Funeral Plan Terms & Conditions
Co-op Funeral Directors Funeral Plan promotional discount: Terms and conditions This offer is open to individuals who purchase a funeral plan (managed and operated by Ecclesiastical Planning Services Limited from May 2022) from Co-op Funeral Directors, who are owned by Chelmsford Star Co-op. Headoffice address is 220 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford…...
Basildon Funeral Directors
Chelmsford Star Co-operative Funeral Services has a new branch in Basildon, taking pride of place on a busy shopping parade, where people are welcome to come and see us to discuss funeral arrangements....
Braintree Funeral Directors
Our town centre branch in Braintree is located in the town's main shopping precinct, George Yard, right in the town centre, - we are always welcoming people who come in to discuss funeral planning and help you to discuss funeral arrangements face to face, even without appointments....
Braintree Funeral Directors
Our Clare Road Braintree funeral director branch has light and relaxing surroundings, and is a former modern church. This branch offers not only a chapel of rest where you can visit your loved one in private but also an adjoining chapel where we can arrange a special remembrance service, whatever…...
Chelmsford Funeral Directors
We arrange funerals for people of all faiths and we have a close relationship with our local crematorium at Chelmsford, as well as nearby churches. Our Chelmsford funeral home is very convenient for Broomfield Hospital and the Registration Office in Chelmsford and we have two dedicated parking spaces behind our…...
Alternatives to funeral gatherings
What options do you have around non-traditional funeral gatherings and wakes in the light of the Coronavirus outbreak and social distancing to limit the spread of the virus? This article explores live broadcasting and other options....
Choosing a biodegradable urn
Biodegradable urns are rising in popularity with environmental awareness at the forefront of people’s minds. There’s something soothing about loved ones being returned to nature in a beautiful, yet temporary vessel. But given the sheer variety of biodegradable urns available, here’s our guide to what they are and how they…...
Choosing a coffin
Choosing the right coffin or casket for your funeral plan, or for the funeral for a member of your family or a close friend can be incredibly daunting, but our handy guide to choosing coffins will help you decide....
Choosing a headstone
Choosing a headstone Choosing a headstone or monument is often the last port of call in funeral organisation. But once the ceremony is over, these stand as lifetime legacies to loved ones – and certainly aren’t easy to re-do. So, from perfecting your words to picking a permitted material,…...
Choosing a local crematorium
Co-op Funeral Directors operate at a number of villages, towns and cities across Essex. In this handy guide we provide information about the key Crematoriums available in the area....
Choosing funeral procession transport
Limousine hearses are included in our pricing packages as part of your Co-op funeral director’s fleet, but there are many other options you can explore when it comes to procession vehicles for family and friends....
Choosing the right music for a funeral
Playing and performing music that holds a special connection with your loved one can be a moving way to pay tribute to their life. From recordings and musicians to choirs and lyrics, there are several things you can discuss with our funeral directors to give your loved one a perfect…...
Co-op Funeral Directors Funeral Plans Brochure
[pdf id=2508] Hover over the bottom of the document below and use the arrows to scroll through the text. Alternatively, you can download the Co-op Funeral Plans brochure here....
Coordinating a funeral procession
Coordinating a funeral procession Funeral processions can be one of the most daunting parts of the ceremony. As well as officially starting the day’s proceedings, they can prove tricky to coordinate. How does every vehicle stick together? What if passers-by get in the way? And do they have…...
Coping with grief and loneliness during lockdown 2.0
The COVID-19 pandemic has made it difficult for people to get together with friends and family, which can be particularly distressing for the bereaved. However, some innovative ways to deal with grief and maintain a support network have become possible over the past year....
Coping with loss during the COVID-19 pandemic
The coronavirus outbreak has made it difficult to say goodbye to loved ones in the way we would like to, but it’s important to remember you are not alone during these unprecedented times....
Bereavement Support For Under 50s
Bereavement is not suffered exclusively by the elderly or retired. We already run 4 support groups across Essex for those going through bereavement and needing additional support; in Ingatestone, Chelmsford, Braintree and Writtle. The free service, available to anyone who needs it – not just our clients – has won the team multiple awards over the…...
How to close a loved ones bank account
Knowing the laws about closing your loved ones bank account are complex and time consuming. Find out more about the process and how to avoid delays and pitfalls....
How to scatter the ashes of loved ones
How to scatter ashes Cremations are becoming increasingly popular across the UK and the ceremony often continues beyond the service, such as through the spreading or scattering of their loved one’s ashes. Many people who choose to do this have never done so before, so it is natural for them…...
Organising a cremation
How do you go about organising a cremation service? A cremation offers a variety of ways to commemorate the life of your loved one and reflect on the memories you shared with them. But as cremations are often separate from funeral services, there’s important information to consider when organising one....
Planning a funeral
Planning a funeral service When it comes to planning a funeral service, it can often be hard to know what needs to go into the schedule of service and in what order. Where should you have readings or poems, when can family and friends play tribute, should you play music…...
The role of the coroner
For a doctor to legally certify a death they must have seen their patient alive within 14 days prior to their death; if this isn’t the case, the death must be reported to the Coroner – even if the death was natural and non-suspicious. Find out more about the role…...
What to do when dealing with more than one death
We understand that handling more than one death and funeral can feel emotionally, physically and financially overwhelming. We can suggest several ways to ease the burden of paperwork, unite services and combine tributes for loved ones. Registering multiple deaths You may immediately feel pressure to act given the law requires…...
What to do when someone dies abroad
If a loved one dies unexpectedly abroad or outside of the UK this makes having a funeral more complicated than normal. This handy advice piece guides you through the process and helps with who you have to contact, and when....
What to wear to a funeral
Clothes advice for Funerals Funerals aren’t necessarily the ideal opportunity to sport the latest fashion craze, and a simple dark suit or dress is the go-to for most services. However, there may be more important things to consider than colour. For instance, culture, religion and even weather may have to…...
