Faq

We understand that arranging a funeral can bring up many questions. At Wealden Funerals, we’re here to make the process as clear and comforting as possible. Below are answers to some of the most common questions we receive:

Each of our limousines can comfortably seat up to six people in the rear, with an additional optional seat available beside the driver. If you need more space, just let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate your requirements.

Our experienced Funeral Director will be with you throughout the day, offering gentle guidance and support, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Please feel free to ask any questions at any time; we're here to help with both the big and small details.

Yes, absolutely. Family members are welcome to carry the coffin if they wish. We will be there to offer full guidance and support on the day. Alternatively, a wheeled bier can be used for a dignified entrance.

Yes, you can. If you would like to spend time in our private chapel, just let us know. We’ll make arrangements to ensure you can visit in peace and privacy.

Absolutely. We can arrange for your loved one to be brought home either the day before or on the morning of the funeral, depending on your wishes.

Yes, you can. Music is an important part of the service, and we’ll assist you in selecting meaningful pieces. Please make sure to finalise your music choices at least 48 hours in advance to ensure everything is arranged.

Yes, we are happy to help arrange for charitable donations in memory of your loved one. We can provide donation envelopes and direct guests to the charity of your choice.

No, the coffin remains in place until everyone has left the chapel. If you prefer, the curtain can close at the end of the service to ensure a peaceful farewell.

Yes, each cremation is carried out separately, following strict procedures to ensure care, respect, and accurate identification. Your loved one is treated with the utmost dignity at every step.

Yes, we ensure that the ashes returned to you are those of your loved one. The ashes will be carefully placed in a clearly labelled container, and we can assist you in transferring them into a permanent urn or keepsake if you wish.

There are many options for what you can do with your loved one's ashes. You can scatter them in a special place, inter them in a grave, place them in a garden of remembrance, or keep them at home. We are here to explain all the options and help guide you through the choices.

For traditional earth graves, we recommend waiting up to six months for the ground to settle before placing a headstone. However, for raft plots, headstones can typically be placed immediately.

We can coordinate everything with a qualified local stonemason to ensure the removal or adjustment of a headstone is done respectfully and with care.