Alexander Burn Ltd – recommended for reliable and respectful funeral services and a high level of bereavement care.
Alexander Burn is an independent family run firm of funeral directors in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham. Owner Alex Burn and his team are dedicated to providing meticulous attention to detail, together with courtesy, as they appreciate that a reliable and respectful service is paramount for the families that they serve.
The loss of a loved one is traumatic and distressing, yet it is also a time when decisions and arrangements need to be made. At Alexander Burn, the experienced staff are on hand 24 hours a day to provide families with guidance and support when grief and intense feelings of loss can make even the simplest of tasks overwhelming.
Alexander Burn is proud to be a full member of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) and adheres to their Code of Practice. As a privately owned and managed firm rather than a national or international conglomerate or chain, the firm is also a member of The National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF).
Alexander Burn prides itself on its personal and flexible service, meaning you can telephone at any time, call in at the office or alternatively someone can arrange to visit you at home. Together, you can make all the necessary arrangements, taking into consideration your wishes and requirements and, where appropriate, the expressed wishes of the deceased. This will ensure that everything receives the attention to detail, efficiency and dignity that it deserves and you can gain peace of mind as all of your questions are answered. All arrangements made are confirmed in writing so that the details can be checked and agreed, and at the same time, an estimate of the complete costs will be submitted showing payments to be made.
Alexander Burn can offer a wide range of duties which include liaison with the coroner, clergy, church, cemetery or crematorium, handling all legal documentation, supplying and fitting the coffin or casket, arranging bearers, providing vehicles, arranging press announcements, floral tributes, service sheets, giving advice on hymns, music and readings, coordinating charitable donations, attending all proceedings, and arranging for the dispersal or interment of cremated remains. The firm can also advise on pre-paid funeral plans which remove considerable stress and financial burden from families.
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