hearing is now scheduled for Wednesday, 15 October at 2pm, and is estimated to last about two hours.

The situation in Hull is truly awful, and this delay will prolong the suffering for the loved ones of the deceased concerned and the local community. Our thoughts are with them.

The NAFD would like to highlight the fact that events like this are extremely rare and serve to underline just how important it is to select a reputable funeral director. We only get one chance to say goodbye, so it is incredibly important to get it right.

Funerals matter, and by choosing an NAFD member, bereaved families can be reassured that they have picked a funeral director who abides by the Funeral Director Code, and who is inspected by one of our expert team of Standards and Quality Managers.

We will report back to members after the adjourned plea and trial preparation hearing in October.

03/08/2025

If you or someone you know is experiencing loneliness following bereavement then please consider coming along to our bereavement meetings. A warm and friendly welcome awaits from people who understand how it feels to lose a loved one.

03/08/2025

And to add that unless there is a deadline due to rental property that there is no set timeframe for sorting out a loved ones belongings. It can take some people years before they are able to sort out clothing etc. when it feels right then that is the time to begin the task.

30/07/2025

Celebrants offer such a unique service to grieving families. We create beautifully created ceremonies to help families say a meaningful and personalised goodbye. It is important to mark the passing of a loved one to help with the grieving process. Something the direct cremation marketing companies forget to mention.

28/07/2025

Can’t beat a bit of networking with Solihull mayor for my bereavement groups.

27/07/2025

Something I experienced with my dad. I also wrote a personal tribute about holding hands through life until death that I read at his funeral. Experiencing the loss of parents helps me to understand and support families who have lost someone

This is a popular poem that so many have resonated with, now turned into a song. The song is on the links and can be purchased from my Etsy shop also in the links.

I held your hand
until it went cold.
Not letting go
of the love I hold.

I held my tears
so you wouldn't know.
How broken I'd be
If I let you go.

I held my breath
So you could hear
that yours was saying
"I'm still here."

I held my myself
with your embrace
whilst your presence
was my saving grace.

I held my voice
and it's silent words,
so you wouldn't know
that I was scared.

I held your hand
until it went cold.
Then an angel came
and took a hold.

Joanne Boyle ~ Heartfelt

20/07/2025

As someone who has experienced the death by su***de of my mother I understand. I am trained in su***de prevention and as a celebrant and bereavement group organiser I can offer support with funeral planning and grief support

13/07/2025