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The Power of a Word It’s a curious thing about cremated remains, that they have become known as ashes. No doubt this is a nod to the cremation process, but it is not a helpful word to use. Cremated remains are not ash, they are sterilised bone, more like fossils. When we think of them in this more honest, but less pleasant way, their impact on the soil, water or plants and wildlife seems so obvious. When we bury or scatter cremated remains, they have a lasting impact on that area,…

When someone dies you need to decide to use a Funeral Director or you can organise the relevant information yourself. If you can choose a Funeral Director you need to choose someone you feel comfortable with. This post will help you to understand some of the things to consider. It’s also important to think about the associated costs of a funeral, and make sure you are able to pay and how you plan to pay for the relevant services. Getting started: What does a Funeral Director do? If you choose to…

After the funeral the real work begins for the estate executor! But there’s more to it than just distributing the estate according to the Last Will and Testament. And………… are these even the responsibility of the Executor? I can’t see many probate solicitors popping round to walk the dog or mow the lawn! When someone dies there are so many unthought of things that need to be done. At www.funeraldirections.com we hope to have the answers, helpful guides and links to local companies that will help out in difficult times. From Funeral…