Home Arranging a Funeral Funeral Customs Funeral Plans Memorials About Articles News Contact Bearing the coffin Embalming Farewells at the graveside Floral tributes or donations Funeral dress codes Funeral music and readings Long lasting tributes Obituary Notices The funeral cortege Wakes and after the funeral Farewells at the graveside A burial funeral tradition For the concluding farewell at the burial graveside, most people like to perform a memorable final act. The traditional custom of throwing soil or petals into the grave is still commonplace. However, here at Craven, we’ve recently noticed a trend for new and uplifting graveside rituals. These range from inspirational live music of all kinds to firework displays, fly-pasts and the release of balloons (often signed by friends and family), bubbles and doves. In fact, there are few limits on what you can choose to do, apart from your budget and your imagination. This is a lovely opportunity to create a definitive and positive end to the service… Apply For Funeral a Plan phone: 0151 228 3900 or send us an email Talk to one of our team phone: 0151 228 3900 or send us an email Request a brochure phone: 0151 228 3900 or send us an email Privacy Policy | Refund Policy | Terms | Site Map © Copyright 2013 Walter Craven Ltd. Registered Address: Craven Lodge, Broadgreen Road, Liverpool, L13 5SG Registered in England & Wales 00528142 Facebook Brand & Website by Newenglish Design