Funeral Planning

DEATH is something no one wants to think about, and that’s natural. But for many people planning their funeral has brought peace of mind. Independent funeral directors A.B. Walker have seen soaring demand for funeral plans. In 2018 they were named the best medium sized funeral planner in the Southern region at the Funeral Planner of the Year Awards, run by funeral plan provider Golden Charter. The award recognised the excellent service the team from A.B. Walker had delivered to their local community, by helping individuals through the funeral plan process and supporting families when they need it the most. A.B. Walker, who have a branch in Thatcham, have been supporting bereaved families for almost 200 years. Director Julian Walker said: “With funeral costs increasing more people are seeing the benefits of securing their funeral costs at today’s prices. “They can also plan the details of their funeral – everything from the type of ceremony they would like to the transport, flowers, music and reception. “Planning ahead can help to ease the financial and emotional burden on loved ones at a PLANNING AHEAD WITH A.B. WALKER

distressing time. “People may have known

funeral director if they move. Pre-paid funerals allow the advance planning of a funeral, while also paying the costs in advance at today’s prices. Payment options include payment in full and also a low-cost instalment plan. “Funeral plans are often bought by people as part of later life planning. We can advise and assist with all the details”, said Julian. ‘‘Once the funeral plan is in place then people don’t need to think about it again. They can get on with enjoying their life.” A.B. Walker are a fifth generation family business, delivering high levels of personal service. They are at the heart of the community and are one of Berkshire’s oldest family businesses. There are branches in Thatcham, Reading, Bracknell, Wokingham, Henley-on-Thames, Tilehurst, Caversham and Maidenhead. The branch in Thatcham is at 40 The Broadway, Thatcham RG19 3HP For information about funeral plans and to arrange a meeting call (01635) 873672. Pictured: Julian, Melissa and Matthew Walker

the grief of bereavement and don’t want their families to go through the stress of making arrangements. It is also a sound financial decision. “We guide surviving family and friends according to the plan, whilst Golden Charter secure the funds until the funeral is required.”

Planning ahead can

A.B. Walker are experts in pre- paid funeral planning. Through Golden Charter, one of the UK’s leading funeral plan providers, they offer fully bespoke pre-paid funeral plans which are financially secure and flexible- allowing people to amend the plan or transfer their plan to another loved ones at a distressing time help to ease the financial and emotional burden on

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