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Your funeral is technically the final event of your life. Even though by the time you are laid to rest, your body has long since drawn its last breath, your funeral symbolizes the final act of a living person. For those left behind, the funeral is the last thing which needs to be done so as to allow them to move on with their own lives… or at least begin to. As unique as you are during your life is as unique as your funeral will be. Perhaps some traditions are the same and similar ceremonial aspects are observed, but Funeral directors New Malden can attest that no one funeral could ever be the same.

Not everyone has the privilege to be in a position to plan their own funeral and while that does sound like an ironic statement, death does not make allowances for the timeline of the living or their expectations. If you have not yet had time to think about your funeral and how you would like your funeral to be, there is no time like the present.

Lodge Brothers funeral directors Ascot don’t only help your family when you have already passed, but are available to discuss your own funeral plans with you so that your family does not end up with the emotional decisions relating to your burial or cremation. What this means is that you can pre-plan each detail pertaining to your last life event, easing the burden on your loved ones and giving you the chance to decide exactly how you would like this to happen. Most of us will take the time to plan all events which we experience during our lives, birthdays, weddings, and so on, so why not take a proactive approach to plan your own funeral.

Lodge Brothers have created their service to offer the most convenient service possible. Lodge Brothers are also excellent at offering practical and pragmatic guidance to facilitate the smooth execution of this, one of the most important days of your life. Combining 7 generations of funeral planning experience with what can only be a deep sense of pride in their life’s calling, Lodge Brothers take care to ensure exceptional service and that each and every tiny detail is executed to the “t”. Funeral directors know that most people go through the motions of the day in somewhat of an emotional mist but look back on the day with a sense of relief and closure, which is what makes a funeral so important.

Plan your funeral now by contacting one of the Lodge Brothers situated near to you and you will find that not only are they physically available, but that their prices are competitive compared to other funeral directors. Just ask about the Lodge Brother price match promise to find out more from caring and friendly funeral professionals, based on affordable prices and which promise to provide you with the funeral which is just as you want it, so that your family can do what they need to, in order to focus on their healing.

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There comes a time in everyone’s life when there is a funeral to plan. What most people seldom think about, however, is that where there is a funeral, there is an associated requirement for funeral legal services Sunbury, which goes hand-in-hand with those related to funerals planning services. A unique and empathetic group of attorneys at Lodge Brothers legal services dedicate themselves to assisting families and individuals with the legal aspects involved in the end of life. Sad as it is to think that there is a requirement for such a service, it is probably one of the most important and practical aspects which need to be addressed, preferably while you as an individual, are still alive. Just like with funeral planning, end of life planning is without a doubt, one of the best things a person could do for the loved ones who will be left behind.

Funeral legal services Shepperton includes a cluster of specific services which one needs to attend to, to ease the burden on those left behind, and to ensure that there are no unexpected surprises awaiting them. These funeral legal services include the preparation and drawing up of a will, probate services, and powers of attorney.

Having a legal and binding will in place holds more importance than most people may expect, which is one of the reasons why so many people end up never quite getting to having theirs drawn up. One somehow always believes that there is time for these things. Meanwhile, we all know that no tomorrow is guaranteed. A legal will and testament will speak for you when you are no longer able to, whether it be because you are still on life-support, or if you have already passed away. Sometimes there is a need for you to tell others when it is time to let you go, in the event of a tragedy which leaves you unable to communicate for yourself any longer. Documents like DNR’s (Do not resuscitate) and organ donation instructions can help your family know what you would want them to do.

A person also has the option of appointing their attorney with the power of attorney to execute any and all final decisions and wishes intended by the individual. Doing so designates your attorney as sole executor of your property and finances. This can also apply to end of life decisions and actions which need to be taken, on your behalf if you are no longer able to.

Whether or not there is a will, the legal process of probate is required in order to administer the finalization of a person’s estate, whether according to the Will, if found to be legal, or in the event that there are instructions left behind. It becomes the responsibility of the court to decide who is rightfully entitled to your possessions. Lodge Brother Legal attorneys will professionally and legally administer your will, ensuring that your legal requests are carried out by the court and that your possessions are distributed as you intended them to be.

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Always here to help…. This is the Lodge Brothers promise which has been proven true, day after day by the Lodge Brothers Funeral homes countrywide. No matter how prepared you think you may be when it comes to planning your funeral, your family will still need someone to turn to when the times comes. So many people understand the need to have their Will in place and the need to ensure that their affairs are in order ahead of time. Mostly we do this because we don’t want the ones that we love to have to deal with the decisions that need to be made at a very difficult. Everyone knows that like taxes, death is a sure thing which is why people try to everything that they can to make sure that things are in place when the days comes, whether it be tomorrow or in 30 years’ time. Unfortunately, life is fluid, and best-laid plans change. When they do, we don’t always think to allow for those changes to follow through to the end of life plans. So, no matter how carefully a person plans around this, it is more often than not, not the smoothly laid out plan that it was intended to be.

Lodge Brothers Funeral Directors Guildford has been in business for so long that there is nothing that they have not seen or had to deal with. Pure passion for people is what it takes be a funeral director and to know that each person who walks through the front door of the Funeral home is someone in pain and grief. A deep understanding of what each person is going through, in their own unique way, and the needs of each person, is only deeply known after having been in the industry for as long as Lodge Brothers have. A deep understanding of you needs is why most of the Lodge Brothers are situated as close to the Register Office Harrow as possible, for example, our Lodge Brothers branch is located just 5 driving minutes from the office.

Funeral directors have to focus on two major areas: taking care of the logistics and legalities involved in the passing of a person, as well as taking care of the emotional aspects ensuring that the life of the person who has departed is respected and celebrated in the way in which they lived. But to the Funeral directors at Lodge Brothers, this is not a stranger who has passed away… it’s your family and your family may as well as be our family which is why we treat each instance with the love and respect we would give if it WAS our own family. No request is too much to ask and no need is less important than the next as every single decision which has to be made for help finalise the person’s life, is of utmost importance in order for you be supported the journey that you find yourself facing. Nothing is more important to Lodge Brothers than to ensure that we are always here to help…

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t may surprise the majority of people, that having a Will in place for when you pass on, is only the start of a series of rather complex legal events which need to be finalised after a funeral takes place. For the most part, people feel prepared for all eventualities once the Will has been drawn up but in reality, there is more that one needs to take into account other than just the allocation of your possessions as part of your last wishes.  To complicate matters more, no more than 30% of UK citizens actually have prepared their Will. This can lead to the possibility that the majority of families who experience the passing of a loved one, will end up have much more on their plate than they originally anticipated. Dealing with grief and loss is one of the most distressing experiences a person could have. Add to that, the multitude of decisions and choices which need to be made once a person has passed, and its almost certainly too much to bear.

Lodge Brothers Legal attorneys are able to assist families with issues of this kind that arise in situations where a person has failed to fully prepare. And just as one might think that drawing up a Will is something that they need professional help with, so too is the process of probate which is the next of the complex details that families are faced with.

Should a person pass away before they have had the opportunity to prepare their Will, their estate is automatically placed “intestate” meaning that the courts become responsible for assessing who is officially your next of kin and allocate your possessions accordingly. What this can mean is that your possessions are not allocated in the way in which you would have preferred them to be allocated. For example, a person who is on their second marriage to a person on their first marriage may have children from that first marriage. The husband or wife of the second marriage may be deemed as your next in line heir, however, you may wish for your children to receive all of your inheritance and for nothing to be left to your second spouse. For whatever reasons you deem to be necessary, you have the right to do as you wish with your estate. If you should die without a Will in place, the courts may find that your second spouse receives everything. Nothing may be wrong with this at face value, however, what if your second spouse re-marries and then all of your possessions go to the new spouse, by-passing your children entirely. Not through malice but rather through a series of events, your children may be left without financial security as a result.

The importance of reaching out for Funeral Legal Services West Byfleet professionals to assist you with such decisions that can have far-reaching effects on your family’s future can never be over-emphasised. Provide for your loved ones in the way that you wish and chose Lodge Brothers Legal attorneys to administer your estate.

Contact Funeral Legal Services Shepperton and Funeral Legal Services Sunbury for all your legal requirements.

Lodge Brothers Legal Services is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

Welcome to the offices of Lodge Brothers Legal Services where our long-standing professional reputation, sustained by our consistently proficient services, guarantees our clients and their families ultimate peace of mind. Lodge Brothers has been assisting families with funerals for over 230 years and it is our personal service which our clients have come to rely on over and above the consistently high levels of quality of legal advice which we provide. Our clients can turn to us for accessible and affordable legal advice in relation to Probate, Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

At Lodge Brothers we approach our Probate Walton on Thames services with the same high levels of quality advice and personal investment, as we do with all legal services. We know that when a person finds themselves in need of the services of a Legal firm, often the circumstances which surround this need, are inevitably highly stressful. When people find themselves in these stressful situations, quite often it becomes exacerbated by the fact that one doesn’t always know what to do for the best and make the right decisions.

Notwithstanding, often people do not know what needs to be taken care of, simply because they do not have experience with being in these types of situations previously. It is easy to understand how over-whelming certain life events can be, when someone realises all of the legal requirements involved. Legal compliance is not something that we believe a person should have to face on their own.

That’s why we partner with our clients during these times of excessive strain and guide them through the process. Lodge Brothers has firms across the UK, such as our Probate Weybridge office and its here that you can rest assured that you will always find empathetic professionals to offer you an efficient service when you most need it.

Probate is the process of authenticating a last will and testament and finalising all aspects of the estate of a deceased individual and at Lodge Brothers Probate Guilford, we offer 3 levels of Probate service to suit your personal requirements.  Regardless of which level of legal service you choose, you can be assured that you are receiving the very best especially if you chose our level 3 Gold Probate Service which comes highly recommended and is certainly the most comprehensive of all. Designed to relieve you of the heavy burden you face when dealing with the probate process, our level 3 Gold Probate services ensure that probate is obtained quickly and efficiently.

Death is not something we like to focus on, however, Lodge Brothers funeral plans Guildford understand the importance of funeral plans and look at the advantages of being prepared for death.

Lodge Brothers family owned business for over 200 years know all too well how important family is and the importance of not adding extra financial pressure on them at a time when they are grieving the most. Ensure your funeral expenses covered and your final wishes are undertaken with a variety of funeral plans Ascot from Lodge Brothers.

Protect your family against the financial burden of funeral expenses in the event of the death of a loved one so your family can focus on a new way of life, without having to worry about any financial burdens.

There are many advantages to pre-planning your funeral: –

• Protection against the rising cost of funerals – secure your plan at TODAY’s prices
• Peace of mind for you and your loved ones
• Personalise your funeral – Say “goodbye” YOUR way
• Personal and Professional service from a fully trained Funeral Arranger
• Guaranteed acceptance – No age or health restrictions
• Monthly payment option – interest-free available
• All funds held in a secure TRUST FUND ready to be paid when the time comes.

Lodge Brothers dedicated staff have helped thousands of clients plan their own funeral so that your loved one is remembered with a fitting memorial. Choose from your favourite hymns, floral arrangements, coffin, and headstones.

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PROTECT YOUR LOVED ONES WITH PRE PAID FUNERAL PLANS SURBITON

Planning your funeral is one of the last ways you can show your loved ones how much they mean to you. Not only will you relieve them from extra financial burden of paying for your funeral, you will also give them peace of mind that your funeral is the way you would like to be remembered. Lodge Brothers have funeral plans to suit every need. They have listened to what their customers want and created some affordable options to choose from. Funeral Plans Ruislip ensure their clients’ needs and requests are carried out with the upmost care and consideration.

Read what some of Lodge Brothers Surbiton customers say about their excellent service …

Thank you for completing the job, it looks lovely. We will visit and take care not to lean on it!

Mr M – Tolworth | 30.05.2017

On behalf of my Mum, thank you for the marvellous job you and your team did for my Dad’s funeral yesterday.

Quite a few of the mourners remarked on how professional and discreet you were and I’m glad to have had the opportunity to carry the coffin.

Congratulations on a job well done

Mr W – Worcester Park | 01.06.2017

The funeral went very well. Martin Shaw the Celebrant gave a lovely service, lots of people attended with standing room only, and everyone commented on what a lovely funeral it was.  The Conductor and his men looked after us all very well.  Thank you to everyone at Lodge Brothers for their help and support, I am pleased to have used Lodge Brothers again.

Mrs N – Kingston on Thames | 26.05.2017

Lodge Brothers dedicated team can be reached by phone or email, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Contact them to find out about funeral plans Cobham.

Lodge Brothers family owned funeral directors with roots going back as far as 1780 when the business was started in Feltham by James Lodge.

Almost 230 years later Lodge Brothers continue to make affordable funeral services available so that everyone has access to a dignified memorial when their time comes.

Lodge Brothers offer a wide spectrum of funeral services such as pre-paid funeral plans Windsor, Burials, floral tributes and memorials. Their commitment is putting their clients first and serving their community with excellence.

Planning ahead with pre paid funeral plans Ashford will ensure that your family don’t have any extra expense to worry about – plus they will find comfort in the knowledge that you said goodbye in the way that you wanted.

Why a funeral plan from Lodge Brothers an important decision to make.

A Funeral Plan from Lodge Brothers gives you:

1. Protection against the rising cost of funerals – secure your plan at TODAY’s prices
2. Peace of mind for you and your loved ones
3. Personalise your funeral – Say “goodbye” YOUR way
4. Personal and Professional service from a fully trained Funeral Arranger
5. Guaranteed acceptance – No age or health restrictions
6. Monthly payment option – interest free available
7. All funds held in a secure TRUST FUND ready to be paid when the time comes.

Not only does Lodge Brothers help their clients with funerals and prepaid plans they also get involved in various charity fundraisers and community projects at their many branches throughout the UK.

Recently all their branches decorated their shop front window for Easter and some even held Easter colouring competitions with young and old taking part.

LODGE BROTHERS DONATE PASCHAL CANDLE TO HOLY TRINITY CHURCH

Richard Leachman, District Manager for the Windsor area, received a lovely letter of thanks from the Holy Trinity Garrison Parish Church for the provision of the Paschal Candle leading up to Easter Weekend.

Lodge Brothers are not just funeral directors they are a team of passionate individuals who do so much for the community ensuring they embrace every occasion with enthusiasm and passion. Look at some of the Easter celebrations that have been taking place within the many Lodge Brother branches throughout the UK.

Libby Fitzgerald, our funeral arranger at Ruislip branch has bought some wonderful colours to her Easter window display to brighten up the branch!

EASTER COLOURING COMPETITION AT LODGE BROTHERS WALTON

Our Walton branch is running an Easter colouring competition for children under 5 and children under 12. The branches great location in Walton High Street and proximity to local schools should help this competition capture some children’s imagination!

So please come in and collect a poster to colour from our branch arranger Ann….Easter Eggs to the Winners!!

Closing date for submissions is Wednesday 12th April.

EASTER TREATS IN ASHFORD

Quentin Edgington, District Manager Group Support and PR, was delighted to provide and help distribute Hot Cross Buns to Ashford House nursing home.  The residents and staff said, the buns were delicious and great way to start celebrating Easter.

Lodge Brothers will assist with planning ahead with a Pre-Paid funeral plans Windsor will ensure your family won’t face any extra cost or worries when the time comes – plus they will find comfort in the knowledge that you said goodbye in the way that you wanted.

Lodge Brothers Funeral plans Ruislip gives you:

• Protection against the rising cost of funerals – secure your plan at TODAY’s prices
• Peace of mind for you and your loved ones
• Personalise your funeral – Say “goodbye” YOUR way
• Personal and Professional service from a fully trained Funeral Arranger
• Guaranteed acceptance – No age or health restrictions
• Monthly payment option – interest free available
• All funds held in a secure TRUST FUND ready to be paid when the time comes

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Planning your funeral can be daunting and emotional, however, with Lodge Brothers you will feel comfortable and at ease within no time at all. They have empathetic staff who will guide you every step of the way ensuring you feel comfortable and make the right decisions for you and your loved ones.

Plan and pay for your funeral service today, and your family and friends won’t be left behind to deal with the funeral costs or worry about making the right choices for the service. With prepaid funeral plans Englefield Green your service will be planned and paid for, giving both you and your loved ones peace of mind knowing that the funeral costs and the arrangement details are already taken care of.

Planning ahead with a Pre-Paid funeral plans Chertsey will ensure your family won’t face any extra cost or worries when the time comes – plus they will find comfort in the knowledge that you said goodbye in the way that you wanted.

A Funeral Plan from Lodge Brothers gives you:

• Protection against the rising cost of funerals – secure your plan at TODAY’s prices
• Peace of mind for you and your loved ones
• Personalise your funeral – Say “goodbye” YOUR way
• Personal and Professional service from a fully trained Funeral Arranger
• Guaranteed acceptance – No age or health restrictions
• Monthly payment option – interest free available
• All funds held in a secure TRUST FUND ready to be paid when the time