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6 Ways to Navigate Grief During the Holiday Season

The holiday season is often associated with joy, laughter, and togetherness. However, for those dealing with the heavy burden of grief, the festive period can become a time of deep sorrow and emotional challenges. Coping with the loss of a loved one during Christmas can be particularly challenging, as traditions and celebrations may serve as [...]

2023-12-07T16:07:31+00:00December 7th, 2023|News|0 Comments

Navigating the Journey: Supporting Someone with Alzheimer’s

This month is Alzheimer's Awareness month, where people come together to raise awareness and challenge the stigma that persists around this dreadful disease. Alzheimer's disease is a complex and challenging condition that not only affects the individual diagnosed but also has a profound impact on their loved ones. As someone who cares deeply for a [...]

2023-09-06T14:23:19+00:00September 6th, 2023|News|Comments Off on Navigating the Journey: Supporting Someone with Alzheimer’s

Triumph Through Tragedy: How to Handle Grief

In the world of sports, moments of triumph and glory are often accompanied by tales of sacrifice, determination, and overcoming adversity. The recent World Cup Final witnessed an incredible example of this narrative as footballer Olga Carmona led her team to victory while, unknown to her, her father had sadly passed. Her response not only [...]

2023-09-06T14:25:16+00:00September 6th, 2023|News|Comments Off on Triumph Through Tragedy: How to Handle Grief

Coping with Grief on Father’s Day: Honouring and Remembering Our Dads

Father's Day is a special occasion that celebrates the love of fathers in our lives. However, for those whose fathers are no longer with them, this day can be filled with a mix of emotions, ranging from sadness to nostalgia. Coping with grief on Father's Day can be challenging, but it can also be a [...]

2023-06-01T11:39:38+00:00June 1st, 2023|News|Comments Off on Coping with Grief on Father’s Day: Honouring and Remembering Our Dads

What is Direct Cremation?

Direct cremation can be a good option for some people, depending on their personal preferences and circumstances. Direct cremation is where the deceased is collected form the place of death and then cremated at a time to suit the funeral director and/or crematorium, without a funeral service or viewing in a Chapel of Rest [...]

2023-06-07T11:15:38+00:00May 16th, 2023|News|Comments Off on What is Direct Cremation?

How to Talk About Death At Work

Death is a topic that is often considered taboo, but unfortunately, we will all encounter it at some point in our lives. Whether it’s the death of a colleague, or a loved one, discussing death at work can be a difficult and many people may wish to avoid it all together. However, talking about [...]

2023-05-09T11:01:53+00:00May 9th, 2023|News|Comments Off on How to Talk About Death At Work

What Is a Funeral Plan and Why Is It Important?

Funeral planning is an essential part of preparing for the end of life. While it can be a difficult subject to approach but it is crucial to plan ahead so that your loved ones are not left with the burden of making arrangements during an incredibly emotional and stressful time. Funeral plans are an effective [...]

2023-05-12T12:33:28+00:00March 21st, 2023|News|Comments Off on What Is a Funeral Plan and Why Is It Important?

Veteran Stories – Ruaraidh O’Stiubhart

Ruaraidh (Rory) O'Stiubhart was in the Royal Army Medical Corps service number 22812296. We completed his pre-paid funeral plan in 2016,  and our funeral directors remember him well. Rory was blind when we met him with his carer at his flat in Thornton Heath. As a veteran of the Armed Forces, he requested military honours [...]

2022-10-27T12:22:07+00:00October 14th, 2022|News, Veteran Stories|Comments Off on Veteran Stories – Ruaraidh O’Stiubhart

Veteran Stories – Robert Gandy

Robert Gandy joined the military to serve his National Service. He joined the elite Parachute Regiment (3 Para). Most people in the National Service never did much,  however Robert gained his Jump wings which are hard fought for. During his basic training he won best recruit “The Browning Award” and this was awarded to him [...]

2022-10-27T12:31:57+00:00October 14th, 2022|News, Veteran Stories|Comments Off on Veteran Stories – Robert Gandy

Veteran Stories – John Wilson

John (Jack) (Tug) Wilson was in the Guards Parachute regiment. Tug served in the Irish Guards and then in the 1st (Guards) Independent Company, The Parachute Regiment. He served at the same time as his son in the same regiment. They can both be seen in the two pictures of the Company. Tug had served [...]

2022-10-27T12:32:22+00:00October 14th, 2022|News, Veteran Stories|Comments Off on Veteran Stories – John Wilson

Veteran Stories – James Smith

HMS Fearless James Smith was a veteran of The Royal Navy. With approximate dates, this is his navy service on board ships: Completed training at HMS Ganges – 1961 (Naval training base) HMS Vincent (Naval Training) HMS Agincourt (Battle class destroyer) HMS Grenville – 1968 (Type 15 frigate) HMS Sheraton 1970 (Minehunter) HMS Blake - [...]

2022-10-27T12:29:06+00:00October 14th, 2022|News, Veteran Stories|Comments Off on Veteran Stories – James Smith

Veteran Stories – Cpl James (Jim) Carpenter

Cpl James (Jim) Carpenter joined the Army at the young age of 16 in 1955 ( Service number 23503886). He was first with the East Surrey Regiment and then the Paras, where he served with 3 of his brothers. He was then selected for the 21 SAS and was stationed at the Chelsea Barracks, Duke [...]

2022-10-27T12:30:19+00:00October 14th, 2022|News, Veteran Stories|Comments Off on Veteran Stories – Cpl James (Jim) Carpenter

Veteran Stories – Eileen Bascombe

Eileen Bascombe was a leading Aircraftswoman in the Women’s Royal Air Force (WRAF), she was in the Air Force during the second world war. Eileen base was Chicksands Priory this was her station Z, her roll was a communications officer working at the famous Bletchley Park listening for codes and then passing them onto the [...]

2022-10-27T12:28:27+00:00October 14th, 2022|News, Veteran Stories|Comments Off on Veteran Stories – Eileen Bascombe

Rest in Peace HM Queen Elizabeth II

We are deeply saddened to learn the news of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We offer our deepest sympathises and sincerest condolences to King Charles III, the Royal Family and all people who mourn this sad loss. The official online Book of Condolence can be found here - https://www.royal.uk/ Her life will [...]

2022-09-28T08:34:36+00:00September 9th, 2022|News|Comments Off on Rest in Peace HM Queen Elizabeth II

FCA Regulation

Due to recent media coverage, concerning the funeral plan sector being regulated by the FCA, we would like to make the following statement: Rowland Brothers have partnered with Golden Leaves for 38yrs. During that time Golden Leaves has always been at the forefront of regulation of our industry being a founding member of the [...]

2023-05-12T13:20:32+00:00February 25th, 2022|Bereavement, News|Comments Off on FCA Regulation

Light a Candle: Remembering Those We Love at Christmas

Rowland Brothers invite the residents of Warlingham, Hamsey Green and Caterham to our Remembrance Light a Candle Service. Taking place at All Saints Church in Warlingham, on Saturday 11th December at 11am, we are inviting you to light a memorial candle at the service in memory of your loved one. Seating is limited, so please [...]

2023-05-12T13:45:35+00:00December 6th, 2021|Bereavement, News|Comments Off on Light a Candle: Remembering Those We Love at Christmas

Christmas Memorial Tree 2021

Rowland Brothers have been privileged to serve you, and we are aware that the approaching season of Christmas can be difficult to cope with. We would like to help you through the season in a small way by suggesting you might like to place a small memorial card on our Christmas trees, in memory [...]