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When someone dies: What to do next?
If you are dealing with the loss of a loved one, there can be lots of things...
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Arranging a funeral
Once you have chosen your funeral director you can contact us via telephone, email or come into...
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Help and support within the Community
Drakes of Torbay Funeral Service is here for you before, during and after the funeral. We’re only a phone call away...
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Live Stream Funeral Service: A Helpful Guide
When a loved one passes, making funeral arrangements can be overwhelming, especially when considering family and friends...
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A guide to planning a celebration of life
There are a number of different types of funeral service. A celebration of life is just one...
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Proper Funeral Etiquette
Attending a funeral is emotional and difficult for everyone. On top of this, there’s proper funeral etiquette...
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Should a child go to a funeral?
There are many considerations when thinking about whether children should attend funerals. Some people worry their child...
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How to prepare for the death of a loved one
When a loved one has a terminal illness and you’re forced to start preparing for their death,...
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How to cope with grief following the loss of a loved one
When you lose someone you love, grief is inevitable. How it affects people will vary enormously, depending...
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Tips for Writing a Good Eulogy
A eulogy is a funeral reading that tells the life story of the person who has died....
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What does embalming mean?
If a loved one has recently passed away, you may be considering embalming while planning the funeral...
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Guide to Choosing a Memorial Headstone
A memorial headstone is an opportunity to remember a loved one and commemorate their life. Not only...
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What message to put on funeral flowers
Your funeral flower messages don't have to be long or specific. All that matters is that they're...
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A guide to dealing with grief at Christmas
Christmas is well and truly among us and although this time of year should feel like a...
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How to send a funeral invitation and ask people to a funeral
Inviting friends and relatives to a loved one’s funeral service or memorial service can feel overwhelming while...