Questions you might want to think about when organising a funeral

After the loss of a loved one, it can be an extremely emotional and difficult time. When you have to arrange a funeral, it can seem like a daunting task. Here are some questions you might want to think about when organising a funeral.

  1. Did your loved one leave any special requests regarding their funeral in their will?
  2. What kind of funeral will it be? A cremation or a burial?
  3. Would you like a service or a direct cremation?
  4. Would you prefer for the service to be religious or non religious?
  5. If you are organising a religious funeral, what denomination will it be?
  6. Would you like the funeral service to happen in a place of worship?
  7. Would you like to see your loved one in our chapel of rest before the funeral?
  8. Do you want your loved one to lie at home or a church the night before the funeral?
  9. What clothes would you like the person to be wearing?
  10. Do you want people to send funeral flowers? If so, where should they send them?
  11. Would you like Levertons to arrange for your flowers? If so, what would you like?- (think about price, colours, and any specific messages you would like)
  12. Would you prefer for people to make donations? If yes, which charities would you like to choose?
  13. Do you have anyone in mind to officiate at the funeral.
  14. Are there any special requests for readings or music for the service? Consider before, during and at the end of the service
  15. Would you like an organist to play at the service?
  16. Are there any family members or friends that wish to speak during the service?
  17. Does any family member or friend wish to help carry the coffin?
  18. What sort of hearse would you like to be used- e.g. Traditional motor hearse, Eco- Hearse, Horse drawn hearse, motorcycle hearse
  19. Would family members want to travel to the funeral in our limousines or their own method of transportation?
  20. If you would like to use our limousines, how many will you need?

Planning a funeral can be difficult and disorienting when it is for a loved one and you initially may not know where to start. Hopefully working through this list of questions can help break down the task and make it slightly less overwhelming. All funerals are different and we are here to ensure that the funeral you are arranging is exactly the way you want it.

The Funeral Directors at Leverton & Sons are here to help and guide you through the steps. You can of course call or email us for guidance and assistance at any time and with no obligation. We are always here to help you.

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Levertons took care of my dad’s funeral arrangements recently. They literally took care of everything & everyone. Special mention must go to Julie Avery who was the funeral director who looked after us. Nothing was too much trouble for Julie. She went above & beyond to help us sort the perfect funeral for my wonderful dad & in a relatively short space of time. Thank you does not go far enough to show how much we appreciate everything that was done to make a sad time run as smoothly as possible. I would highly recommend Levertons to anyone.

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So incredibly efficient, they took all the stress out of a very difficult and sad situation. Michael Cooney was absolutely brilliant as were the rest of the team. The price was very competitive and I can’t thank Leverton’s enough!!! Not once was I under any pressure thanks to them. Can’t thank you enough Michael, and your entire team

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Review by Michael A left on 18 Jun 2025

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I can highly recommend Leverton. They are both very professional, sympathetic and supportive. They handled my darling Mum's funeral with dignity, grace and most importantly kindness and understanding. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you very much.

Review by Corinne E left on 17 Jun 2025

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Leverton & Sons funeral directors were extremely supportive, friendly, and totally professional. They went above and beyond in all respects, and I can't recommend them highly enough.

Review by Nicky B left on 16 Jun 2025

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Very, very compassionate and helpful efficient service

Review by chrismeg left on 11 Jun 2025

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After my husband's death and dreading the proceedings ahead,my son and I arrived at Levertons in Camden in an inner state of shock and grief.There we met James and his calm,reassuring professionalism.Everything was organised,with us informed,step by step to the day of the funeral,which in the end,became a beautifully orchestrated event.Our most grateful thanks to Levertons.

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Thank you for organising Ron’s funeral. From looking after us as a family, to organising flowers, the Order of service, the chapel…Thank you…please can you also extend our thanks to the drivers who took great care of us all on the day.

Review by Annette C left on 05 Jun 2025

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Throughout the process for my Uncles funeral, Lorna and the team were amazing. Having never organised a funeral, let alone for someone who didn't have a will or specific wishes, Lorna walked me through the process excellently, and the team on the day were extremely professional too.

Review by Chris L left on 05 Jun 2025

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