This episode is all about Choices, a capital letter for a big topic. 
Simon and Tina Thank all the listeners so far and Sarah Wyatt the Celebrant gets a shout out for her feedback and comments to the show. 
Is there a traditional or right thing to do? 
What are peoples choices? 
Flexibility is discussed and how knowing what the person wished for can help
Or basing choices and decisions on the things they liked or their interests.
examples are given of beach ceremonies, something in a care home, Ceremonies in Churches and places of worship, Village halls, boats and many other places are possible.
Listen in for some amusing confusion about Quiche and Kitsch Jewelry
Make it personal is the key message. 

 

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Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

This is a bite sized episode about dresscode?
Discover if there is one?
Is it ok to wear football shirts?
Should we wear black?
What about footwear at the graveside? 
all these things and more are covered in this short informative episode. 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Welcome from Sy and Tina to this episode of Good goodbyes about some of the initial steps after you have been given the death certificate. Sy explains what happens after you have the death certification.  

We cover picking dates for a celebration of life or funeral 

What questions you might be asked ?

The warmth and humanity in checking out what name someone wishes to be called by.

Sy and Tina share the things they do to connect with the deceased and family and friends and how people are in safe hands. 

Fools and Horses Hearses comes up, and individualising services gets a mention. 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Welcome from Sy and Tina to this episode of Good goodbyes about some of the initial steps that happen immediately after someone has died. Tina and Sy explain the difference between Verification and Certification of death.

This is a walk through and step by step guide to the process you may go through. 

The first call is usually right after the death and the teams are available 24 hrs 7 days a week. 

Tina, as a nurse explains what she does when verifying death. 

The difference between expected and unexpected death is covered. 

The coroners procedure is covered. 

And first and last offices and what can happen in various religions. 

Tina talks about her Uncle, christmas cards and a whisky 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Welcome from Sy and Tina to this episode of Good goodbyes about direct cremation. 

What is it ?

Since 2019 3-20% increase in direct cremations 

Did you know this option can be with a local company as well as the nationals 

Do you know what’s involved? Tina and Sy talk about how important saying goodbye is and if a direct cremation allows for this? 
We talk about the pros and cons and about how to consider the impact on the grieving process and what options you have. 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Welcome from Sy and Tina to this first episode of Good goodbyes. 

A chance to meet your hosts Sy a funeral director and Tina an independent celebrant. We both work in Devon in the UK, but are sure that lots of people all over will find this interesting 

We discuss our reasons for making this informal, myth busting podcast. 

We discuss how people can be guided through the process of arranging a funeral. Either for themselves or for others. 

We chat about the common things that we get asked and come up for people, for example . How long do we have for the service? What am I allowed to have? 

 We chat about individualising services and responses for clients. 

Please do let us have your feedback and any questions. 

Like, subscribe and share the podcast. 

A link to Sys favourite Music Octavarian Dream theatre https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYV8Zt2k0RQ

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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This weeks episode is about the Celebrants (or most Officiants role). 
We cover where we might meet? what might be asked and useful things to think about beforehand. 
How the in-depth conversation will take place. 
Perhaps looking through photographs can help to prepare. There may be clues from notes kept. 
How do you wish to feel after the service? 
How can we demystify the language? for example what is the catafalque?
Is there a difference between a coffin and a casket? 
Tina explains how we gather auto-biogrpahical information as well as personalised details.  

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

What can Floral tributes or flowers look like?
How you can have many or few, the choices you have.
How you can incorporate the use of flowers in different ways as part of the ceremony and involve your mourners or guests.  
What to do if you prefer no flowers or have strong views about them.
Tina and Sy discuss what happens to the flowers after.

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Listen in for a brief bit of singing from Sy. 
Also you will find in this episode, a helpful chat about music. 
Sy shares he advice about choosing, and Tina talks about compilations.
Sy shared the top ten choices from last year..
Can we have music with swearing or explicit language in it?
How wide is our choice ? 
Can we have sound effects?
Can you bring your own music?
Can we have Hymns ? and what about the singing can we sing to anything?  
Listen in for answers to these questions 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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Can you have dogs and other pets at funerals?
Sy and Tina chat through your options in this animal focused episode.
The cast of animals includes, Parrots, Llamas, Donkeys, Mice, Cats, Dogs and Deer.
Enjoy this informative episode about animals and funerals 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

An episode about Webcasting and recording or broadcasting funerals and celebrations of life services . 
Sy gives a warning about a scam which asks people to pay to view funerals 
Tina discusses how webcasting and recordings can help
Also what to do when the service isn't in a crematorium or other place where webcasting is an option, what are your choices ? 
Covering if it ok to record yourself as a guest ? 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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Visual Tributes 

Sy explains what a visual tribute. 

Fits with how families look at photographs.

Putting a series of photographs together, can help with grief. 

A mention of Katie Mills a funeral director in Torbay who designs these for her families. 

How it helps with reflection time and fond remembrance.

Here is a link to an example of a visual tribute 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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Children’s Funerals 

A sensitive episode of Good Goodbyes about Children’s funeral 

Sy talks people infant death, but this is also up to the age of 18yrs.

Sy talks about the terms you might hear like Non-Viable Foetus, a child before 24 weeks  

People who have a child die after this age support from the children’s funeral fund 

link for this.

Child funeral fund 

this one for additional information. 

Prenatal 24 weeks to birth, Neo natal the first four weeks, infancy through childhood,  

Tina discusses the way a service can go and what can be included in a service for a child  

Charities that can support 

 Sands Supporting bereaved families 

Winstons wish offers support for children and young people and families dealing with bereavement. Up to 25 years of age 

Families in grief

Hope again, young people living after loss  

Child bereavement UK 0800 02 888 40 

 Childline 

Good Grief Trust 

Death of a teenager 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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Ashes, what can we do with cremated remains?

Tina and Sy discuss this topic

A few people still have ashes from people who are deceased and here are some options of what you can do with them.

Landowners permission is relevant on private land. 

Football clubs are mentioned, beaches and natural places.

Ashes scatterings and interments can be a formal way of doing this as it is symbolic. Celebrants and Ministers can help with this. 

How the what 3 words app is helpful.

Memorial jewellery and keepsakes get a brief mention 

 Scattering by drone is possible  https://www.aerialashes.co.uk/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwmOm3BhC8ARIsAOSbapXYe49NFbeRnDNvoVp-yx9kGWPUh-V3vuWh-CQSEtPMd8TJsC5T1boaAkOQEALw_wcB

Ashes in a firework also a chance 

https://action.heavenlystarsfireworks.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmOm3BhC8ARIsAOSbapUXnk19V4Cj0OqbPmTqWBt3cPIfkOFTUc3SpYKvgOqRyonaooL_ZU4aAjKkEALw_wcB

Ashes in space 

https://www.ashesinspace.co.uk/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmOm3BhC8ARIsAOSbapW8LmPxp2-Ju1zbXoivnuMtKgVgsM79AxeyDeJLmF3vuAqdDcQ6qoYaAoM5EALw_wcB

https://scattering-ashes.co.uk/ for more information on a small scale Viking funeral 

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Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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All about Coffins 

Sy talks people through the variety of their coffin options. 

We walk about the difference between a coffin and a casket. 

They can take many forms, wood, cardboard, natural products, shrouds.

Can they accommodate all different sized questions 

Here is the link to the shout out Sy gave 

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2986537/amp/Former-Britain-s-tallest-man-grew-7ft-6in-buried-huge-bespoke-coffin-funeral-attended-members-Tall-Club-Great-Britain.html

The safety and craftsmanship gets a mention 

Affordability and the difference between the cost of a cardboard and wood coffin.

Tina asks about concerns families have about the deceased persons comfort? 

Decorated coffins and custom designed coffins and the eco options 

Including a bit about the use of shrouds 

We discuss the coffin club, see here for the Miriam Margolyes clip 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UK8vQIIydQo,
 

We encourage you all to talk about it. 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

What happens on the day of the funeral 

Tina and Sy discuss how this day goes and things to consider 

Including how you might feel 

Discussing parking, toilets and getting there on time.

Will people , the mourners, go in first or will they follow? We discuss the options.

More time for private goodbyes in chapels of rest gets a mention. 

We discuss the checks, carrying in, and the respectful placing of the deceased ready for the service. 

Curtains at the crematorium is discussed, the choice of closing or opening? 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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This Episode is all about Orders of Service 
Do you need them?
What can be in them?
Tips and thoughts on this topic from Sy and Tina  

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Pre-planning for your funeral is this something you have considered?
Sy and Tina discuss this and what you can do

Anything from a Shoe box full of ideas, a quick note written down or a full plan.

Listen to Tina reference the wrong film, She meant Love Actually
Funeral plans (Finance Conduct Authority regulated)  might be a good idea.
People can be more comfortable when plans are made.
Tina talks about how it might be like house insurance.
We discuss what can trigger people to plan.
Examples are given about how Tina and Sy have experienced people pre planning
Resources are shared from Charles Russel and the Coffin Club

Resources
Charles Russel's website with the resource
Your Wishes, Your Story, Your Memories – Book Download

Coffin Club

Miriam's Dead Good Adventure

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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Just a brief Happy Christmas and Thank you from us both. See you in the new year, Happiness and Health, love and light for the season and for 2025  
Sy and Tina 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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This episode is all about Grief at Christmas
How to hold and honor spaces for those who are no longer with us and how to look after ourselves
We talk about Brussel sprouts, Ornaments, Christmas swims, Cinema visits and more.
Recommending resources for those who might need some help at this time of year.
Resources

Mind grief support 

Untanglegrief at christmas 

Cruse 

Young minds  

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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FUNerals a celebration of life before you die
Example are giving of Kris Hallenga's event  and what happened there

Monopoly tips are on offer and a good conversation about what these events can include.

Resources
An article on Living Funerals

Living Every Second

Kris Charity Coppa Feel 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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This is an explicit episode, with a little bit of swearing in it.
So bear that in mind when listening, as Tina and Sy explore the interesting topic of swearing within funeral ceremonies or services and celebrations of life?
is is ok?
Why is it relevant?
We give some examples (hence the warning) and encourage families to feel ok to tell us about the person in all their colorful ways if this is relevant. 
We touch on how to manage this if it will be a part of the service. 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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This Bite sized episode is all about the people you might find helping and supporting during, before and after a funeral.
Who are the cast and what are the terms you might hear of
Funeral Directors funeral arrangements and Crew or operatives might be helping Sy explains what they do. 
Tina speaks of the types of Celebrants
At the Crem you will find the chapel attendant , equivalent in some ways to the Verger in a church setting.
A sexton or gravedigger is explained. 
Sy explains the way people face in a grave East and West which is so interesting. 
What do we call the people who are grieving. 
Undertaker gets a mention to...as does an embalmer. 
We speak of chapels and other ceremony spaces. 

any questions or additions people might find interesting ? let us know 
   

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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Guest Episode
Berni Benton is a guest Independent Celebrant, end of life Doula
And Vice president of the Association of Independent Celebrants joins Tina for a chat whilst Sy is away.
Berni describes what a doula does, she explains how she works to support people at that time.
She talks about her role within The Association of Independent Celebrants 
How to choose a celebrant if you are doing this independently.
View on direct cremation are shared and how local funeral directors can help.
Discussions about being worried about death and the recommendations from Kathryn Mannix With the end in mind 
Berni is soon publishing her book My Life, My death, My wishes, a straightforward guide for all that Bernie has been speaking about.


Resources
Living well dying well UK   
Association of independent Celebrants
With the end in mind Book

Bernies Website 

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Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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Sy is away at the moment, so Tina has gone Solo to let you know what you can enjoy from our episodes so far. Any suggestions for future conversations. Please do let us know 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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Emma Grey joins the podcast, Emma is a grief and life coach, and expert in “Sadmin” , at Rainbow Hunting.
She talks about the work she does with her knowledge as a probate and wills lawyer, she speaks of Simon her husband,  his death and how her learning about organising the paperwork had given her an “emotional handrail”  
Emma supports people in loss and grief, growing life around grief. 
We have a good chat about many of the things a widow deals with and how knowing more about the paperwork associated with  
Sadmin, the admin that is emotional is talked about in detail. 
We talk about how you can leave behind good information if you are the more organised one in your family. 
We chat about writing wills, caterpillar cakes, birthdays and remembering, . 

https://www.rainbowhunting.co.uk/ is the place to find Emma

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
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Dayle Adams joins the Podcast Today to talk about planning ahead of time. what she does with clients and how she came to be in this line of work 

Dayle found grieving overshadowed by administration, lack of paperwork and a need for more help, which was only available from the person who had lost capacity or died. 

Planning Ahead of Time (PAT) was set up in honour of her Mum to create a platform of support. In life, we help and support the people closest to us. We can also do this in death, by making sure plans are in place and the information is easily available and accessible.

By combining practical organisation with compassionate spiritual care, PAT empowers you to confidently plan for the future, safeguarding your legacy and providing ease for those you leave behind.

She says we can’t predict the future, but we can plan for it. Death is inevitable. Planning is essential. Planning Ahead of Time helps people with dying, death, loss and grief. 

you can find Dayles website Here 

and her podcasts via this link and on you tube 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Sy, returns from a short absence and talks about his own recent loss of his mum Chris. 

Sy asks if anyone hads any advice and if you do please do message the show. We always like to hear from you all. 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Nancy Whitmarsh joins the Good Goodbyes podcast to talk about how to support people living with Dementia funerals.
This conversation explores how to fully include people living with dementia in the planning and attendance of a funeral.
Nancy talks about going at someones pace.
Meeting the person where they are at, and learning about people as we go.
Creating a bond, is so important and building trust.
How people living with dementia can be well aware of their surroundings and participate.
Using visual cues like photographs, to have conversations.
Listen in for a gentle conversation about  all this.

find Nancy here

 
Resources

Dementia friendly funeral  

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Tina and Sy talk about viewing your person in the chapel of rest. 

Do you have to ? What is Sys advice?

How long can you stay, questions like this and others are covered in this episode 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

This Weeks Episode is with Charles Russell an award winning funeral celebrant, who has written a book Bee Happy and shares his thoughts about having children and young people at funerals. 

We talk about the way children can be involved and offer some resources. 

Here is the link to Charles Book Bee Happy

You can find Charles  website Here 

Other Books and resources 

Some I love has Died.

Logans first funeral 

Invisible strong 

When something terrible happens 

No Matter What 

Waiting for Wolf 

Water Bugs and Dragonflies  

Badgers Parting Gifts

Places to go for support. 

Childrens Bereavement 

Winstons Wish 

When someone dies from suicide, how to support your child 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Tune in to find out about Eulogies, what are they, tips for writing them and how they can be included in the service. 

Emotional Flag, Baby loss and Children funerals is mentioned. 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Lizzie and Nick join the podcast to talk about their roles within the East Devon Crematoruim. Answering all sorts of questions about how they manage the services and the aftercare for deceased people and their families and friends. Safety at crematoriums in relation to getting the correct ashes to families. they talk about how they manage the emotion of working in a crematorium team and how they are seeing services change. 

If you wish to know more or connect with the East Devon Team you can find them here https://www.eastdevoncrematorium.co.uk/

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

This episode is all about what happens if a UK national dies overseas. 

Some tips and recommendations are discussed. 

Resources 

click for the link 

After a Death abroad UK gov 

Citizens Advice what to do if someone dies abroad 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Its #Nationalpetmonth and a good time to be talking about our pets.

Lorna Joins us for this informative and helpful episode all about Pet and Animal loss. we talk about speaking to children about animal loss and other bereavements. 

Resources You can find Lorna and her books Here click for links 

Website: 

Pet Loss Pages: 

Books on Amazon: Saying Goodbye to Wilbur: 

Saying Goodbye: My Pet Memory Journal: 

Support Services:

Blue Cross Pet Loss Service: 

The Ralph Site: 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Sy, talks about the thing which inspired him to work as a Funeral Director, listen in if this is an interest of yours.  Find out about Sy's Tattoo and Childhood obsession. 

We talk about tradition and ceremony and what they mean to us and other people. 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Sy and Tina chat about things to know when you are booking the date and time of the funeral. With tips about what to consider and think about and the options you may have.  

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Jennifer Muldowney, otherwise know as the Glam Reaper joins us to discuss digital legacy and some of the things for us to think about in relation to our social media accounts, phones and laptops. 

Jennifer shares some of her wisdom in this area of specialist interest. 

Resources 

click the links 

for Jennifers instragram 

for her podcast and blog page  

Digital Workshop from earlier this year:

Tedx Talk

Resource Death Glitch How tech is changing Mourning forever 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

On the back of Sys', Tik Tok success with a post about what happens to the coffin when there is a cremation. We offer this insightful episode about the use of social media in relation to funerals. 

Much loved gets a mention and many other social media platforms  

Resources 

click to link 

Much loved 

Tik tok mentioned by Sy 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

We discuss what can go in a coffin, at a burial and cremation. 

Green and Ecological friendly funerals to be discussed at a later episode 

Find out about binoculars, Waders and War and Peace 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Dionne joins the podcast to talk about her experience of multiple loses, her parents, grandmother and her sister-in-law all in a short period of time. 

Dionne runs her own coaching brand business and shares how it is to try and keep that all going whilst also caring for loved ones and organising funerals which include arrangements in Jamaica . 

She shares her thoughts and feelings, with some helpful insights. 

You will find Dionne here 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Today's episode is about Organ donation, listen in to Tina and Nurse Specialist Kathryn Somers from Devon in the UK talk about this. Kat explores how to indicate you wish to be a donor, the criteria considered for organ donation, the number of people who can benefit and so much more. 

Resources 

St Johns medal 

Registering an organ donation decision, opt in or out 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

This bitesized episode is all about funeral transport. What can you have to take the deceased to the funeral ceremony? and what about the guests. 

Listen in for an informative chat about all things funeral transport 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Imran Nazerali joins the podcast to talk about the work he is doing with Imperial College London around Mental Health at end of life,  where he is working with others to help shape meaningful improvements in end of life care. 

As well as his personal experiences around the time of his fathers death. 

We have some heartfelt chats about how it feels to be a carer and to talk with our loved ones about death and dying. 

Resources and links to the things we chatted about 

The helix centre  

the project information sheet 

Flyer for co-design recruitment 

Imrans linked in where you can reach him 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Whats involved in bequeathing your body to medical science in the UK? 

What should you think about if this interests you or a fmaily member has this wish?

Is it the same as organ donation?

All these questions and a few more are covered in this sensitive conversation with Sy and Tina 

Resources 

A love of Humanity information about body donation 

Royal College of Surgeons UK

Human Tissue Authority 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Tina and Sy discuss what these sort of funerals involve. 

if there a difference? 

Can you include some Green and Ecologically positive aspects in every funeral? 

listen in for an interesting update 

Resources 

The Green Burial Council 

Bereavement Advice Center , Green Funerals 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Sometimes we don't make it to the bedside at the end of someones life. 

We can feel a certain way about being there or not. 

Sally , a social worker, Soul midwife and celebrant who works with grief and loss chats with Tina about this and how we can feel as loved ones, carers, family and friends after the event. 

link to Sally 

link to grief chat 

link to Tina if you wish to reach out 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

In this episode we chat about family led funerals which are not led by officiants or ministers. 

What do you need to think about if this is something you are interest in ? 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

What are Pallbearers? How did the name come about ? 

Can family members be pallbearers? What needs to be considered?

Sy and Tina discuss all these points in this informative bite sized episode 

Links and resources. 

all about being a pallbearer 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

Sy and Tina talk about having your loved ones body at home for a while. A tradition in some cultures. 

There are some things to think about in relation to looking after the body and ensuring it is ok to be visited. 

Links and more information 

Poppys blog some tips for keeping people at home 

Go with Graces Tips for keeping a body at home 

Practical Tips from the good funeral guide 

Get in Touch, we would love to hear from you

The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com