Firstly, it is important to know that you may be faced with some difficult decisions and we will help as best we can. When faced with these decisions it is always useful to ask yourself, what is relevant and what is significant.

Be certain you make an appointment with a member of the Bethany Family to ensure they are available when you need to see them.

Be open to choices and allow us to offer options, before you decide the appropriate course. Remember it is what is relevant and significant to you and your loved ones that matters.

Information required by the Registry of Birth Deaths and Marriages can be found on birth, marriage and previous family members’ death certificates. If you have difficulties our Bethany Family members can help.

Many people find it difficult to express their views publicly and often the first real experience comes when one must pen the words for a eulogy. Our guidance is to look into your heart, do not be afraid to discuss openly how you feel, there is no better moment than this to express your heartfelt emotions.

Of course, you will need to capture the essence of the person and it can be useful to apply some chronology. Don’t be afraid to celebrate the whole person, the good and the challenging, (often the challenging can be useful for the lighter moments). Never try to write too much. More is not necessarily better. Make your limit of 7 to 10 minutes – certainly no longer. By limiting yourself you’ll weed those things of less consequence.

Don’t try to present without notes, the important points can often be forgotten and it’s so easy to do when you're confronted by an expectant audience.