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Funerals

Remembered with Love...A beautiful white dove release is an exceptionally powerful way to say your final goodbyes. The dove has always been a symbol of love, peace and hope.

The loss of a loved one is never easy, often people feel they wish to mark the passing with a meaningful tribute. The release of white doves at the end of a funeral is a visual way of celebrating a life and a poignant way of saying a final farewell with both beauty and dignity. It also marks the end of a funeral service on an uplifting note.

Many feel that they are releasing the spirit of a loved one to journey onwards and upwards. I always work closely with your funeral director to ensure the smooth
co-ordination of the release. We take great pride in our work and we feel honoured to be able to offer our service to you and your departed loved one.

 
 
“Oh that I had wings like a dove!
for then would I fly away, and be at rest.”
— Psalm 55:6
 
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Funeral Release FAQs

How many doves should we release, how does it work?

Any number of doves can be released, from a poignant single dove representing your loved one to a full flock of 12 as a spectacular tribute. Often families have their own reason for releasing a particular number of doves, such as one per grand child, or a pair representing the reuniting of a couple in death, or a single dove representing your loved one followed by a flock to represent the love of family and friends to escort the deceased on their final journey. It is usual for the release to take place at the end of the cremation service on exit from the chapel or at graveside as the final act after the interment. I will liaise with the funeral director and always set up in good time. I have a selection of beautiful poems which you can choose from for either me or a chosen person to read before the release. This adds an element of ceremony to the release aswell as explaining the significance of releasing the doves at this time.

How much does it cost?

Prices are worked out as a basic fee, based on distance, starting at £80 locally for a single dove, plus £10 per additional dove.

 
“We are sending a dove to heaven,
With a parcel on its wings,
Be careful when you open it its full of beautiful things
Inside are a million kisses
Wrapped up in a million hugs
To say how much we miss you and to send you all our love.”
— Sending a Dove to Heaven
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