Burials

Traditional or informal

Funeral services can be as formal or informal as you would like – and it’s entirely up to you as to how religious the service is depending on your beliefs and the wishes of your loved one.

Godalming Funeral Service can organise the funeral and a burial at your chosen cemetery, graveyard or burial ground and purchase a grave on your behalf where necessary. Most burial grounds have a chapel or room where the service can take place, but you may decide you want the service to take place in a particular church or other venue that has meaning for you.

If you already have a family burial plot we may be able to arrange for it to be reopened before the burial. If you would like burial plots which are next to each other, you’ll need to talk to the local authority about the possibility of purchasing or reserving multiple plots and again, we can help you with this.

What happens at a burial?

On the day of the funeral, depending on your preference, mourners may assemble outside the burial ground awaiting the arrival of the cortege with hearse, or may take a seat in the chapel before the coffin is brought in. Alternatively, the coffin can be taken to the venue prior to the mourners arriving.

A funeral service usually lasts around 20 to 60 minutes and can include a number of hymns or non-religious songs that mean something to you, eulogies and readings.

Following the funeral service (should you choose to have one) the committal service usually takes place at the graveside with the minister, clergy or other non-religious officiant conducting the service. This can be tailored to your requests with readings, songs and prayers.

Godalming Funeral Service can assist you in every step of the funeral and burial arrangements so please don’t hesitate to ask us about any aspects or queries you may have.

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Funeral prices vary depending on the type of ceremony you would like for your loved one. There are many options to choose from to make it unique and special.

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It is now really easy to plan ahead, making a huge difference by easing the burden on your family when the time comes, so they can focus on the arrangements.

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Need advice?

Godalming Funeral Service can assist you in every step of the funeral so please don’t hesitate to ask us about any aspects or queries you may have.

From the moment I first made contact, Paul Weightman presented as the most courteous, helpful and kind person communicating promptly and paying great attention to detail throughout. I highly recommend Godalming Funeral Service should you need their services.…

Nicki Moore

I cant thank Paul and his team at Godalming Funeral Services enough for the kind, understanding and efficient way they handled my mothers funeral service. Paul guided us through the planning process with sensitivity and some useful suggestions He liaised efficiently and effectively with all…

Louise Pettingell

Very helpful and friendly. A good experience at a difficult time .They were very thoughtful and considerant and went out of their way to support us in all aspects of the funeral. The burial was on a very hot day and they even thought to…

Ben

I've attended a couple of funerals recently that Anghus has directed and he has always gone above and beyond to ensure that loved ones are well cared for. Will always recommend Godalming Funeral Service as I know Anghus and his team will do their upmost…

Amy Wilson

Paul at Godalming Funeral Service handled all the arangements for my wife's funeral, this was the saddest time in my life, dealing with Paul's professionalism helped me greatly to organise a fitting funeral for which I am very thankful.

David McSorley

I found a very caring and reassuring attitude to me at a very stressful time in my life. There was only helpful and relevant information and absolutely no hard sell. From my experience I would certainly recommend them.

David Jefferys

All communications were dealt with quickly and efficiently. Paul and the team made us feel at ease with the whole process and that my dad was in good hands

Stephen Cansell

Paul and the team advised and supported our family impeccably at a difficult time for us all. The team was calm and understanding, their professionalism very much appreciated.

Ken Eales

We contacted godalming funeral Service on a recommendation. Anghus and his team were extremely kind and helpful at a most difficult time. We were guided every step of the way and given as much help and information as needed and nothing was too much trouble.…

Pascale K

It seemed an obvious choice to approach Godalming FS to provide a funeral plan for my elderly mother in the knowledge of renown experience and local presence. My wife and I met with clear choices and guidance for a ‘Simple’ type Service, the time friendly…

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