Funeral Guide 2018

Carnations Long-lasting and fragrant, carnations are a popular choice for sympathy arrangements. The red carnation evokes admiration while a pink carnation stands for remembrance. White carnations stand for pure love and innocence.

Chrysanthemums Chrysanthemums are frequently included in arrangements for funeral services. In some European countries, such as France, Italy, Spain, Poland, Hungary and Croatia, chrysanthemums are symbolic of death and are only used for funerals or on graves. In China, Japan and Korea, white chrysanthemums are symbolic of lamentation and grief.

Roses As one of the most recognisable

flowers, roses can be a beautiful part of an arrangement of funeral flowers. White roses evoke reverence, humility, innocence, and youthfulness. Red roses convey respect, love, and courage. Pink roses signify love, grace, appreciation and gentility. Dark crimson roses denote grief and sorrow. Yellow roses are given by friends of the deceased to symbolise their strong ties. When you include a single rose in a bouquet it expresses enduring love for the deceased.

L TITCOMBE & FAMILY Independent Funeral Directors Personal, respectful and attentive service

8 Swan Street, Kingsclere, Newbury, RG20 5PJ. Tel: 01635 299900 4 Elmwood Parade, Basingstoke, RG23 8LL. Tel: 01256 476366 www.tmfunerals.co.uk It is usual for people to be unsure of what to do in the immediate aftermath of a bereavement. We will help guide you through the initial steps and provide advice on other matters of importance you may need to think about when someone you know dies. We are here when you need us most 24 hours a day All aspects of Funeral Arrangements undertaken

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