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"On the day Moira was a guiding hand and alongside her team dignified and professional throughout, for which we will always be grateful."
— Paul. M (about Moira)
"The keen eye for detail is even displayed when preparing the Order of Service proofs — the charity we had chosen had changed their name and this was picked up in the design process. Cannot thank or recommend everyone at John Short & Son enough."
— Haley Ryan
"Nothing was too much trouble and they did everything possible to ensure all the worries involved with arranging his funeral were alleviated. So compassionate and caring, yet consummate professionals."
— Betty Teresa Thacker
"Everything was very well organised in a professional, compassionate and calm manner to avoid us experiencing any needless stress on such an emotional day."
— Joan Tranter (about Mrs Short)
"You gave me time to grieve but also took my calls if I needed help. The funeral was arranged complete with flowers, doves, music, order of service — you gave my beautiful mom the send off she deserved."
— Gale Gallagher (about Sue, Michelle, Mrs Short)
"They truly were a godsend at the worst time of my life. So glad I entrusted Keith's care to them. Wonderful people and a true credit to their profession. From the moment he was in their care I just knew he was in the best hands."
— Betty Teresa Thacker
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Practical advice on choosing a funeral director you can trust — what to look for, questions to ask, red flags to watch for, and why NAFD membership matters.
A practical, step-by-step guide to arranging a funeral in the UK — from registering the death through to the service itself, including choosing burial or cremation, selecting music and readings, and understanding what your funeral director will handle.
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