Personalising a funeral
Affinity is dedicated to helping you create a personal atmosphere that reflects your loved one – working with you to deliver a service that honours and celebrates their memory.
Personalising the funeral
Working with you to deliver a service that honours and celebrates their memory.
There is no limit to the ways in which a person can be remembered – we are here to help you find ways to celebrate your loved one’s life and times.
Our team of highly experienced funeral directors are skilled at creating touching photographic and video tributes, as well as service sheets and memorial books, music and floral tributes.
Images and Mementos
Photographs and video are powerful ways of bringing a person’s memory to mind.
The team at Affinity will collect and compile your photographic and video memories into a tribute that may be used as part of the ceremony, a visual memorial at the reception, or any way you wish.
Symbols
The use of such symbols as flags and insignia, important awards or examples of their art and hobbies can all help bring the life of your loved one into focus.
The lighting of candles to represent life and hope, or other symbolic acts may also enrich the event and help those present start to come to terms with the death of a family member or friend.
Service Sheets
Affinity offers personalised service sheets to help mourners participate in the service, as well as providing a memento for those attending the service.
Memorial Books
Affinity can craft a memorial book as a tribute to your loved one and a record of those who attended, a memorial book is a significant memento and distinctive keepsake. Working closely with our compassionate funeral directors, you can create a custom memorial book that serves as a lasting tribute and cherished reminder of the memories shared during the funeral service.
Flowers
A classic symbol of enduring memory and love, we are able to provide expert floral advice. Alternatively, tell us your preferences and we will organise floral arrangements that perfectly reflect your loved one.
Record / Livestream
Affinity offers both DVD recordings and online streaming of funeral services for those who cannot be there on the day.
Eulogy & Tributes
Creating a eulogy can be challenging. A few minutes will not do justice to an entire lifetime, yet the right words can bring comfort and prompt others to share special memories.
There are no set rules to writing a eulogy or giving a tribute, but you may want to consider some of the following:
- Favourite poem, quote or reading
- Their spiritual outlook on life
- Major milestone
- Interests and hobbies
- Anecdotes
- Speaking on behalf of absent family members or friends
If you would like guidance in creating a eulogy, we are happy to help.
Personalised Print Media
There are many creative elements that can be part of your funeral service. The design team at Affinity Funerals have extensive knowledge and experience that can be utilised to create a unique, personalised touch: service sheet, photo slideshow, video tributes, Memoriam Books and live streaming ~ we can cater our creative services to your family’s needs.
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Service Sheet Examples
We have a suite of service sheet options, from the traditional to tailored - our team will work with you and your family to design something that reflects the personality and life of the deceased. The service sheet is an important part of a funeral service, often stored as a keepsake by funeral attendees to later reflect on.
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Looking for more information?
In this brochure you will find helpful information on what to think about if you are planning a funeral for someone who has died, or pre-planning your own or someone else’s funeral. We hope this information offers you some insight and reassurance that we are here to support you every step of the way.