What Happens at a Funeral

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Adam McIlroy is a Content Writer here at Aura. He was drawn to Aura by its genuine family feel, and the ethos of its founder, Paul Jameson. He is pleased that his writing can help to connect families across Britain with compassionate, high-quality, low-cost funeral options. He has over three years of professional content-writing experience, both in a B2B and a B2C setting, and he is a fully qualified proofreader. Adam is based in Edinburgh, Scotland. He has a BA in English Literature and Legal Studies, and a Master’s in Creative Writing, both from the University of Aberdeen. He also has a Master’s in Classics from the University of St Andrews. His passions are Ancient Roman literature, and learning languages. He studies Latin and is fluent in Italian.

Posts by Adam

Your Eulogy Template UK: Tips to Get Started

Posted on 21 Mar 2025

Funeral Cover for Parents: What Are the Best Options?

Posted on 21 Mar 2025

Know Your Ashes Rights: Important Points to Understand

Posted on 21 Mar 2025

Does Martin Lewis Recommend Funeral Plans?

Posted on 17 Mar 2025

Non-Religious Funeral Poems: Find the Perfect Words for You

Posted on 14 Mar 2025

Your Funeral Arrangements Checklist: Key Things to Get Right

Posted on 14 Mar 2025

How Does a Crematorium Work?

Posted on 07 Mar 2025

Applying for a Funeral Grant in the UK: Are You Eligible?

Posted on 07 Mar 2025

Funeral and Memorial Ideas that Leave a Lasting Impression

Posted on 07 Mar 2025

Collecting Ashes: Important Things You Need to Know

Posted on 28 Feb 2025

Different Cremation Types in the UK: What’s Right for You?

Posted on 28 Feb 2025

How to Scatter Ashes: What You Need to Know

Posted on 21 Feb 2025

Can You Scatter Ashes Anywhere?

Posted on 21 Feb 2025

What Is Probate: the Basics You Need to Know

Posted on 14 Feb 2025

What Is an Ash Scattering Ceremony?

Posted on 14 Feb 2025

What Is Interment of Ashes?

Posted on 14 Feb 2025

Inheritance Tax Guide

Posted on 07 Feb 2025

The Role of a Funeral Director: What They Do

Posted on 31 Jan 2025

The First Birthday after the Death of a Loved One

Posted on 29 Jan 2025

The Importance of Death Education

Posted on 24 Jan 2025

Top Regrets of the Dying

Posted on 23 Jan 2025

Do I Need a Cremation Certificate or a Death Certificate?

Posted on 20 Dec 2024

What Happens to Bank Accounts When You Die?

Posted on 20 Dec 2024

Who Conducts a Non-Religious Funeral?

Posted on 20 Dec 2024

How to Pay For Funeral Expenses

Posted on 20 Dec 2024

Alternative Funerals: Non-Traditional Ideas

Posted on 20 Dec 2024

Compassionate Leave for a Funeral

Posted on 20 Dec 2024

How Much Does a Funeral Celebrant Cost?

Posted on 12 Dec 2024

Average Funeral Waiting Time in the UK

Posted on 12 Dec 2024

Stories about Death

Posted on 12 Dec 2024

How to Close a Bank Account after Death

Posted on 12 Dec 2024

How to Apply for Probate with a Will

Posted on 12 Dec 2024

How to Get Help with Funeral Expenses

Posted on 05 Dec 2024

Why Are Funeral Costs Rising?

Posted on 05 Dec 2024

What Are Funeral Expenses?

Posted on 05 Dec 2024

How Much Do Prepaid Funerals Cost? Full Breakdown

Posted on 29 Nov 2024

How to Find Prepaid Funeral Plans that Are Right for You

Posted on 29 Nov 2024

How to Keep Funeral Costs Down

Posted on 29 Nov 2024

Funeral Preplanning Checklist: A Complete Guide

Posted on 29 Nov 2024

How to Pay for a Funeral: Affordable Ways to Cover Costs

Posted on 29 Nov 2024

Arranging a Funeral before Registering the Death

Posted on 22 Nov 2024

Cremation Forms Guide : What You Need to Know

Posted on 21 Nov 2024

How to Claim Funeral Costs

Posted on 21 Nov 2024

What Insurance Covers Funeral Costs: Top Things to Consider

Posted on 21 Nov 2024

How Does the Funeral Process Work?

Posted on 15 Nov 2024

How Much Do Funeral Plans Cost? Pricing Guide

Posted on 14 Nov 2024

Ancient Myths and Legends about Death

Posted on 14 Nov 2024

Funeral Checklist

Posted on 14 Nov 2024

Do You Need a Death Certificate for a Funeral?

Posted on 08 Nov 2024

Beliefs on Death and Funerals in Religion

Posted on 08 Nov 2024

Dealing with the Unexpected Death of a Loved One

Posted on 04 Nov 2024

How to Get a Death Certificate in the UK

Posted on 30 Oct 2024

How Is a Body Prepared for Cremation?

Posted on 28 Oct 2024

The ‘Cause of Death’ on a Death Certificate Explained

Posted on 25 Oct 2024

Remembering a Loved One: Meaningful Ways to Get Started

Posted on 25 Oct 2024

What Happens at a Cremation in the UK? Step-by-Step Guide

Posted on 22 Oct 2024

How to Cope with the Death of a Parent

Posted on 22 Oct 2024

How to Announce a Death to Friends: Our Top Tips

Posted on 18 Oct 2024

Facts and Myths about Death

Posted on 18 Oct 2024

The Decline of Religion in the UK

Posted on 18 Oct 2024

Changes to the Death-Registration Process: What You Need to Know

Posted on 02 Oct 2024

Cremation Ashes Ideas: Creative & Personal Tributes

Posted on 30 Sep 2024

Funeral Plans vs Over 50s Life Insurance: Things to Know

Posted on 09 Sep 2024

What Is a Death Doula?

Posted on 06 Sep 2024

Talking about Death and Dying: Why It Should Matter to You

Posted on 27 Aug 2024

Do They Burn the Coffin at a Cremation?

Posted on 27 Aug 2024

Can You Put Cremation Ashes in a Tattoo?

Posted on 20 Aug 2024

Press Release: Aura Life LTD Wins SME Compliance Team of the Year at ICA Compliance Awards 2024

Posted on 01 Jul 2024

The Cremation Process: Explained

Posted on 01 Jul 2024

What Are No Fuss Funerals? A Simple, Low-Cost Option

Posted on 01 Jul 2024

Direct Cremation Prices: Things You Should Know

Posted on 11 Jun 2024

What to Do When Someone Dies

Posted on 11 Jun 2024

Cremation Only Funerals: Six Questions Answered

Posted on 07 Jun 2024

Simple Cremations: What Do They Include?

Posted on 07 Jun 2024

Arranging a Low-Cost Cremation

Posted on 07 Jun 2024

Funeral Myths: Busted

Posted on 07 Jun 2024

Cremation Myths: Busted

Posted on 07 Jun 2024

Cremation Costs: What’s Mandatory and What’s Avoidable?

Posted on 07 Jun 2024

What Is a ‘Pauper’s Funeral’?

Posted on 09 May 2024

Is Direct Cremation a Good Idea? Pros & Cons

Posted on 03 May 2024

Are Funeral Plans Safe?

Posted on 24 Apr 2024

Compare Aura Funeral Plans with Other Leading Providers

Posted on 24 Apr 2024

End-of-Life Wishes Guide

Posted on 21 Dec 2023

Your End-of-Life Planning Guide: Essentials to Get Right

Posted on 11 Jul 2023

What Bereavement Support Is Available to Me?

Posted on 09 Jun 2022

How Much Does a Funeral Cost?

Posted on 13 May 2022

Pillars of Strength

Posted on 30 Nov 2021

What Is a Eulogy (and How to Write one)?

Posted on 22 Nov 2021

How to Say Goodbye: Avoid Regret and Find Lasting Peace

Posted on 03 Aug 2021

Do Not Resuscitate: What to Know About DNR

Posted on 07 Jun 2021

The Mental Capacity Act (MCA)

Posted on 26 Mar 2021

Funeral Options & Alternatives in the UK

Posted on 23 Feb 2021

How to Set Up a Power of Attorney

Posted on 23 Feb 2021

How to Send Love and Support from Afar

Posted on 17 Feb 2021

What Is a Memorial Service?

Posted on 01 Feb 2021

The Importance of Writing a Will

Posted on 14 Sep 2020

How to Deal with Grief: a Gentle Starting Point

Posted on 14 Sep 2020

The Best Funeral Songs Ever

Posted on 13 Sep 2020

How to Break Bad News

Posted on 05 Aug 2020

What to Say When You Don’t Know What to Say

Posted on 18 Jun 2020

What Happens at a Funeral

Posted on 15 Apr 2020

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