Famous Graves & Celebrity Graves
Visiting famous or celebrity graves may seem morbid to some, but for many people do it as a way of paying tribute to important cultural...
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- Feb 9
“I don’t want a fuss, just stick me in a cardboard box” - Is Direct Cremation the Answer?
We often hear the words “I don’t want a fuss, just stick me in a cardboard box” when you ask people about their own funeral wishes. It’s...
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- Dec 29, 2022
How you can help?
Seven practical suggestions if your friend or relative has recently been bereaved. 1) Make a special effort to keep in contact after the...
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- Dec 29, 2022
How pets can help us grieve?
We are real animal lover’s here at R. A. Brooks & Son. Our pets offer us emotional support and company. They help us though the tough...
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- Dec 20, 2022
How to cope with grief at Christmas
When you’re grieving, the thought of celebrating Christmas can be really challenging. It’s important to look after yourself and work out...
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- Dec 6, 2022
Blue Christmas 2022
Please join us for a service of comfort, hope and support this Christmas at St. Mary's Church, Newick.
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- Mar 1, 2021
An Oldy, but a Goody
Look what we found delving into the R. A. Brooks & Son archives recently. St. Mary’s Newick Parish magazine from November 1925. We were...
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- Dec 21, 2020
Good Causes at Christmas
This year, more than any other, families have needed extra support and care. We hope that our online tribute page has provided those who...
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R.A. Brooks and Son
- Nov 2, 2020
In with the Old
Our hand drawn funeral bier was manufactured in May 1894, built by Lyne & Son of Stratford -upon-Avon. William Gladstone Lyne had a...
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R.A. Brooks and Son
- Oct 26, 2020
What to write in a Sympathy Card
Dos Write it out on rough paper first – Writing your message on rough paper first will help you see if it will fit in the space available...
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R.A. Brooks and Son
- Oct 5, 2020
A Heart Warming Gesture
We were filled with pride and appreciation to receive this personalised commemorative heart from Ashes Into Glass. Enclosed was a note...
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R.A. Brooks and Son
- Jun 8, 2020
Book of Remembrance for those who have died as a result of the Covid 19 pandemic
As some may already be aware or have seen on the news recently, that St. Paul’s Cathedral have launched “Remember Me” an online book of reme
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