Funerals in Birmingham

Funerals in Birmingham

Personalised and Compassionate Services by Thos. Furber & Co. Specialising in funerals for families in Birmingham, our team brings over 150 years of expertise to support you during this difficult time. Established in 1868, we are Birmingham’s oldest independent...
Why Do We Page The Hearse?

Why Do We Page The Hearse?

The Historical Significance of Paging the Hearse Paging the hearse is a tradition deeply rooted in history. Years ago, hearses were horse-drawn and the funeral director would walk in front of the hearse. This would clear the path of any obstacles and signal that the...
How To Trace Your Loved One’s Funeral Plan

How To Trace Your Loved One’s Funeral Plan

A Comprehensive Mini Guide To Finding A Funeral Plan When a loved one dies suddenly, finding out whether they had a funeral plan can reduce some of the strain that you are undergoing. Over 210,000 prepaid funeral plans are sold annually in the UK as people prepare...
Helping Prevent Young Suicide In The UK

Helping Prevent Young Suicide In The UK

The Work of Suicide Prevention Charity PAPRYRUS PAPYRUS is a UK charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide and the promotion of positive mental health. Two Hundred Deaths Each Year In the UK, ‘Over 200 schoolchildren are lost to suicide every year in the...