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Lodge Brothers branches throughout the UK have decorated and dressed their windows in the finest Christmas décor. Each branch has been decorated in their own unique style.

“All our branches take an active role in local community events, supporting many charities and raising funds for local causes. Read our news stories here.”

CHRISTMAS TREE BLESSING AT LODGE BROTHERS COBHAM

Lodge Brothers funeral directors Cobham recently invited bereaved families to an intimate Christmas tree blessing ceremony held at the branch in Holly Hedge Road.

Following a service and blessing from Rev Canon Robert Jenkins of St Andrews Church, families were given the opportunity to hang a message on the tree, then the lights were switched on and will stay lit through the Christmas period as a mark of remembrance for those loved ones lost in Cobham this year.

Afterwards, refreshments and were served and memories were shared, and as they left the guests thanked the staff for arranging this lovely act of remembrance.

PHYLLIS TUCKWELL HOSPICE GETS THEIR CHRISTMAS TREE!

Not one to shy away from a challenge, Paul Bye at Lodge Brothers could not turn down the opportunity to save Christmas for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice when he was approached by the Hospice for help.

The Hospice had been gifted a 20ft Christmas tree from a local garden centre but they had no way of delivering the tree to the Hospice. The gauntlet was thrown down and within hours a large lorry was hired, and Chris Oliver and Paul were on their way to deliver the tree.

The Dutch tree took centre stage at the Hospice’s ‘Light up a Life’ event on 28th November.

Organising a funeral can seem like a daunting task, especially when we find ourselves having to make difficult decisions at a time of loss and bereavement, when we feel least able to manage. Lodge Brothers funeral directors Englefield Green dedicated professional and empathetic staff are available 24 hour service, 365 days a year, providing advice on what needs to be done and by whom.

We take this opportunity to wish our customers a very happy festive season.

Lodge Brothers family owned funeral directors for over 230 years are involved and committed to the community and enjoying being part of the wider community. They make a tremendous contribution to the towns and villages throughout the UK where Lodge Brothers have offices.

Read the latest news from Lodge Brothers local branches.

Lodge Brothers funeral directors Feltham were very happy to assist recently with the raising of funds to contribute to a new Parish Centre for St. Lawrence’s RC church in Feltham.

NEW PARISH CENTRE FOR ST LAWRENCE RC CHURCH FELTHAM

District Manager Quentin Edgington said, ‘It is always a great privilege when we are able to help the local community in worthwhile projects like this.’
Father Chris Vipers thanked Quentin and the Directors of Lodge Brothers during a Special Mass of Thanksgiving saying, ‘We very much appreciate the very generous support Lodge Brothers gave to this project’.

This photo shows from left to right Father Chris Vipers, Quentin Edgington Lodge Brothers District Manager, and His Eminance Cardinal Murphy O’Connor, in front of the plaques donated by Lodge Brothers’.

Main photo shows The Party in the New Parish Centre

Some more news from Lodge Brothers funeral directors Esher and branches throughout the UK

CRANE PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL GIVE ATTENDANCE AWARDS TO PUPILS

As part of their work within the local community, Lodge Brothers funeral directors Hanworth branch recently funded the purchase of Attendance Rewards for the pupils of Crane Park Primary School.

District Manager Quentin Edgington commented, “It’s always nice to be able to help our local schools, and what better way to give the children a boost than by rewarding them for good attendance in the last academic year. A very worthwhile experience for us and for them!”

(Photo shows left to right: Alison Small, Headteacher Crane Park Primary, Quentin Edgington, District Manager and Group Support and PR Administrator Debbie Pyper.)

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NEWS FROM LODGE BROTHERS FUNERAL DIRECTORS ENGLEFIELD GREEN & CHERTSEY

Lodge Brothers have had a busy start to August with many memorials and community involvement.

CHANCELLOR OF THE EXCHEQUER PHILIP HAMMOND HEADS UP THE LOCAL RUNNYMEDE & WEYBRIDGE ENTERPRISE FORUM SUMMER SOIRE

The Runnymede & Weybridge Enterprise Forum is a local business group led by The Right Hon Philip Hammond, Chancellor of the Exchequer, and Chaired by Beverley Lodge, Director of Lodge Brothers. The RWEF runs various events for businesses in the local community.

A recent summer soire event was held at The Oatlands Park Hotel in Weybridge on 20th July and was Philip’s first event as Chancellor.

Over 60 people attended and enjoyed the delights of the newly refurbished hotel in evening sunshine.

Beverley Lodge explained, ” Philip is remarkably approachable and great fun. He’s tremendously supportive and has not missed one of our six events this year, taking time from his busy schedule to be here.”

The photograph shows Susan Hammond, Philip Hammond, Beverley Lodge, Pauline Hedges Paul Girling and Elizabeth Vickery

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Lodge Brothers funeral directors Chertsey were recently cooling down at Cherstsey’s Black Cherry Fair.

The annual ‘Black Cherry Fair’ has been taking place in the market town of Chertsey for many hundreds of years, and this year, local business Lodge Brothers Funeral Directors had a stall. But unlike most others on the Abbeyfields site, they weren’t selling anything!

District Manager, Richard Leachman, and one of his team of Funeral Arrangers, Tom Hoyles, gave away nearly 300 bottles of water to passers-by on what was another warm summer’s day.

Conversations did follow, many of them surrounding the topic of personal funeral planning.

Lodge Brothers has its own catalogue of bespoke funeral plans – find out more about Lodge Brothers services and memorials by clicking on Funeral Directors Cobham and Funeral Directors Ealing

Lodge Brothers are an amazing company by supporting their local community as far as possible. They never miss an opportunity to get involved and assist where they are most needed. They are an integral part of the community either raising funds, supporting worthy causes, running competitions or visiting the local schools or aged homes. Be it Lodge Brothers funeral directors Ashford or any of the other Lodge Brothers branches they are always happy to give a helping hand.

Read what they have been doing recently in their community –

Toys Donated to Bellfields “Little Fishes” Play Group by J.Monk & Sons

J.Monk & Sons of Guildford have always been very supportive of local community projects, so when we were approached by St Peters Shared Church, Bellfields to help out with the “Little Fishes” toddler group, we were only too pleased.

We began by sending out an appeal to our staff for the donation of toys suitable for 1-4 year olds. The response was overwhelming and the toys come tumbling in!

Bellfields is one of the most deprived areas in Surrey, so having somewhere safe for children to play and learn is a great community asset.

Beverley Lodge and Paul Bye spent a few hours with the children handing over prams, ride-on toys, dolls, a trampoline, building blocks and aprons for painting and crafting, amongst other items, and had a great time. The children were delighted to be able to help unpack the boxes and see what was inside.

Karen Collins who assists with the running of Little Fishes said, “It was really kind of J Monk & Sons to support our toddler group. We keep our attendance fees very low at just £1 per family, in order that children from underprivileged families are still able to come. Many of the toys that we have are old, and it’s hard for us to keep up with replacing broken ones because funds are very limited. To have new toys donated is brilliant and it really helps us keep things fun for the children.”

Lodge Brothers serving the community for over 200 years, providing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to funeral arranging giving the best advice possible. They have a large range of floral tributes, bespoke memorials, coffins & urns and Headstones. Click here for more information on how Lodge Brothers funeral directors Englefield Green can assist you in your time of grief.

Lodge Brothers have been serving the community for over 100 years and constantly expanding their vision of the business making it more accessible to everyone.

Lodge Brothers Funeral Directors Esher have an excellent rapport with the community, they like to get involved and contribute where they can, and they are indeed a special group of people who work for Lodge Brothers. They are kind and compassionate and not scared to get involved where they can, read what they have been up to these past few weeks.

Easter is a time of celebration and a time to remember our loved ones; what better way than to celebrate with young and old. Lodge Brothers windows were brightly decorated and there was an Easter Colouring Competition for the local kids and pictured here are the lucky winners with their lovely chocolate prizes!

Lodge Brothers Surrey Commercial and Operations Manager, Paul Bye, delivered Easter goodie bags to local care homes throughout Surrey this week, with a view of bringing a little Easter cheer to the residents.

The bags contained all sorts of chocolate and cakes and all the naughty but nice things that are enjoyed at Easter.

Paul commented that it was great to see the residents of local homes with smiles on their faces, it doesn’t matter how old you are chocolate is enjoyed by all!

Lodge Brothers funeral directors Walton understand the importance of arranging a funeral the way ‘you would like it” especially with their large variety of floral tributes, bespoke memorials, coffins and urns. Their kind and caring staff will assist you in your time of grief, ensuring you give your loved one a fitting tribute.

Click here for more information about how Lodge Brothers can assist in your time of grief.

March has been a busy month with celebrations all month round. Firstly Mother’s Day was celebrated in style this year with beautiful elegant window displays in honour of all the mothers who are no longer with us as well as the mothers who are. Some of  Lodge Brothers branches such as funeral directors Ashford decorated their windows using a pink-themed Mother’s Day display at the weekend .

One client brought in a card and was very grateful for having it included in the display in remembrance of her mum.

The poem “My Mother Kept a Garden” was displayed in the window which has some lovely thoughts about the caring  and nurturing nature of mothers.

St Patrick’s Day was marked on the 17th March 2016 at funeral directors Feltham

Traditionally, the day is celebrated by a visit to Church in the morning, followed by dancing and merriment when the  restrictions of Lent are lifted for one day! The display in the  window shows the Irish flag, a shamrock (hand  knitted by Pat) alongside a bottle of Guinness.

Easter is a time to celebrate with friends and family and a time to remember loved ones who have passed on. What better way to remember our loved ones than by doing something for members of the community. Sharing Easter in the community brightens so many people’s day especially the elderly. Lodge Brothers funeral directors Northolt have arranged an Easter Tea Party for the residents of local nursing homes in and around the various villages.

Find out what some of the other Lodge Brothers branches such as funeral directors Englefield Green have been up to recently  in the community.

Cobham in Surrey is a beautiful quaint village in the heart of Surrey where residents enjoy a small High Street with beautiful shops, restaurants and a number of primary and private schools and the Painshill landscape park. The village has grown over the years since the 12^th Century.

Lodge Brothers opened up a branch to serve the community of Cobham and nearby villages and hamlets. The branch is headed up by Robert Lodge the area manager for Lodge Brothers who is an experienced Funeral Director with a Diploma in Funeral Directing. He is assisted by Funeral Arranger Claire Nightingale. Robert runs the company with 5 other Lodge family members and part of the seventh generation of local family owned Funeral Directors, have been helping and advising bereaved families for over 225 years.

Lodge Brothers are passionate about what they do and the impact they make on the community, hence their involvement in many community initiatives be it a special occasion ie: Easter or a fundraiser for Leukaemia. They ensure each client is treated with dignity and respect and their years of experience and gentle compassionate nature ensure the client remembers their loved ones the way they would like to remember them with a fitting tribute.

Lodge Brothers achieved the Investors in People Award in July 2002 as recognition for the efforts of the Company and its staff in attaining such high levels of customer care both internally and externally.

Lodge Brothers funeral directors Cobham can be found at 3 Hollyhead Road, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 3DQ.

Do you know that with Lodge Brothers you can donate online in memory of your loved ones?  Lodge Brothers along with their partner Love2Donate : would like to offer you the opportunity of leaving a donation to a charity about which your friend or loved one had felt passionate.

You will also be able to leave your own tribute expressing your feelings, giving comfort and support to all those affected by your loss. This incredible service is a wonderful way to honour a loved one.

Lodge Brothers are pleased to announce the opening of their new branch Funeral Directors Sunningdale. Lodge Brother serving the community for over 200 years continually expand their branches and the service offerings.

Robert Lodge is the area manager and will be pleased to assist with any comments or queries you might have.

In keeping with Lodge Brothers other branches many service offerings Funeral Directors Surbiton will welcome you with with a warm and caring approach as they truly understand the grief process and how loved ones feel at the time of grief.

Bill Wilde is the area manager should you seek and advice or have a query.

This is what Lodge Brothers Funeral Directors Surbiton say about a fitting memorial “Many people can be apprehensive and emotional when faced with selecting a lasting tribute for a loved one. We take time and care to ensure that the correct decisions are made with regard to each individual and the memorial they choose”.

Lodge Brothers family owned funeral directors Surbiton have been serving the community for over 200 years. Lodge Brothers Twickenham and many other branches throughout the UK offer the largest range of memorials, coffins, urns, floral arrangements and tributes and many more ways to give your loved one a fitting memorial by choosing a special way to remember them.

Lodge Brothers recently had the honour of conducting the funeral of a very special angel, who was given a wonderful memorial.

‘Amber’s Foundation’ To Be Founded in Memory of Amber Kathan

Lodge Brothers in Ashford recently conducted the funeral of 21 year old Amber Kathan, who’s life was tragically cut short less than a year after being diagnosed with Epithelia Sarcoma.

Before Amber died she told her mother Averil, about her dream of starting a respite project to help homeless people and those impacted by domestic violence. Unlike other mainstream charities, Amber’s idea centres around helping those who need help but who also have pets to care for too.

Mrs Kathan is now determined to take the project forward with the help of a group of friends who supported them both through the past year, aptly called Amber’s Angels. The charity will be called Amber’s Foundation.

Mrs Kathan explained: “Amber had the most amazing ability to get people to do things they did not think they could do. She was a people whisperer and an animal whisperer. She linked together some amazing people.”

Lodge Brothers family owned business for over 200 years have the widest selection of floral tributes, memorials, Headstones and coffins. Memorials are a wonderful way to remember your loved one with a fitting tribute. Lodge Brothers memorials Hillingdon specialise in bespoke memorials ensuring your loved one is remembered in a special way for years to come.

Whether your loved one had a special unique hobby such as fishing or trains or a love of sport Lodge Brothers memorials Shepherds Bush will assist you.

Allan James ‘Wag’ of Cobham travelled on his final journey from his home in a Triumph Thunderbird Motorcycle Hearse to Randalls Park Crematorium for the funeral service.

‘Wag’ moved from Liverpool with his family as a young boy and lived in Downside, before moving into Cobham about 47 years ago. He trained and worked as a carpenter until his retirement. He was a very well know member of the local community, and was involved with a number of local clubs. A very keen gardener, and was still helping his friends and neighbours with theirs until recent times.

His family decided on the more unusual type of transport to the crematorium, as he owned lots of motorbikes including Nortons and Triumphs and enjoyed re-building them. He had a motorcycle and sidecar which Carol his eldest daughter believes was a Triumph. Carol has fond memories in the 1960’s of trips down to Littlehampton from Downside with Mum and herself sitting in the sidecar. She remembers it had a roof, with a little door, so they were kept dry, whilst Dad braved the elements!