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Research carried out by OnePoll asked 1,000 people aged 50 and above whether the Royal Funeral made them consider their own arrangements.

The survey commissioned by pre-paid funeral plan provider, Ecclesiastical Planning Services, revealed that almost a quarter (23%) did indeed consider their own mortality and in particular their final wishes following the live broadcast of the State Funeral. This was highest across the younger age ranges, up to age 65. 67% of respondents revealed that the Queen’s funeral did not make them consider their own funeral arrangements and a further 10% weren’t sure.

Queen Elizabeth’s funeral included many personal touches such as the presence of her beloved dogs and fell pony, Emma. The military theme reflected her lifetime of service and dedication and the lone piper at the service was also very poignant.

The service also included multiple locations and a procession, as well as a floral wreath with significant meaning including a sprig of myrtle, a flower used in the late Queen’s wedding bouquet and a handwritten note from King Charles. Members of the Royal Family were also part of the funeral and preceding period of national mourning.

It is not then surprising that for some people, the Royal Funeral made them consider their own funeral wishes and how they might want to be remembered. Anyone that has arranged a funeral will understand the number of decisions that need to be made. Even the choice of date and time can be complicated, especially when travel arrangements are factored in. Other major decisions include whether to opt for a cremation or burial and whether to have flowers and/or charitable donations.

Emma Simpson, Marketing Manager at Ecclesiastical Planning Services, said “As a pre-paid funeral plan provider, we encourage people to consider planning ahead, which can be as simple as discussing funeral wishes with others. This can significantly reduce worry and anxiety for those left behind when the time comes.”

Christian Fairbrother, funeral director in the Diss branch of Rosedale says:

“Talking about funeral wishes does not mean that you are going to die any sooner. In our experience, it means that those that are left behind know exactly what sort of funeral you would like and makes their experience so much easier”.

About Ecclesiastical Planning Services

Part of the Benefact Group. Ecclesiastical Planning Services works with over 800 funeral directing outlets across the country, providing a safe home for funeral pre-payment funds. The Benefact Group is a UK-based financial services group, part which has been protecting people, property and funds since 1887.

Rosedale Funeral Home is an Appointed Representative of Ecclesiastical Planning Services Limited, a funeral plan provider authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Firm Reference Number 958152.

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Source

OnePoll research of 1,000 UK residents
aged 50 and above, on behalf of Ecclesiastical Planning Services, October 2022.