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Shoobridge Funeral Services launch poetry competition in honour of grandparents
I was really inspired last week when a little boy stood up at the funeral of his grandfather and read a poem that he had written in tribute. His words were moving, about what he would miss the most, and he thanked him so personally, straight from the heart. Such a brave thing to do. […]
Charity begins at home … and then it spreads
One of my mother’s favourite sayings is: ‘Charity begins at home.’ I’ve often thought about this little saying, and it is something that I have reflected on during all the commemorations for the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Landings. When I was younger, I used to think it was a bit selfish; are we being told […]
Why being a celebrant is the best job I could ever do
Writing this column, I have the chance to sit down and reflect on the funerals I have taken and the families I have met with over the past few weeks. And it is always the same feeling and that is joy. When people discover I am a funeral celebrant and Paul is a funeral director, […]
Spring is here: A time for new beginnings
My daughter said, when she realised British Summertime had begun: “Wow, winter has finished on such a lovely day. There is now a whole world to look forward to.” How wistful. There is a sweetness in the garden, nature is starting to open up in front of us … we are on the edge of long summer […]
Understanding Eco-Funerals
At Shoobridge Funeral Services, a family funeral director in Exeter, environmental consciousness is growing, and eco-funerals are becoming a popular choice for those seeking a more sustainable approach to saying goodbye. We recognise this shift and offer eco-friendly funeral options, such as our Woodland Burial Service, which allows you to make environmentally conscious decisions for your loved one's final tribute.
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