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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION
We hope that you will find this section useful if you are seeking advice and information about both the immediate practicalities of funeral planning as well as the longer term concern of coping with bereavement.
At Emslie S. Collier & Son we understand that it can often be a confusing and emotional time in the aftermath of the death of a friend or relative. When called upon to arrange a funeral, we take complete responsibility for all of the details. Our experienced and friendly team strives to provide helpful advice and support that will benefit you at this time of need.
FUNERALS: CUSTOMS AND EXPECTATIONS
Black clothing is still normal at funerals, though many people will wear other dark colours. Increasingly families…..
WHAT TO SAY AND WRITE TO THE FAMILY
It’s very normal to be stuck for words when you’re writing a letter to someone who’s just suffered a bereavement…..
WHEN SOMEONE YOU KNOW LOSES A LOVED ONE
Often people stay away from a bereaved friend, not wanting to intrude. In fact, practical help is usually very welcome at such times….
HOW GRIEF EFFECTS YOU WHEN SOMEONE DIES
The first thing to understand about grief is that it’s different for everyone. It is perfectly normal to feel grief when someone dies…..
HELPING CHILDREN UNDERSTAND DEATH
Whether it’s their first hamster or a parent that dies, sooner or later children have to learn about death…..
HELPING PARENTS WITH THE DEATH OF THEIR CHILD
Losing a child is a pain that no parent expects to have to suffer, and one that no-one but a parent can hope to understand…..
KNOWING SOMEONE WHO HAD A VIOLENT DEATH
Violent death is always horrific, sudden and unexpected, which makes it particularly hard to accept…..
AFTER A PERSON HAS COMMITTED SUICIDE
If someone you love has committed suicide, you are likely to feel anger, guilt, distress, disbelief and range of other emotions…..