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“Crossing the Bar” by Alfred Lord Tennyson is a deeply moving poem often chosen for funerals due to its serene…

“Requiem” by Robert Louis Stevenson is a short yet powerful poem that reflects a calm and peaceful acceptance of death.…

First of all, it’s an honour to be asked to deliver a reading at a funeral. It means that the…

“Guide Me, O Thou Great Redeemer” is a powerful hymn of strength and resilience, often sung at funerals to bring…

2 Timothy 4:7-8 is a powerful and inspiring passage from the Bible often used in funerals and memorial services. In…

“Death Is Nothing At All” by Henry Scott Holland is a widely cherished poem that offers a comforting perspective on…

Matthew 11:28-30 is a bible reading that speaks directly to those who are experiencing grief. It offers an invitation to…

Christina Rossetti’s poignant poem Remember is a deeply touching reflection on love, memory, and letting go, making it a meaningful…

All Things Bright and Beautiful is a hymn that celebrates the beauty of creation and the joy of life. At…

At Denise Wellington Funeral Services, we understand how meaningful hymns can be in honouring the life of a loved one.…

Written by American poet Helen Lowrie Marshall, “Afterglow” is one of the most cherished funeral poems, offering a gentle and…

When we think of J.R.R. Tolkien, most of us immediately envision the expansive world of Middle-earth, filled with hobbits, wizards,…