Natural burial with shroud in beautiful natural burial meadow at one of Respect Funeral Services Green Burial Parks

Shroud

Wonderful service again from Gordon and Alison @RespectGB – thanks guys, shroud arrived in perfect time

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HH of Scunthorpe said:

HH of Scunthorpe said: Can I say how grateful myself and family are for everything you have done regarding my dad,it was all very  beautiful and

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VH of Scunthorpe said

VH of Scunthorpe said    Thanks Gordon. Your help and advice has been invaluable, we certainly would have struggled with out you guys.VH

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Ideal Death on Show

Ideal DEATH … on Show … Would your visit an event to help you and your family pre plan their funeral wishes?  www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVb7PfjYWfA

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JR of Brigg said:

JR of Brigg said: Thank you for today. My mother was at peace with all the arrangements today as was I. Many thanks again Gordon

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DF said:

DF said: Good morning, , have a wonderful weekend. You and Alison have been amazing and it’s really appreciated.

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RH said:

RH said: Dear Gordon,  Apologies for taking so long to get in touch with you and Alison since my dads burial.  Thank you for your

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SG wrote to Respect

SG wrote to Respect “Thank you so much for your attention to the burial of my cousin.  Although it was very wet I could see

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