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Funeral Services
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Rainsbrook Crematorium, Rugby.
fleet
We have a modern fleet of Jaguar Hearses & Limousines
Here at Franklin & Hawkins we are extremely proud of our Jaguar fleet. Ensuring that the final journey of your loved one is taken care of with pride and distinction.
Alongside our regular fleet we also offer many alternatives from horse drawn carriages in Black, White and Silver, motorcycle and sidecar hearse, Rocket hearse (originally a Triumph III motorcycle), flat back lorries, Only Fools and Hearses for those who are looking for something a little different.
burials and cremations
Coffins & Caskets
Choosing a coffin can not only be a difficult process but also a very emotional one. Our dedicated funeral arrangers will guide you throughout, helping you to decide on your choice for both your preference and for your budget. From veneer to solid wood coffins, eco-friendly or colourful picture coffins, we will endeavour to meet your requirements.
flowers
Floral Tributes
A range of floral tributes from coffin sprays to lettering and more unusual bespoke designs can be supplied by our experienced florist. Please ask your funeral arranger for the full brochure.
memories
Funeral Stationery
Funeral stationery, such as an order of service booklet, can not only provide a running order of the service but can also create a personal farewell memorial of your loved ones life to keep forever. Order of service examples can be viewed when making arrangements, these can also be personalised to meet the families requirements.
Other memorial stationery available includes memorial cards, bookmarks, memory boxes, books of condolence, thank you cards. Please ask your arranger for further details.
tradition
Horse and Carriage
Traditionally, all mourners would follow a horse and carriage to the funeral service, and many families still choose to honour their loved one this way. Personalisation of plumes and drapes in the deceased’s favourite colour can make the act even more special.
veterans
Bugler
Often at an ex service or military funeral service, a bugler will play the Last Post and Reveille as a mark of respect, this can be accompanied by the presence of Standard Bearers all which can be organised when making the funeral arrangements.
tribute
Doves
A funeral is a time for remembering, celebrating and rejoicing the life of a loved one. Releasing a dove pays a moving tribute to a loved one who has sadly passed and creates a lasting memory.
Memorial Jewellery
Another way to create a lasting memorial of your loved one is to add a small amount of their ashes into glass.
Jewellery and paperweights which are hand crafted to capture the memory of a loved one are available in Silver, 9ct gold or 9ct white gold, a personal message can also be engraved onto most pieces.
A brochure is available upon request.
support
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We’ll be by your side, helping and guiding you from the moment you call us through to the ceremony, what to do on the day and after.