Report by Co-op Funeralcare highlights shift towards unusual venues, pets at services and glittery coffinsTraditional sombre funerals in religious settings are increasingly being replaced by “celebrations of life” with personal touches held at more unusual locations in the UK, according to a study.Dr Who-themed farewells, glittery coffins and mourners dressed in football shirts are among requests received by funeral directors. Continue reading…
Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/society/article/2024/aug/06/celebrations-of-life-increasingly-replacing-traditional-funerals-in-uk-study-shows
Author : Caroline Davies
Publish date : 2024-08-05 23:01:25
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