Personal Touches
Your loved one was as unique as their fingerprints, and to help celebrate their individuality, we would be delighted to talk through with you all the ways that we can bring personal touches into the funeral arrangements
This could be something as simple as a beautifully crafted order-of-service booklet, through to the timeless elegance of a horse drawn carriage. Please see the Personal Touches section of this website to give you a flavour of the truly special ways that we can help you to remember your loved one.
Memorials
Will The Existing Memorial Be Able To Stay On The Grave That Needs To Be Reopened?
In the majority of cases, any existing grave memorial will have to be removed if an existing grave is to be reopened for the interment of your loved one. This has to be done to allow access to the grave, and the memorial normally has to remain off of the grave for between six months and a year, to allow the ground to settle following the burial.
How Do I Arrange For The Removal Of The Memorial To Reopen The Grave?
We will arrange this for you with our recommended stonemason, Kernow Stone, who we know do an excellent job.
How Do I Arrange A New Memorial Or Changes To The Existing One?
Kernow Stone, our recommended stonemason, can help you with everything that you could need, from a thorough clean or additional inscription on an existing memorial, to the purchase and installation of an entire new memorial. Their telephone number is 01209 206284 extn 302 and their website is www.Kernowstonememorials@gmail.com
Motor Cycle Funeral
Is a Motorcycle Hearse Safe?
The motorcycle hearse is a perfectly safe way to convey your loved one. With many years of experience, you can be sure it is a very safe way to travel.
What Types Of motorcycles Are available
There is a varied range of motorcycle funeral hearses to choose from, each one offering a truly bespoke tribute to an enthusiast.
- Triumph Bonneville T120 Black – an original and iconic style.
- Triumph Thunderbird – a powerful and solid 1600cc cruiser.
- Harley Davidson Road King – the ultimate classic bike for fans of the open road
- Suzuki Hayabusa – a record breaking motorcycle hearse built for speed and performance, an exhilarating tribute for an extraordinarily farewell.
Different Colour Ties own small box
Ties can express a favourite colour or interest. You may want them to lift the mood of the funeral or match with a particular colour scheme that you have chosen.
Flowers
Floral tributes are a beautiful way to honor and celebrate the life of your loved one, and at Paul Sherris Funeral Services, we offer personalised arrangements that reflect their personality, passions, and the special moments they cherished.
Whether it’s incorporating their favorite flowers, colors, or even designing a tribute in a specific shape or theme that holds deep meaning, we work closely with you to create floral displays that are as unique as the person they represent.
These personalised tributes serve as a heartfelt expression of love and remembrance, bringing comfort and a sense of connection to those who gather to celebrate their life.
Photography
Why Have A Photographer At Your Loved Ones Funeral?
Creating a lasting visual record of your loved ones funeral can be really precious. Often a time when emotions are running high it’s really difficult to take everything in. Remembering how beautiful the flowers looked, friends and family that were there to show their support, how smart the funeral team were, as well as all the little details.
Photographs are a lovely way to look back and remember a day fondly, they can also be shared with those that perhaps cannot attend or perhaps shared with the younger generation at a later date.
Orders of Service
What Is An Order Of Service?
This is a printed, personalised booklet that enables attendees to follow and participate in the funeral service. It can also be used as a keepsake for closer family and friends.
What Information Goes Into An Order Of Service?
Normally, an order of service would provide all the text required for someone to be able to follow the funeral service. This can include readings, poems, hymns and prayers, as well as details about the music being played and the names of the people speaking. You can also add a personal touch by including favourite pictures of your loved one in your order of service, and include any details about an invitation to a reception following the service or charitable giving.
Horse Drawn
Horse drawn funerals are a very special way of conveying your loved one to their place of rest. They add dignity and solemnity to the occasion and can be used to express a love of horses, or, indeed, a love of tradition.
Doves
The release of doves at a funeral is a wonderfully joyful moment and can be seen as a way of sending a symbolic message to your loved one. They can also act as a way of helping people, especially children and young people, feel that they are able to participate in the service in some way.
Fingerprint Keepsakes
A fingerprint keepsake is a memento, such as a jewellery pendant, earrings or key ring, for example, which shows the imprint of your loved one’s fingerprint.
Personalised Coffins
At Paul Sherris Funeral Services, we believe that a coffin can be more than just a final resting place—it can be a deeply personal reflection of your loved one’s life and character. We offer a range of customisation options that allow you to create a coffin that truly captures their essence.
Whether it’s choosing a specific color, incorporating meaningful symbols, or even adding personal touches like favorite quotes, images, or designs that represent their hobbies, passions, or heritage, we work with you to ensure every detail resonates with who they were. This personalised approach allows the coffin to serve not only as a tribute to their life but also as a comforting reminder of the memories and love they leave behind.