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How to choose the right music for a funeral

How to choose the right music for a funeral

Tunes, hymns, melodies and songs are generally considered essential elements of a funeral. Here’s our five top tips to hit the right note for you and your loved ones. With over five generations of experience in arranging funerals, one truth prevails at William...
To absent friends this holiday

To absent friends this holiday

To absent friends at Christmas As we approach the end of 2021, James Morris, our Managing Director reflects on this time of year. Our memories are such a powerful thing, aren’t they?  Every day I do this job, I see how precious every single memory is of someone loved...
Many Flags.  One Standard.

Many Flags. One Standard.

2020 was unprecedented in our lifetime as funeral directors especially in the field of repatriation where we offer particular expertise. As a new normal for 2021 is emerging, our section on repatriation contains useful information for anyone having to repatriation to,...
Distant or Distanced – how we can help mourners

Distant or Distanced – how we can help mourners

Facing loss is tough at any time but there’s a particular tragedy for bereaved families separated by thousands of miles. More recently, that bitter experience is shared by those who may not be physically that far apart, but lockdown, self-isolating or...

Public Naming Competition and Open Day for Autumn 2021

As part of our 215th anniversary celebrations, we’re inviting local Hawick families to: name the newly refurbished service room in our Weensland Road funeral home and; join us at our first Open Day on 6 November. Open Day – 6 Nov 2021, 10.00-13.00 Have you...
Are you prepared for your digital death?

Are you prepared for your digital death?

James Morris, our managing director and funeral director for 30 years explores the impact death has in the digital world of 2021. A few months ago, one of my colleagues received a message on his phone. From his reaction, something was obviously not quite right.  He...