Funerals
It is hard to be separated from someone you love. At St Mary the Virgin Church, we are privileged to walk alongside those who are suffering the pain of bereavement.
This includes conducting funeral services or memorial services. But there is much more. Before a funeral service, the priest will visit the bereaved family. After the funeral service is over, a member of our Pastoral Team will contact you, to see how you are getting on. However, if you wish to speak to Father Paul directly, please email Father-Paul.Bletchingley-Nutfield@outlook.com
The Church of England offers some helpful information here
Once a year, around the beginning of November (All Souls' Day), we hold a special service at St Mary the Virgin Church, remembering those who have died and giving thanks for their lives.
Arranging a funeral
We can offer you a number of services that suit your circumstances:
- A funeral service is in the church, followed by a burial in a local cemetery;
- A funeral service in the church followed by a short service at the crematorium;
- A funeral service at the crematorium;
- A funeral service in the church, and your loved one is taken for a private cremation. This is often a more straightforward arrangement as you can arrange your Wake locally, immediately after the service.
You are welcome to speak to Father Paul directly about availability, and you can contact him by:
- calling 01883 743 252 or Mobile 07565 766 901 or
- email: Father-Paul.Bletchingley-Nutfield@outlook.com