What to do when someone dies

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“L Tranter & Son have been providing Funeral Services for my family for 5 generations, their attention to detail and professionalism is second to none.”

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Our History 4 Funeral Refreshments 49 personal service What to do When Someone Dies 6 Music for the Service 49 Her Majesty’s Coroner 7 Charitable Donations 49 Registering the Death 7 Memorial Masonry 50 Our approach is centred around providing all of our clients, irrespective of faith or religion, with a meaningful Useful Contacts 8 Headstones, Full Kerb Sets & Plaques 52 and personal service. We recognise that losing a loved one and subsequently making Funeral arrangements Who to Notify 9 Memorial & Grave Tending Service 56 is arguably one of the most traumatic times in a person’s life. Our personal approach will allow you all the time Arranging the Funeral 10 Funeral Plans (Pre-Paid) 58 and thought necessary to arrange a fitting and unique tribute.

Cremation or Burial? 11 Funeral Costs 60 Our dedicated team of professionals recognise that every family and each Funeral arranged is unique. This is Care of the Deceased 12 Help with Costs 61 why L Tranter & Son’s expertise and experience will help guide you through the traumas often associated with Chapels of Rest 13 Estimated Costs 62 arranging a fitting tribute. Our personal approach and knowledge of local customs are at your disposal 24 hrs Coffins & Caskets 14 Who to Notify 65 a day 365 day per year. Funeral Transport 24 Your Notes 65 Floral Tributes 26 Terms & Conditions 66 Funeral Stationery 46 Press Notices 48

2 L. TRANTER & SON tranterfunerals.co.uk 3 Our History Our History

By the late 80s with the expanding business requiring more space, the decision was taken to close the cycle shop and begin the transformation of what has since become a modern all purpose Funeral Home.

Symon Tranter joined his parents in the business on a full time basis in 1988 and subsequently took over the day to day management in 1995 when his mother Patricia retired. JOHN TRANTER In 1996 the business of Ken Evans Funeral Directors 1852 - 1928 of Newport (Evans & Tranter) was acquired and a 1st generation second office under the name of this business was opened in November 2000.

In 2009 the head office at West Street, St Georges which Tranter’s had occupied for over 110 years was totally restored, followed in 2013 by a similar LEONARD TRANTER restoration of our 17th century grade 2 listed offices 1881 - 1964 in Newport. 2nd generation

During 2015 we acquired, renovated and officially opened our third office in Donnington which is home to our memorial showroom and pre-paid planning centre.

Family run for more Olivia Tranter became the 6th Generation of the HORACE TRANTER Tranter Family to join the business when she started 1912 - 1977 working part time at L Tranter & Son in the summer 3rd generation of 2019. Following studying for her GCSE’s and than a century ‘A’ Levels Olivia took a year out, where she put her Gymnastics coaching qualification to good use by working at Park Wrekin Gymnastics Club. Olivia L Tranter & Son was formed in 1898 by John & Having closed the Church Street garage and has now started at Reading University where she Leonard Tranter. Based in West Street, St Georges, relocated the cycle shop to West Street, John’s is studying for her degree in English Literature with father and son had purchased a row of 7 one other tasks included driving the private hire vehicles, Classical Studies. JOHN TRANTER bedroom cottages with a large yard at the rear, selling and repairing bicycles and acting as a 4th generation which over a century later remains the head office of Chauffeur and Bearer. the company. By 1967 John, who was soon to be joined by wife The early days saw our horse drawn carriages used Patricia, had begun to offer a complete Funeral for many different duties including house removals, Service to the residents of New Town. the haulage of coal and passenger transport, but During the 1970s L Tranter & Son acquired A T it was the magnificent sight of the Belgian Black Thompson Funeral Director of Trench and A Bailey horses pulling the hearses and mourner’s carriages Funeral Directors of Belmont Road, that the business was best known for. In 1926 at (Bailey & Tranter). SYMON TRANTER the age of 14, the third generation, Horace Tranter 5th generation joined his father and grandfather in the business. After studying at night school to qualify as a motor mechanic, Horace went on to open a motor repair garage and cycle shop in Church Street, St Georges. Serving the local By the end of the 1930s motor vehicles had community and completely replaced the horse drawn carriages, so beyond for 6 the stables in Chapel St where the horses had been OLIVIA TRANTER kept were closed. John Tranter joined father Horace generations 6th generation and grand-father Leonard on a full time basis in 1956 and began to concentrate on the Funeral duties.

4 L. TRANTER & SON tranterfunerals.co.uk 5 What to do When Someone Dies What to do When Someone Dies What to do When Someone Dies Her Majesty’s Coroner

There are many practicalities to arrange following a death and many organisations to contact. The first steps In some instances the deceased’s GP or hospital This inquest will be opened and immediately will include arranging for your loved one to be brought into our care, the timing of which will differ depending Doctor is unable to sign a death certificate and will adjourned to allow the Funeral to go ahead, the on the place of death. refer the death to Her Majesty’s Coroner. The Coroner Inquest will then be reopened at a later date when all has a duty to investigate all sudden, unnatural and the evidence and results are available. At all times suspicious deaths. The individual circumstances will during the coroner’s enquiries you will be kept DEATH OCCURRING AT HOME determine the level of involvement the coroner has. informed of how things are progressing by a OR IN A CARE HOME In some cases very little action is required and after coroner’s officer. a discussion with the deceased’s GP, permission is When a death occurs at home, the first contact given for a Medical Certificate of Cause of Death to Telford & Wrekin and should be with the deceased’s Doctor (GP). be issued. Coroner’s Service The Doctor will usually visit the family home or care 01743 258540 home and confirm the death, this can also be done Some cases will merit more involvement and require by a qualified person such as an attending nurse. a Post Mortem Examination to be carried out to establish the cause of death, and, in a small number Once the death has been confirmed the Funeral of cases where the death is of unnatural causes an Directors can be contacted to transfer the inquest will be necessary. deceased to the Funeral Home. In the case of an expected death the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death will then be issued by the GP at their earliest completed the paperwork the deceased’s Next of convenience and either left at the family home or be Kin can collect the Medical Certificate of Cause of available for collection from the surgery. Death along with any personal possessions and Registering the Death register the death. Outside normal hours a duty Doctor will usually attend the home and give permission for the Princess Royal Hospital Bereavement Office, Once a Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (or Funeral Directors to attend, however the Medical 01952 641222 Ext 4741 an equivalent coroner’s certificate) has been issued INFORMATION THE REGISTRAR Certificate of Cause of Death will still be issued the death can be registered. This should take place REQUIRES WILL INCLUDE: by the deceased’s GP once they have received Royal Hospital Bereavement Office, in the district where the death occurred within five • Date and place of death notification from the duty Doctor. 01743 261384 working days unless the registrar gives permission • Forenames and surname of the deceased to extend this period. Person’s legally allowed to (including maiden name if applicable) L Tranter & Son are available to give advice on register a death include the nearest surviving relative • Date and place of birth of the deceased obtaining certificates and registering a death. DEATH OCCURRING IN ANOTHER AREA or a family member on their behalf, a person present • Occupation of the deceased Please call 01952 613932 for assistance. BUT IN THE UK when the death occurred, the occupier of the • Usual address of the deceased premises where the death occurred or the person • Date of birth of the deceased’s partner When a death occurs away from home, maybe in legally responsible for arranging the Funeral such as • The deceased NHS number DEATH OCCURRING IN HOSPITAL another county whilst on holiday, procedures will an executor. differ slightly to those at home. Firstly it may not be WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE Most hospitals have their own Bereavement Centres possible to bring your loved one home until a Doctor The registrar will issue a certificate for Burial TO THE REGISTRARS : with a designated Bereavement Officer. Their in that area has issued the relevant documents. or Cremation (green form) this is required by • Cause of Death Certificate tasks will include obtaining the Medical Certificate Should a death certificate not be issued then the ourselves as soon as is practicable, to allow the • Birth Certificate (if available) of Cause of Death from the hospital Doctor Coroner for the jurisdiction where the death occurred Funeral to go ahead. Certified Death Certificate’s • Marriage Certificate (if available) who attended the deceased, and in the case of will be instructed to carry out his enquiries, this may can be purchased from the registrar at the time • Medical Certificate (If available) Cremation, requesting Doctors to complete the include a post mortem followed by an inquest. Once of registration, these will be required by solicitors, • Deceased’s NHS umber (if available) Doctor’s Part 1 and Part 2 Cremation forms. documents have been issued we will collect your banks, building societies and insurance companies. • Deceased’s National Insurance number loved one at the earliest opportunity. It is important Further certificates are available at a later date but will It is usual for hospital bereavement centres to to note that costs will increase due to time taken cost more than at the time of registration. only be open during normal office hours, for this and vehicle running expenses only, charges are CONTACT THE TELFORD & WREKIN reason there may be a short delay in obtaining the not made for bringing a deceased across county It is possible to register the death in any registrar’s REGISTRARS: necessary certificates. Once the Doctor’s have borders as many people believe. office in or Wales however this will require [email protected] the informant to make a declaration of particulars of 01952 382444 www.telford.gov.uk/ the death. In these cases it is important to note that the documents necessary for the Funeral to proceed CONTACT THE SHROPSHIRE REGISTRARS: 24 HOUR SERVICE will be issued by post and this will cause some delay [email protected] There are times when someone passes away outside of office hours, at weekends or bank holidays, in making Funeral arrangements and setting a date. 0345 678 9016 www.shropshire.gov.uk which is why we are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days of the year.

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HOSPICE Useful Contacts THE SEVERN HOSPICE, TELFORD THE SEVERN HOSPICE, SHREWSBURY Apley Castle, Telford, Shropshire TF1 6RH Bicton Heath, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY3 8HS Tel: 01952 221350 Tel: 01743 236565 HOSPITAL THE PRINCESS ROYAL HOSPITAL NEW CROSS HOSPITAL Apley Castle, Apley, Telford, Shropshire TF1 6TF Wolverhampton Road, Heath Town, REGISTRAR Tel: 01952 641222 Wolverhampton WV10 0QP Bereavement Office Tel: 01952 641222 Ext 4741 Tel: 01902 307999 REGISTER OFFICE WOLVERHAMPTON REGISTRARS OFFICE Bereavement Office Tel: 01902 695091 Wellington Civic and Leisure Centre, Tan Bank, 4-8 North St, Wolverhampton WV1 1DA Wellington, Telford, Shropshire TF1 1LX Tel: 01902 551234 THE ROYAL SHREWSBURY HOSPITAL Tel: 01952 382444 Mytton Oak Rd, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY3 8XQ QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL BIRMINGHAM Tel: 01743 261000 Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham B15 2TH STAFFORD REGISTRARS OFFICE Bereavement Office Tel: 01743 261384 Tel: 0121 627 2000 SHROPSHIRE REGISTER OFFICE Boscobel Room, 1 Staffordshire Place, Bereavement Office Tel: 0121 371 2450 The Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, Stafford ST16 2DH Shropshire SY2 6ND Tel: 0300 111 8001 THE ROYAL STOKE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Tel: 0345 678 9016 Newcastle Road, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 6QG Tel: 01782 715444 Bereavement Office Tel: 01782 676323 CREMATORIUM

TELFORD CREMATORIUM EMSTREY CREMATORIUM Woodhouse Lane, Telford, Shropshire TF2 9NJ London Rd, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY2 6PS DOCTORS SURGERY Tel: 01952 610612 Tel: 01743 237900 MEDICAL PRACTICE LINDEN HALL SURGERY 27 Limes Walk, Telford,Shropshire TF2 6JJ Station Road, Newport, Shropshire TF10 7EN Tel: 01952 620077 Tel: 01952 820400 SUPPORT & ADVICE

THE SAMARITANS CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU CHARLTON MEDICAL PRACTICE SHROPDOC 115 King Street, Telford, Shropshire TF1 1NU 40 Tan Bank, Wellington, Telford, Shropshire TF1 1HW Lion Street, Oakengates, Telford, Shropshire TF2 6AQ 3 Harlescott Lane, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY1 3GZ Tel: 01952 256161 Tel: 01952 459250 Tel: 01952 620138 Tel: 0333 222 6655 www.samaritans.org www.citizensadvice.org.uk

DONNINGTON MEDICAL PRACTICE SUTTON HILL MEDICAL PRACTICE DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS (DWP) CRUSE BEREAVEMENT CARE The Health Centre, Wrekin Drive, Donnington, Telford, Maythorne Close, Telford, Shropshire TF7 4DH Tel: 0345 606 0265 12-17 Cross Hill, Shrewsbury SY1 1JE Shropshire TF2 8EA Tel: 01952 586471 www.gov.uk/organisations/department-for-work-pensions Tel: 0845 6066812 Tel: 01952 605252 www.crusebereavementcare.org.uk MADELEY MEDICAL PRACTICE WELLINGTON MEDICAL PRACTICE Church Street, Madeley, Telford, Shropshire TF7 5BU Chapel Lane, Wellington, Telford, Shropshire TF1 1PZ Tel: 01952 585566 Tel: 01952 226000 CORONER’S SERVICE LEEGOMERY SURGERY MEDICAL PRACTICE 27, Lawton Farm Way, Leegomery, Telford, Shropshire HM CORONER’S SERVICES Webb House, King Street, Dawley, Telford, TF1 6PP. Tel: 01952 255855 Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire TF4 2AA. Tel: 01952 630500 Shropshire SY2 6ND Tel: 01743 258540 HOLLINSWOOD AND PRIORSLEE MEDICAL LAWLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE PRACTICE Farriers Green, Lawley Bank, Telford, Shropshire TF4 2LL Downemead, Telford, Shropshire. TF3 2EW Tel: 01952 560011 Tel: 01952 201144

SHIFNAL AND PRIORSLEE MEDICAL PRACTICE Shrewsbury Road, , Telford, Shropshire TF11 8AJ STIRCHLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE Tel: 01952 460414 Sandino Road, Stirchley, Telford, Shropshire. TF3 1FB Tel: 01952 660444

SHAWBIRCH MEDICAL CENTRE 5 Acorn Way, Shawbirch Telford, Shropshire TF5 0LW WOODSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE Tel: 01952 641555 Wensley Green, Woodside, Telford. TF7 5NR Tel: 01952 586691

WELLINGTON ROAD SURGERY The Surgery, Wellington Road, Newport, Shropshire TF10 7HG. Tel: 01952 811677

8 L. TRANTER & SON tranterfunerals.co.uk 9 Arranging the Funeral Arranging the Funeral Cremation or Burial?

CREMATION BURIAL

Cremation is now the choice for over 70% of Funerals Churchyards and Cemeteries occurring in the . Unlike churches It is important to note that churchyards and most towns will only have one crematorium which is cemeteries have different sets of rules. Cemeteries a non denominational multi faith building. Whether are run by municipal or town councils and unlike you have strong religious beliefs or have a humanist churchyards offer families the right to purchase a outlook, a Cremation service can be tailored around grave for a set number of years. Generally residents the wishes of the deceased and their family. from outside the district are allowed to be buried in any public cemetery, however extra charges will be Services can be conducted by a minister of faith or made for all non-residents. a layperson, and can be traditional or untraditional. There is no obligation to use the nearest crematorium Churchyards are run by the Church of England and to where the deceased lived, however due to are generally only open to residents of that parish. practicalities this is often chosen. Many parish churchyards are now closed for new Burials due to lack of space, resulting in Burials only The documentation required for a Cremation differs being available in a public cemetery. from that of Burial. Part of our service is to obtain the relevant documents and submit them to the Reopening an existing grave, providing that there crematorium. All crematoriums operate under strict is space for a subsequent interment, is usually a guidelines and observe the Code of Cremation simple procedure. However please note that any Practice. existing memorial will have to be removed before the day of the interment. Arranging the Funeral Cremated Remains Following a Cremation there are a multitude of options All cemeteries and churchyards have strict rules regarding the final resting place for your loved one’s governing memorials placed on graves. Fees must Funeral arrangements can be made with a member of our experienced team at any one of our well appointed cremated remains (Ashes). be paid and permission granted before a memorial offices. Alternatively, a Funeral Director can visit you in the comfort of your own home. Whilst making the Funeral can be erected. arrangements, all of your wishes, however small, will be carried out so that the service is a personal and fitting The decision you make may well depend on what is tribute to your loved one. All arrangements are by appointment only. available in your local area so please don’t be afraid Green Burial to ask our team to inform you of the options. Each Woodland Burial sites now offer an alternative to a crematorium has a Garden of Remembrance where churchyard or cemetery Burial. Often located in rural Before you can decide what kind of Funeral NON-RELIGIOUS OR CIVIL SERVICE. the ashes can be scattered or interred. Alternatively the parts of the countryside these sites are not limited ceremony you want to arrange, you need to choose ashes can be brought away from the crematorium and to any faith or religion and are free from elaborate between Cremation and Burial. Your loved one may A member of the British Humanist Association be buried in a local churchyard or cemetery, kept at memorials. Usually only a living memorial, such as have made their wishes known, but if not this can or a Civil Celebrant can be arranged to conduct home, scattered in a favourite place (permission may a tree, is allowed whilst only environmentally friendly be a difficult decision to make. In addition we will the Funeral Service. Usually taking place at the be necessary) or even transformed into diamonds. coffins such as willow, bamboo, cardboard or ask whether we are arranging a traditional religious Crematorium or direct to the graveside in a public unvarnished solid wood are permitted. service or a non-religious civil service. If you are cemetery the service would consist of family tributes, It is important not to rush such a decision therefore unsure of which choice to make your funeral arranger music for reflection and poems or readings. if you are undecided L Tranter & Son are more than will help guide you through the options. happy to retain your loved one’s ashes until you have With the religious content removed there will be more made a decision. TRADITIONAL RELIGIOUS SERVICE time available for tributes so great care should be taken to use this time wisely. Either taking place at your local Church or directly at the Crematorium, a traditional service will be conducted by a local Priest,Vicar or Licensed Lay- Reader. The service will include compulsory elements such as a Bible reading, Prayers and the Commendation but will also have time for family tributes, individual music which may be hymns and time for reflection. The minister will arrange a meeting with the family prior to the Funeral taking place so that the service can be considered and planned.

10 L. TRANTER & SON tranterfunerals.co.uk 11 Care of the Deceased Care of the Deceased Chapels of Rest

Whilst your loved one is in our care there will be an opportunity for family and friends to visit our chapels of rest to pay their respects and say a final goodbye.

Whilst this is a difficult time for all involved many of our clients gain a great deal of comfort from visiting their loved one.

For this reason we offer our clients unlimited use of our chapels (by prior appointment) during normal office hours.

Care of the Deceased

Once your loved one has been brought into our care we will look after them in our purpose built facilities until the day of the Funeral. Once all the official documents have been completed and the Doctors have carried out their examinations our qualified team of Embalmers and Operatives will prepare your loved one so that family and friends can visit our chapels of rest should they desire.

Our preparations will include washing, embalming and dressing the deceased, either in their own clothes chosen by you or a robe supplied by ourselves.

EMBALMING

As part of our ‘Care of the Deceased’ we will on most occasions carry out embalming. The preservation and presentation qualities of the procedure mean that you will be able to visit your loved one right up to the day of the Funeral. Even if initially you decide not to visit our chapel of rest, you may change your mind at a later date. The British Institute of Embalmers All of our Embalmers are fully qualified members of The British Institute of Embalmers. Having trained for approximately two years and passed both theoretical and practicable examinations, they continue to adhere to a strict code of ethics.

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We have an extensive range of veneered coffins offering excellent quality, choice and value for money. Here is just a small selection. Available in a wide variety of woods and finishes to suit all tastes.

Highgrove Gatcombe A polished light Oak finish coffin with 6 A light Oak polished coffin with router brass effect Hereford handles, matching panel sides and a raised lid. Six Brampton wreath holders, nameplate and end ring. handles, wreath holders, end ring and Fully Lined in Taffeta frill. nameplate. Fully lined in Satin frill.

St James Osborne A polished Mahogany coffin with six A White finish coffin with a beaded lid. Kingstone handles, matching wreath Six Kingstone handles, wreath holders, holders, nameplate and Kingstone T end. nameplate and T end. Also available in Fully lined in taffeta frill. Black, Pink or Blue. Fully lined in taffeta frill.

Balmoral Last Supper A Mahogany finished panel coffin with the A light Oak polished coffin with beaded last supper depicted in a central router panel sides and a beaded panel lid. Six panel. Fitted with four Hereford handles, Whitby handles, end ring, wreath holders wreath holders, T end and nameplate. and nameplate. Fully lined in taffeta frill. Fully lined with satin frill.

Artiste Clarence A range of bespoke coffins and caskets A dark Oak finished coffin with router offering a choice of colours, fonts panel sides and a raised lid. Six Brampton and images to provide the ultimate in handles, wreath holders, end ring and personalisation. Fitted with four Hereford nameplate. Fully lined in Satin frill. handles, wreath holders and nameplate, fully lined in satin frill.

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Each coffin is individually handmade from beautiful solid wood. Here is just a small selection. Available in a Buckingham wide variety of woods and finishes to suit all tastes. A solid light Oak Casket complete with raised lid, router panel sides, panel ends and solid oak corner pillars. A one piece metal brass finished bar handle, wreath holders and nameplate. Fully lined in satin casket set. Also available in Mahogany.

Windsor A solid Mahogany coffin with raised lid panel sides and panel ends, metal brass finished handles, wreath holders and nameplate. Fully lined in satin frill. Head of Christ A solid Oak or solid Mahogany high gloss finish coffin with a carved panel depicting ‘The Head of Christ’. Four swing bar handles, nameplate and crucifix. Fully lined in satin frill.

Sandringham A solid dark Oak coffin with raised lid, panel sides and panel ends, metal brass finished handles, wreath holders and nameplate. Fully lined in satin frill.

Last Supper A solid wood, high gloss deep Mahogany finish coffin featuring a carved scene depicting ‘The Last Supper’. Four Metal brass handles, crucifix and nameplate. Fully lined in satin frill.

Kensington A solid light Oak coffin with raised lid, panel sides and panel ends, metal brass finished handles, wreath holders and nameplate. Solid Wood Caskets and Urns Fully lined in satin frill. For a full range of Solid Wood Caskets and alternative Urns please visit Sutherland Lodge or ask your Funeral Arranger.

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Select from an extensive range of American split lid Caskets. Available in wood or metal finishes with Casket This is only a small sample of The American Caskets we are able to supply. Please ask your Funeral set interiors. arranger to see our full range.

Royal Casket Emperor A solid Mahogany Casket in a high gloss A 32oz Bronze Casket with a Bronze and finish with a pale cream cross-pleated Black brushed finish. Cream ruched velvet velvet interior and lid panel. Split lid with interior with a cross-pleated lid panel. rounded corners, swing bar handles and Split lid with urn corners, swing bar handles adjustable bed. and adjustable bed.

Purity Centurion A solid Poplar casket featuring a high An 18 gauge steel casket featuring a platinum gloss, pure white finish. White ruched finish with ebony shading. Cross pleated velvet interior with pleated panel lid. silver velvet interior and lid panel. Split lid with Solid pillar corners, split lid, swing bar moulded goblet corners, fixed bar handles handles and adjustable bed. and adjustable bed.

Provincial New England A solid Poplar casket with a high gloss A solid Oak Casket with a satin finish. Walnut finish. Pale cream ruched velvet A cream ruched velvet interior with a interior with a pleated lid panel. Split lid with diamond pleated split lid panel. Finished pillar corners, swing bar handles and an with pillar corners, swing bar handles and adjustable bed. adjustable bed.

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Beautiful hand-woven coffins in a choice of colours with a multitude of detail options. Suitable for Burial or Cremation.

Willow Traditional Somerset Willow Traditional shape natural brown Willow Traditional shaped coffin in buff willow, inlaid coffin with Chestnut bands and woven with yellow bands and woven yellow handles. handles. Also available with oval ends.

Willow Oval Somerset Willow Curved Oval ended light willow coffin with woven Somerset Willow curved end coffin in handles. Also available in traditional shape. Weather beaten Gold with purple band and woven purple handles.

Seagrass Handle Colours Seagrass oval ended coffin, complete with Handles can be supplied flower rings, Seagrass poles and woven in a variety of colours. handles. Also available in traditional shape.

Matching Ashes Caskets and Urns Square ashes casket in weather beaten gold willow. Cardboard Round ashes urn in buff willow. Cardboard coffin with rope handles. Also available in white.

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A full range of picture coffins and ashes caskets in many different designs and styles are available. Bespoke designs can be created to reflect your loved one’s life

Air Force Princess

Poppies, Flag & Wreath Lilies

Fly Fishing Summer Days

Football Teams Daisy’s

Formula One Lavender Golf Casket Casket

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DAIMLER HEARSE & LIMOUSINE

Our classic Daimler DS420 Hearse (By Thomas Startin of Birmingham) and matching Limousine offer traditional style with modern comforts. The hearse which was registered in 1993 is the last but one to be produced and has had only 2 owners from new. Our matching Limousine is able to seat up to 7 passengers.

VANDEN PLAS PRINCESS HEARSE & LIMOUSINE

Both our 1964 Vanden Plas Hearse (By Arthur Mulliner of Birmingham) and our matching 1965 Limousine have undergone extensive restoration in our workshops and are now available to hire for local Funerals.

ROLLS ROYCE SALOON

Our 1998 Rolls Royce Silver Seraph is available when Funeral Transport a full seven seat Limousine isn’t required. It will seat up to 4 passengers.

L Tranter & Son operates one of the finest fleets of Funeral vehicles in the Midlands. Our luxury Jaguar hearses and limousines have been built to our own specification to offer our clients comfort and practicality whilst retaining the elegance of traditional Funeral vehicles. Our chauffeur driven limousines seat either 7 or 4 occupants and will be available to return mourners to a local address following the service.

Should you wish to tailor the arrangements to include an alternative method of transport HORSE DRAWN HEARSE then your Funeral arranger will advise you of the options and costs. We are able to supply a choice of Horse drawn Hearse’s pulled by a pair or team of four Belgian black or grey horses. Carriages are available in black or white with a choice of plumes.

MOTORBIKE HEARSE

A range of Motorcycle Hearses are available including a Suzuki Hyabusa, Harley Davidson and Triumph Thunderbird.

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Sprays and Sheaves Sprays are usually a teardrop or diamond shape, arranged in an oasis and placed on a small tray. Sheaves are tied with a ribbon, with the stems showing. Both styles can be placed on the coffin.

Rose & Lily Spray Aralia leaves and French ruscus are nestled amongst classic Oriental lilies and large-headed roses in this classic teardrop spray.

Floral Tributes

Flowers offer a simple and elegant way to pay your respects and express your feelings. Whether you desire a formal floral tribute such as a wreath or cross, or a more contemporary design our qualified team of florists will carry out your wishes.

These pages offer a range of designs from a simple posy to a full coffin display, however if you have something specific in mind that is not included in our collection then please ask your Funeral arranger for further examples or advice. Our florist’s are able to produce tributes to your own design and are available to visit clients personally COLOURS & SIZES Yellow & White, White, Pink, Orange to discuss their requirements. Standard: L65cm, W40cm Large: L80cm, W50cm Following the service floral tributes can remain at the crematorium, cemetery or churchyard, or be taken to a Extra Large: L90cm, W60cm place of the family’s choice.

Woodland Spray Large-headed roses, lisianthus, alstroemeria and veronica in pretty pinks, lilacs and creams are set off by blue eryngium, luxury foliages and a natural ribbon bow to create this woodland spray.

COLOURS & SIZES Pink, Lilac, Cream Standard: L75cm, W40cm Large: L85cm, W45cm Extra Large: L95cm, W50cm

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Pink, White & Lilac Spray Simple Rose Sheaf The bold shape of blue irises blend perfectly with the pink 6 Large-headed roses are presented with aralia leaves, and white colours of carnations and spray carnations, spray French ruscus and eucalyptus to create this simple, chrysanthemums and alstroemeria. This is softened by the classic rose sheaf. shape of the foliage to create this teardrop-shaped spray.

COLOURS & SIZES Pink, White & Lilac Standard: L70cm, W40cm Large: L80cm, W45cm Extra Large: L90cm, W50cm

Lily & Iris Teardrop Spray Asiatic lilies and carnations are presented with irises, spray carnations and choice foliage to create this lemon and blue teardrop spray.

COLOURS & SIZES Yellow, Red, White, Pink Standard: L60cm, W34cm

COLOURS & SIZES Vibrant, Lemon & Blue Standard: L65cm, W38cm Large: L75cm, W45cm Classic Sheaf Extra Large: L85cm, W50cm The soft blue shades of iris are complemented by Oriental liles, large-headed roses and lisianthus in this classic sheaf, which is tied together with a cream ribbon.

Mixed Flowers in Cellophane This sheaf of fresh flowers is simply arranged and presented wrapped and tied with a ribbon. The selection includes cream Asiatic lilies, blue iris, white carnations, yellow spray chrysanthemums, white September flowers and blue statice, hand-tied with leather leaf and palm leaves.

COLOURS & SIZES Cream, Blue, White & Yellow Standard: L80cm, W50cm COLOURS & SIZES Large: L95cm, W60cm Pink, Lilac & White, Blue & White Extra Large: L100cm, W60cm Standard: L80cm, W40cm

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Rose & Lily Wreath Lilies and large-headed roses are nestled amongst freesias and Wreaths lisianthus along with eryngium and foliage in this circular wreath. Wreaths are circular designs, usually arranged on an oasis frame. It is believed that the circular shape represents the circle of life.

Classic Wreath A classic selection of flowers including irises, carnations and spray chrysanthemums nestled into this traditional circular wreath.

COLOURS & SIZES Pink & Lilac, White, Vibrant Standard: L38cm, W38cm Large: L44cm, W44cm Extra Large: L50cm, W50cm

Posies and Baskets Created in an oasis, these arrangements are smaller and can either be used as a Funeral tribute, be displayed at the wake or sent as a gift to the bereaved.

COLOURS & SIZES Blue & White, Red & Green, Yellow & Cream Classic Posy Standard: L38cm, W38cm A classic selection including large-headed roses, freesias, lisianthus Large: L44cm, W44cm and spray chrysanthemums presented in a posy design. Extra Large: L50cm, W50cm

Traditional Wreath A classic circular wreath covered with a mass of white double spray chrysanthemums and finished with a pink and white spray of roses and spray roses and finished with a pink ribbon trim.

COLOURS & SIZES COLOURS & SIZES White & Pink, White & Red Vibrant, Lilac & Pink, Yellow & White Standard: L38cm, W38cm Standard: L20cm, W30cm Large: L44cm, W44cm Large: L25cm, W35cm Extra Large: L50cm, W50cm Extra Large: 25cm, W40cm

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Rose & Freesia Posy Pink & Lilac Mixed Basket Roses and scented freesia are nestled amongst choice foliage A traditional trug basket filled with roses, in this classic posy design. veronica, statice and scented freesias in pinks and lilacs.

COLOURS & SIZES Pink & Lilac Standard: L30cm, W20cm Large: L35cm, W20cm COLOURS & SIZES Extra Large: L45cm, W20cm Pink & Lilac, Yellow & White Standard: H20cm, W30cm Large: H20cm, W40cm Extra Large: H20cm, W50cm White Mixed Basket A traditional trug basket filled with roses, veronica, statice and scented freesias in fresh white and green foliage. Red & White or Pink & White Posy A classic posy design created using a mass of white double spray chrysanthemums and completed with a spray of roses, French ruscus and hypericum berries.

COLOURS & SIZES White COLOURS & SIZES Standard: L35cm, W25cm Red & White, Pink & White Large: L45cm, W28cm Standard: H15cm, W30cm Extra Large: L52cm, W28cm

Yellow & White Mixed Basket A traditional trug basket filled with roses, scented freesia, craspedia, spray carnations and ornithogalum in white and yellow arranged in a sheaf-like design. Woodland Posy Large-headed roses, carnations, spray chrysanthemums and germini are surrounded by ivy, solidago and asparagus fern to create this white, yellow and green woodland-themed posy design.

COLOURS & SIZES COLOURS & SIZES Yellow & White White, Yellow & Green Standard: L65cm, W20cm Standard: L15cm, W40cm Large: L72cm, W22cm Extra Large: L78cm, W22cm

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Contemporary Heart This heart-shaped design including large-headed roses, carnations and cymbidium and dendrobium Hearts and Cushions orchids is given a contemporary feel with sweeping pink calla lilies, cornus and steel grass. Created in oasis, hearts and cushions are smaller designs which can be used as a Funeral tribute.

Classic White Heart with Roses COLOURS & SIZES Pink A classic heart-shaped design covered with a mass of double Standard: L50cm, W50cm spray chrysanthemums and finished with a spray of large-headed roses, eryngium and ruscus.

Red Rose & Carnation Heart A traditional heart-shaped design including roses and spray carnations in rich red complemented by choice foliage.

COLOURS & SIZES Red Standard: H37cm, W37cm Large: H45cm, W45cm Extra Large: H52cm, W52cm

Classic White Cushion COLOURS & SIZES Red Roses, White Roses, Yellow Roses A classic cushion-shaped design created using a Standard: L50cm, W50cm mass of white double spray chrysanthemums and finished with a spray of cerise roses and white freesias and a pink ribbon trim.

Open Heart This open heart arrangement includes fresh roses, spray COLOURS & SIZES chrysanthemums, spray carnations and statice with solidago, White & Pink Standard: L45cm, W45cm pittosporum and leather leaf.

Classic White Pillow A classic pillow-shaped design created using a mass of white double spray chrysanthemums and finished with a spray of white large-headed roses and purple dendrobium orchids.

CLASSIC WHITE PILLOW White & Purple COLOURS & SIZES Standard: L55cm, W30cm Yellow & White, Vibrant Standard: L50cm, W50cm

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Pink Contemporary Cushion This striking contemporary cushion-shaped design features a selection of flowers in pinks and purples and includes liatris, carnations, germini, freesia and Casket Tributes chrysanthemums. Usually arranged in an oasis, this particular style of arrangement is quite large and is designed to be placed on top of the coffin.

Classic Cross A classic cross covered with a mass of roses, spray carnations, spray chrysanthemums.

COLOURS & SIZES COLOURS & SIZES Pink Pink & Lilac, Vibrant Standard: L45cm, W45cm 3ft: L92cm, W45cm 4ft: L130cm, W45cm 5ft: L160cm, W56cm

Vibrant Contemporary Cushion This striking contemporary cushion-shaped design features a selection of flowers in vibrant yellow, orange, purple and pink and includes roses, germini, carnations and statice. The design is completed with sweeping calla lilies and veronica.

COLOURS & SIZES Vibrant Standard: L45cm, W45cm Classic Cross This classic cross is covered with a mass of Spray Chrysanthemums. A spray of roses, freesias and dracaena leaves completes this traditional design.

COLOURS & SIZES Woodland Pillow White & Red, White This pillow-shaped design has a woodland 3ft: L92cm, W45cm theme and includes pink large-headed roses, 4ft: L130cm, W45cm germini and spray chrysanthemums along with 5ft: L160cm, W56cm calla lilies and twisted hazel amongst an array of greenery.

COLOURS & SIZES Pink & Green Standard: L55cm, W30cm

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Lily Casket Spray A blanket of Oriental lilies is beautifully complemented Rose & Aspidistra Cross by an array of luxurious deep green leaves to create this Roses and Dendrobium orchids are arranged simple but striking casket spray. on a cross of aspidistra leaves to create this unusual design in cerise, white and green. COLOURS & SIZES White, Pink, Mixed 3ft: H45cm, W120cm 4ft: H50cm, W150cm COLOURS & SIZES 5ft: H60cm, W180cm Cerise, White & Green Standard: L100cm, W60cm

Rose & Carnation Casket Spray Large-headed roses combine with carnations and luxurious foliages to create this traditional casket spray.

COLOURS & SIZES Red, Pink, White, Yellow 3ft: H45cm, W92cm 4ft: H50cm, W120cm Lily & Rose Casket Spray 5ft: H60cm, W150cm This striking casket display features a selection of fresh Asiatic lilies and large-headed roses. The flowers are carefully arranged with amaranthus, ruscus, eucalyptus and aralia leaves.

COLOURS & SIZES White, Red, Pink 4ft: H45cm, W120cm 5ft: H50cm, W150cm 6ft: H60cm, W180cm

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Rose & Eryngium Casket Spray Rose, Orchid & Calla Lily Casket Spray A selection of pink and white roses are arranged with This distinctive casket spray brings together the soft green stunning pink Oriental lilies, blue eryngium, white shades of cymbidium orchids and green anthurium, with spray chrysanthemums, lilac September flowers and a delicate pink calla lilies, veronica and large-headed roses. Special Tributes selection of foliage to create this beautiful casket spray. The spray is finished with aspidistra, aralia leaves, palm leaves and China grass. Special tributes are arranged in an oasis and/or on a frame and usually placed in the hearse near the coffin. Bespoke tributes are also available.

COLOURS & SIZES COLOURS & SIZES Pink, Blue, White & Lilac Green & Pink 3ft: H45cm, W92cm 3ft: H45cm, W92cm 4ft: H50cm, W120cm 4ft: H50cm, W120cm 5ft: H60cm, W150cm 5ft: H60cm, W150cm Tribute Letter A colourful tribute letter of your choice can be created using a mass of beautiful fresh flowers and foliage.

COLOURS & SIZES Blue & White, Vibrant, Red, yellow, Pink Standard: H38cm, W28cm

Classic Selection Casket Spray Woodland Casket Spray This bright casket spray featuring a classic selection This distinctive casket spray brings together the soft green of flowers in pink, red and lilac includes large- shades of cymbidium orchids and green anthurium, with Mum Tribute headed roses, carnations, gerberas and Oriental lilies delicate pink calla lilies, veronica and large-headed roses. A mass of spray chrysanthemums, complemented by luxurious foliages. The spray is finished with aspidistra, aralia leaves, palm freesias, roses, spray roses and leaves and China grass. September flower in white, lilac and pink is used to create this Mum tribute. COLOURS & SIZES COLOURS & SIZES Pink, Red & Lilac Yellow, Blue & Green COLOURS & SIZES 3ft: H45cm, W92cm 3ft: H45cm, W92cm White, Lilac & Pink 4ft: H50cm, W120cm 4ft: H50cm, W120cm Standard: H30cm, W90cm 5ft: H60cm, W150cm 5ft: H60cm, W150cm

Dad Tribute A mass of white double spray chrysanthemums is finished with delicate sprays of roses and lisianthus in white and purple to create this Dad tribute.

COLOURS & SIZES White & Purple Standard: H30cm, W90cm

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Anchor Tribute Football Tribute An anchor shaped design using a mass of white double A mass of white double spray chrysanthemums are used spray chrysanthemums with a feature spray of red short in this football-themed three dimensional tribute, with some stemmed roses and a contrasting blue eryngium. The tribute sprayed black to create the distinctive pattern. The football is is finished with green foliage and a silver cord. then displayed on a moss-covered base.

COLOURS & SIZES COLOURS & SIZES White & Red White & Black Standard: H60cm, W40cm Standard: H30cm, W25cm

Football Shirt Tribute Double spray chrysanthemums and spray carnations are used to create this red and white football shirt design.

COLOURS & SIZES Gates of Heaven Red & White This design is created using white double spray Standard: H60cm, W60cm chrysanthemums and finished with sprays of lisianthus, short Stemmed roses and veronica in white with contrasting green foliage.

COLOURS & SIZES White Standard: H56cm, W50cm

OM Hindu Tribute A mass of yellow double spray chrysanthemums forms the Aum tribute which is completed with red roses.

COLOURS & SIZES Yellow & Red Standard: H45cm, W55cm Teddy Bear Tribute Double spray chrysanthemums, spray carnations, eryngium and statice are used to create this design shaped like a teddy bear.

COLOURS & SIZES Pink, Blue Standard: H55cm, W45cm Khanda Sikh Tribute A mass of orange double spray chrysanthemums forms the Khanda tribute which is finished with a spray of white freesias, lilac lisianthus and blue veronica.

COLOURS & SIZES Orange, White, Lilac, Blue Standard: H62cm, W58cm

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Children’s Casket Spray Scented Posy This delicate casket spray arrangement includes pure calla lilies and A beautiful scented posy including scented freesias, large-headed roses contrasted with sweetly fragrant freesia, September roses and September flower in either soft lilac and white flowers and lisianthus. The display is trimmed with China grass, ruscus, or soft pink and white. asparagus fern and ivy trails.

COLOURS & SIZES COLOURS & SIZES Lilac & White, Pink & White Pink, Blue & Lilac, White Standard: H20cm, W30cm Standard: H30cm, W70cm

Pastel Heart Baby Spray A heart-shaped design including roses, spray roses, Large-headed roses, lisianthus, spray carnations, spray roses and lisianthus, spray carnations and scented freesia. veronica are carefully arranged with leather leaf and pittosporum to create this delicate spray.

COLOURS & SIZES COLOURS & SIZES Pink & White, Lilac & White White, Pink, Blue & Lilac Standard: H40cm, W40cm Standard: L60cm, W30cm

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BOOKMARKS

Bookmarks can be printed and placed on each seat in the chapel for mourners to take away. Again these can include a photo of the deceased and a reading or poem. Unlike a service sheet they will stay in circulation and be used in the future.

BOOK OF CONDOLENCE

Writing a personal message in a Book of Condolence gives family, close friends & mourners an opportunity to express their sympathy in a personal message. This will be a lasting tribute which will record the deceased’s qualities, strengths and how they touched the lives of others. The book will be available to sign before and after the service and can also be taken to the Funeral reception. Funeral Stationery

L Tranter & Son are able to offer a complete range of Funeral stationery including service sheets, mass cards, acknowledgement cards or even personalised bookmarks. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT / THANK-YOU CARDS

Acknowledgement cards can be printed following SERVICE SHEETS the service and sent to mourners thanking them for their attendance and informing them of the total sum A service sheet could include a picture of the of the donations received for the chosen charity. deceased on the cover or an alternative image These cards will alleviate the need for individual of the family’s choice along with the words to the letters. hymns, poems or prayers. These sheets will not only personalise the service but also act as a keep sake in the future.

ATTENDANCE CARDS

In addition to the above optional items we will place an attendance card on every seat in the chapel requesting mourners confirm their attendance. These will be collected by our staff following the service and handed to the family. PASTEL HEART Lilac & White, Pink & White Standard: H40cm, W40cm

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Following the Funeral Service it is customary for mourners to gather for light refreshments. This may be a large gathering at a hotel, public house or community room, or a more intimate gathering at a family home. We are able to recommend local suitable establishments close to the Funeral venue or arrange for outside caterers to provide refreshments in the comfort of your own home.

Music for The Service

Choosing suitable music for the service is an important aspect of the Funeral and will help to reflect the deceased’s life and help mourners make their Press Notices connection. Traditional religious services will usually include hymns whereas non – religious services will include a piece of music for reflection. Most Announcing a death in a local newspaper is a practical way of informing as many people as possible of the Crematoriums have access to an online music library place, date and time of the Funeral. called the Wesley System, therefore we will require just the version you would like played so that we can source the music. For church services an original CD This notice will usually also include details on whether L Tranter & Son are able to place a death notice or should be supplied either to ourselves or the minister. mourners are requested to bring flowers or make acknowledgement in any daily or weekly newspaper Any music chosen for the service must be agreed by a cash donation to a chosen charity. Following the whether local, national or international. the minister / celebrant who will be conducting the Funeral an acknowledgement or notice of thanks can service. be placed in the same publication, this notice will thank individuals who have cared for the deceased during their final days or helped the family through their bereavement.

Charitable Donations

Donations can be collected at the service in lieu ROSE & LILY SPRAY of floral tributes and forwarded by ourselves to Yellow & White, White, Pink, Orange your chosen charity. Alternatively we can pass the Standard: L65cm, W40cm collection on to a designated family member who Large: L80cm, W50cm Extra Large: L90cm, W60cm may prefer to present the money personally. We will provide a Donation box along with clear signs to facilitate the collection. When choosing a charity you may wish to consider something that was close to your loved one’s heart or alternatively a local charity which will benefit Shropshire people.

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“I would like to say a big thank you to all those involved in the making of my Sutherland Lodge, Shropshire’s Husband’s headstone, your attention to detail has not gone unnoticed.” finest choice of Headstones,

Please ask a member of Memorials and Keepsakes our team for a copy of our comprehensive stone When it comes to choosing a memorial as a dignified and fitting tribute to a loved one, there can be no finer brochure and price list. choice than everlasting granite. All of our stones are carefully chosen from the very finest quarries in the world. 1898 MEMORIAL MASONS This retains their beauty against the elements for many years.

A selection of exclusive monuments in a choice of materials, colours and finishes. Please see pagesMemorial 34 and 35 of this Brochure You will find a whole range of memorials to choose brochure for a selection of alternative CJ402 “Triple Hearts” materials A truly impressive Heart kerb set from at our Donnington showroom, Sutherland shown in all polished Blue Pearl

Lodge. The examples on show can be produced in Tropical Green Hassan Green Vale / Seaweed Green Emerald Pearl any size, shape or colour. CJ401 “The Oldbury” An elegant kerb set shown in polished Imperial White granite, with an optional design and inset panel for an etched photograph

If the memorial is to be erected in a churchyard there Lavender Blue Bahama Blue (Light) Bahama Blue (Dark) Blue Pearl are certain restrictions on both the finish and colour,

please contact us and we shall be pleased to advise CJ403 “The Polished Rope” A polished rope design memorial with matching kerbs, complemented with you on the relevant rules / restrictions which apply. an optional laser etched photograph. Rose Pink Red Multi Indian Red Ruby Red Shown in Khammam Ebony Black

Prior to a permanent memorial being fitted we are

able to supply a solid oak Cross which can act as a Indian Aurora Tan Brown Cats Eye Balmoral Red

temporary marker. 2 Colour represents the general appearance of the stones. Variations in colour & structure are part of the nature and thus unavoidable 35

2 35 Colour represents the general appearance of the stones. Variations in colour & structure are part of the nature and thus unavoidable

Balmoral Red Indian Aurora Tan Brown Cats Eye

Shown in Khammam Ebony Black

Ruby Red Rose Pink Red Multi Indian Red an optional laser etched photograph.

matching kerbs, complemented with

A polished rope design memorial with

CJ403 “The Polished Rope”

Blue Pearl Bahama Blue (Light) Bahama Blue (Dark)

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panel for an etched photograph

with an optional design and inset

polished Imperial White granite,

An elegant kerb set shown in

CJ401 “The Oldbury”

Tropical Green Hassan Green Vale / Seaweed Green Emerald Pearl

shown in all polished Blue Pearl

A truly impressive Heart kerb set

materials

brochure for a selection of alternative CJ402 “Triple Hearts”

Please see pages 34 and 35 of this

choice of materials, colours and finishes. A selection of exclusive monuments in a Memorial Masonry What toMemorial do when Masonry someone dies Headstones, Full Kerb Sets Children’s Memorials THE APPLETON A beautiful Black granite heart shaped memorial with a polished & Plaques rose bowl vase.

LAYTHAM KERB SET Intricately carved lattice work and contrasting material finishes embellish this Dark Grey granite memorial. TUMBLING TED A delicately carved teddy with heart and free standing book.

TEDDY BEAR ON MOON MEMORIAL An all polished Black granite moon shaped memorial with carved bear.

WHITEDALE HEADSTONE All polished Indian Light Grey granite with stunning metallic finish to the rose design.

HATFIELD HEADSTONE HELMSLEY KERB SET FAIRY INSCRIPTION Timeless and classic this polished oval is The honed finish and elegant contours of this Fairytale images can be combined with any letter to truly framed by four deep carved roses and rustic Evergreen granite memorial are complimented by personalise your memorial. Stone shown is an Half Ogee FAIRYTALE CASTLE pitched edges. Shown in Black granite. the distinctive shaded and tinted ornaments. with Barrel sides in Blue Pearl granite. A hand carved Fairytale castle in Black granite.

Vases/Ashes

0248G HEART PLAQUE VASE 1 VASE 12 0247G MARBLE VASE Pepper Pot Vase, the 6 faces Rounded edges give a White marble Vase with carved Black granite Vase with Barrel sided vase with Angels The cushioned edges to this marble create multiple inscription and cushioned effect to this floral image (Rose) on corner. carved floral image (Rose) lament design in Blue Pearl CASTLETON TURNED VASE vase create a gentle look. ornamentation possibilities. pedestal mounted plaque. Also available in other colours. to front face. granite. Black granite Castleton turned vase.

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OFFSET PEON CROSS HEADSTONE In Blue Pearl granite.

CASTLETON KERB SET The Elegantly designed Black granite ballustrade set with a delicate flowing ornamental design. ROSEBERRY OVAL TOP DINGLEY The gentle contours of the granite compliment Memorial with Ogee Shoulders in Square top with double rounded shoulders the tranquillity of the countryside themed Portland Limestone. with carved floral design in Roman stone. ornament in polished Black granite.

WICKERSEY HEADSTONE CARLTON This Black granite distinctively shaped Fresh interpretation of the traditional memorial features a design of modern gothic shaped memorial with a contemporary symbolism embracing a delicate floral border – Karin Grey or brief message of your choice. Black granite.

SANDHOLM KERB SET A fully covered kerb memorial with DRAYTON Camber top memorial with rustic edge in contemporary features shown in Oriental Pearl Grey granite. Light Grey granite.

NORMANBY POPPIES (REAR) NORMANBY SEASHELL (FRONT) A classic norman round shape utilising a moulded edge to the front and back. Shown in Black and Cathay Light Grey granites.

Plaques

CAMERTON DODWORTH A contemporary shape and A flat faced book tablet to top profile, modern designs create a stylish reclining on a tall vase which gives look. The stylised Camerton stability and security. The delivated orchid design winds up the broad rosebud can be coloured to your DESK TABLET 0243G WEDGE 0230G WEDGE CURVED DESKS chamfered sides of this elegant specification. Shown in Star Galaxy In Ruby Red granite. A Blue Pearl granite wedge with Polished wedge in South In Indian Aurora and Black granite. memorial. granite. pitched edge. African Dark Grey.

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MEMORIAL GRAVE TENDING SERVICE

Do you have a family grave that needs levelling or turfing? Do you have a headstone that is crooked or unstable? Book Set and full kerb in original condition Following a basic clean Do you have a kerb set that needs re-fixing? Do you have a memorial that needs cleaning? Would you like to know that your loved ones plot is tended regularly? Would you simply like fresh flowers placed on the grave to mark an anniversary?

If you have answered YES to any of the above questions and wish to find out more then please ask a member of our team about our memorial maintenance service & grave tending packages.

We offer many different services & have options to meet all budgets.

MEMORIAL MASONS 1898 Following a deep clean Completed restoration with addition of second book set and new chippings

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A fully tailored Funeral Plan from your local Independent Funeral Director is a safe and thoughtful way to secure peace of mind for you and your family

Funeral Plans (Pre-Paid) In association with Golden Charter, The UK’s largest independent Funeral Plan Provider

For many people, planning their own Funeral has become an established way of looking at the future, just like making a will.

Planning their own Funeral and paying in advance can give many people great satisfaction, removing the burden of costs for those left behind whilst guaranteeing their wishes will be carried out by the Guaranteed acceptance whatever your age or health Funeral Director of their choice, can often be a very rewarding experience. Your wishes fulfilled by a proven partnership with Shropshire’s More than a million people in Great Britain have already taken out a Funeral Plan, usually they have award winning Funeral Plan Provider known the grief of bereavement themselves and have now chosen to remove some of the stress, for their own family, that comes with making Funeral arrangements. PLANNING YOUR FUNERAL THE L Tranter & Son offer Funeral Plans by Golden INDEPENDENT WAY Charter, the country’s leading independent Funeral If you are interested in finding out more about our Plan provider. Our Independent Way Plan is available With the Independent Way Funeral Plan, we will make only through independent Funeral Directors such sure that your loved ones will be spared much of the Pre Paid Planning Service please call as ourselves and will be completely tailored to your stress and uncertainty of organising a Funeral. individual requirements. St Georges office:01952 613932 You’ll have specified every detail in advance and taken care of all the costs that are within our control. Donnington office:01952 677044 Newport office:01952 820292 “I would fail in my duty to my late husband if I did not write and confirm our sincere thanks for the way you carried out his Funeral Plan.” 58 L. TRANTER & SON www.tranterfunerals.co.uktranterfunerals.co.uk 59 Funeral Costs Funeral Costs

Help with Costs

DWP ASSISTANCE

If it is your intention to approach the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) for assistance, please notify your Funeral arranger. Funeral claims are means tested and therefore not available automatically. Claims must be made direct to the DWP by the person responsible for the Funeral expenses.

1. OVERVIEW You could get Funeral Payment if you’re on a low income and need help to pay for a Funeral you’re arranging.

How much you get depends on your circumstances and if you’re eligible.

REPAYMENTS

You must pay back the Funeral Payment if you receive money from the deceased’s estate.

The estate includes any money or property they had but not a house or personal things left to a widow, widower or surviving civil partner.

Funeral Costs 2. WHAT YOU’LL GET How much you get depends on your circumstances. Each and every Funeral carried out by L Tranter & Son is tailored to the family’s requirements, therefore it is difficult to include exact costs within this brochure. Funeral Payment can help pay for: • Burial fees and exclusive rights to Burial in a particular plot • Cremation fees, including the cost of the Doctor’s certificate Your Funeral arranger will keep you informed of the • Up to £700 for Funeral expenses, such as Funeral Director’s fees, flowers or the coffin individual costs at all times and issue each and every • Travel to arrange or go to the Funeral family with an itemised estimate as soon as possible • The cost of moving the body within the UK, if it’s being moved more than 50 miles once Funeral arrangements have been confirmed. • Death certificates or other documents

Our estimates and final accounts will be broken Check the claim form for full details of what Funeral Payment covers. down into two sections, charges made by ourselves and those made by third parties. If the deceased had a pre-paid Funeral plan, you’ll only get help for items not covered by the plan.

During the course of carrying out Funeral How much you get also depends on any other money available, for example from an insurance policy or arrangements for our clients, it is necessary that we the deceased person’s estate. make substantial payments (disbursements) to third parties prior to the Funeral taking place. 3. ELIGIBILITY Should you wish to discuss Funeral costs prior to These third parties include Doctors, Clergy, To get Funeral Payment you must be arranging instructing L Tranter & Son please feel free to contact Cemeteries, Crematoria and many others who a Funeral in the UK, the European Economic Area (EEA) us on 01952 613932. contribute to the occasion. Due to the spiralling costs or meet the rules on your relationship with the deceased of these disbursements, it is our policy to ask for get certain benefits or tax credits Free estimates are always available on request. these payments to be made before the day of the Funeral. This amount must be paid, in all cases, at the earliest opportunity, to ourselves.

Your Funeral arranger will advise you of the amount required at the conclusion of your arrangement meeting.

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To carrying out Funeral Arrangements in respect of Disbursements are the Charges made by all other parties involved in completing the Funeral Service. As your chosen Funeral Directors we will take control over these costs on your behalf and arrange for everyone involved to ...... be paid their correct amounts prior to, or on the day of the Funeral.

Coffin / Casket ...... £ ...... Church Fees ...... £ ...... Transport Charges - Transferring deceased from ...... Cemetery Fees ...... £ ...... Crematorium Fees ...... £ ...... to our Private Chapel of Rest during working hours / out of hours Hearse and one following limousine, transport for Bearers and Doctors Fees ...... £ ...... Crematorium / Church attendant supplied by ourselves. £ ...... Minister / Celebrant Fees ...... £ ...... Professional Services - Making all necessary Funeral Arrangements, Liaising with Ministers, Celebrants, Doctors, Coroner’s Office, Cemeteries Grave Digging Fee ...... £ ...... Gravediggers and relevant authorities. Personal attention of a Funeral Director to conduct the Funeral. Press Notice ...... £ ...... Bearers and staff attendance at the Funeral if required. Dealing with all enquiries relating to the Funeral. £ ...... Press Notice ...... £ ......

Care of the Deceased - To include washing, dressing and Service Sheets ...... £ ...... embalming (if required). Care up to the day of the Funeral, along with unlimited Chapel of Rest visits (During normal office hours) £ ...... Floral Tributes ...... £ ......

Further Limousines ...... £ ...... Floral Tributes ...... £ ......

Specialised Hearse ...... £ ...... Floral Tributes ...... £ ......

Coffin Home / Into Church Overnight £ ...... Grave Marker ...... £ ......

Attendance at Cremated Remains Interment £ ...... Memorial Costs ...... £ ......

Transport for Clergy / Celebrant £ ...... Catering ...... £ ......

Saturday Funeral £ ...... Incidentals ...... £ ......

Transfer outside normal hours £ ...... Incidentals ...... £ ......

Church Service prior to Crematorium / Cemetery £ ...... Incidentals ...... £ ......

Ashes Casket £ ...... Total Disbursement Payment required at your earliest convenience, IN ADVANCE of the Funeral taking place. £ ...... Incidentals ...... £ ......

Incidentals ...... £ ...... TOTAL ESTIMATED CHARGES (This is NOT an account) £ ......

Incidentals ...... £ ...... Estimate Given on behalf of L Tranter & Son / Evans & Tranter / Bailey & Tranter.

SUB TOTAL OF ESTIMATED CHARGES £ ...... SIGNATURE: …………………...... ……...... DATE: ……………......

62 L. TRANTER & SON tranterfunerals.co.uk 63 Funeral Costs Your Notes Direct Cremation Who to Notify When someone passes away it is important to notify utility suppliers, cancel medical appointments and A Direct Cremation is where there is NO Funeral CEREMONY, NO FAMILY PRESENT and NO MOURNERS inform any other relevant parties. This will also help reduce unwanted mail. ATTENDING. As your chosen Funeral Directors we will simply transfer the deceased direct to the Crematorium of our choice, in a coffin of our choice and in a closed vehicle (Not a traditional Hearse). You will NOT be informed of the date ‘or’ time of the Cremation. Bank Electricity Supplier Online Retailers Benefits Agency - DWP Employer Optician A Direct Cremation Includes: Building Society Financial Advisor Passport Office Collecting the deceased from a local address in working hours. A coffin suitable for Cremation. Broadband Supplier Gas Supplier Pension Providers Administration, booking the Crematorium and submitting forms. Car Insurance General Practitioner Post Office Accounts Transportation to a Crematorium. Provision of Bearers. £ ...... Car Repayments Company Home Insurance Private Medical Insurance

Disbursements Catalogues Hospital Royal Mail Redirection Service

Clubs And Societies Inland Revenue (HMRC) Social Media Accounts Crematorium Fee £ ...... Contract Maintenance Insurance Companies Solicitor Doctors Fees £ ...... (Boiler, Heating) Landlord Stocks and Shares Council Tax Library Store Card Companies TOTAL (TO BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE A DATE HAS BEEN BOOKED) £ ...... Credit Card Companies Loan Companies Telephone Supplier Credit Agreements Magazine Subscription Companies Television Provider Dentist Mobile Phone Provider TV Licensing Authority DVLA - Driving Licence Mortgage Provider Water Supplier Simple Funeral DVLA - Vehicle Ownership

A Simple Funeral specifically excludes, viewing the Deceased, embalming, use of our Chapel of Rest and NOTES: provision of a Limousine. The Funeral date will be booked at our convenience and will travel direct to the place of the Funeral from our Funeral Home.

A Simple Funeral Includes:

Collecting the Deceased from a local address in working hours. A Foil Veneered Coffin with four handles. Attending to necessary arrangements, administration and submitting forms. Care of the Deceased. A Funeral Director’s Services and necessary staff to transport the coffin direct to the place of Funeral. Provision of a Traditional Hearse £ ......

Disbursements

Crematorium / Cemetery / Church Fees £ ......

Doctors Fees £ ......

Minister / Celebrant Fees £ ......

Incidental £ ......

TOTAL (TO BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE THE DAY OF THE FUNERAL) £ ......

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charges, which we have paid or are committed to. You will Where this is the case we will attempt to contact you in also have to pay our charges and expenses according to advance, using the details overleaf, and advise you of Terms and Conditions the scale set out below: alternative arrangements.

Termination within 2 days of due date for for the Funeral - Performing services 7.Agreement - 100% of fees payable Your continuing instructions will amount to your continuing acceptance of these terms of business. Termination within 1 week of due date for Of: ...... - Performing services Any waiver or variation of these terms is binding in honour - 80% of fees payable only unless: • Made (or recorded) in writing Address: ...... Termination within 2 weeks of due date for • Signed by one of our directors; and - Performing services • Expressly stating an intention to vary these terms. - 80% of fees payable Your instructions will not create any right enforceable (by TERMS OF BUSINESS 3.Indemnity virtue of the Contracts Rights of Third Parties Act 1999) by We are a member of the National Association of Funeral You are to indemnify us in full and hold us harmless from all 6.Conduct any person not identified as our client. Directors and subscribe to their current Code of Practice, expenses and liabilities we may incur (directly or indirectly Our Code of Practice requires that we provide a high a copy of which is available upon request. We aim to act in including financial costs and including legal costs on a full quality service in all aspects. If however, you have any If any of these terms are unenforceable as drafted: a professional manner and provide a courteous, sensitive indemnity basis) following any breach by you of any of your questions or concerns about the service we provide to you, • It will not affect the enforceability of any other of these and dignified service to you. obligations under these terms. please raise them in the first instance with our designated terms; and senior person. If that does not resolve the problem to your • If it would be enforceable if amended, it will be treated as 1.Estimates and Expenses This means that you are liable to us for losses we incur satisfaction then please contact the Funeral Arbitration so amended. Our estimate is an indication of the charges likely to be because you do not comply with these terms, for example Scheme at 618 Warwick Road, Solihull, B91 incurred on the basis of the information and details we we will charge you an administration fee where we receive 1AA, who provide independent conciliation and arbitration Nothing in these terms restricts or limits our liability for know at the date of the estimate. While we make every a cheque from you which is subsequently not honoured, through the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. death or personal injury. effort to ensure the accuracy of the estimate, the charges or if we write to remind you that an account is overdue. If are liable to alteration particularly where third parties change we instruct debt collection agents we may also recover the All dates and times provided on the estimate cannot be English law is applicable to any contract made under these their rates of charges. fees we incur from you. Further details regarding these fees guaranteed until final bookings are made and confirmed. terms. The English and Welsh courts have non-exclusive are available on request. We may claim those losses from Although we endeavour to provide a prompt and efficient jurisdiction. Disbursements must be paid in full before the day of the you at any time and if we have to take legal action we will service for you, there maybe instances where, because of Funeral, but because we may not know the amount of third ask the court to make you pay our legal costs. circumstances beyond our control, we are unable to fulfill party charges in advance of the Funeral, we will give you our obligations to you on the date or time specified. a best estimate of such charges on the written estimate. The actual amount of charges will be detailed on the final 4.Data Protection account and this will be altered accordingly. Words shown in italics are defined in the Data Protection I hereby agree to these terms and conditions as set out, and I agree to be held responsible for payment in full Act 1998 (“the Act”). for the Funeral Arrangements as requested. If you amend your instructions, we will require your written confirmation of the changes. We may need to make an We respect the confidential nature of the information And that I am Executor/Next of Kin extra charge in accordance with prices published in our given to us, and where you provide us with personal data current price list. (“data”) we will ensure that the data will be held securely, in confidence and processed for the purpose of carrying 2.Payment Arrangements out our services. In order to provide our services we may The Funeral account is due for payment within 30 days of need to pass on such data to third parties and those third SIGNATURE: …………………...... ……...... DATE: ……………...... our account, unless otherwise agreed by us in writing. parties, who are performing some of the services for you, may contact you directly. Under the Act you have the right If you fail to pay us in full on the due date we may charge to know what data we hold on you and can, by applying to you interest: us in writing and paying a fee, receive copies of that data.

• At a rate of 4% above our banks base rate from time to time in force; 5.Termination L Tranter & Son in association with: • Calculated (on a daily basis) from the date of our We reserve the right to terminate our services if you fail to account until payment; honour your obligations under these terms. We are under • Compounded on the first day of each month: and before no obligation to accept your termination until we receive and after any judgment (unless a court orders otherwise). your instruction in writing.

We may recover the cost of taking legal action to make If you terminate your instructions or if we decide to you pay. terminate our services, you will be invoiced for all third party

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