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My Life. My Wishes.

By alexander titmuss-Morley

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May 12, 2026
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  • CoverMy Life. My wishes. Brought to you by Life.
  • Table of ContentWelcome Message Funeral
  • WelcomeMessage Welcome to my funeral wishes.
  • FuneralThere are many different options when it comes to funerals. Some people choose a natural burial, returning to the earth in one of the purest and most natural ways, perhaps wrapped in linen or placed within a wicker coffin. Others prefer a more traditional funeral with a black hearse, a formal service, and those around them gathering to mourn their loss. Direct cremation is also an option, where there is no service or ceremony, and the ashes are simply returned afterwards. Some people choose this for its simplicity, while others do so because of cost.
  • Page 5My Funeral
  • Page 6There are many different types of coffins available today. Coffin
  • Page 7Care At Life Funerals, people are cared for with the utmost sensitivity, respect, and dignity at all times.
  • Choice'sThere are many different additional options available when arranging a funeral. As standard, here at Life Funerals we create an online tribute page in memory of the person who has died. This can also be linked to a particular charity that may have been close to somebody's heart. It provides a place where family and friends can come together to honour a life, share memories, Other optional choices can include flowers, obituary notices, stationery, and professionally printed order of service booklets. Some families also choose small keepsakes for those attending the funeral, such as packets of seeds, sweets, remembrance tokens, or a favourite photograph displayed on top of the coffin.
  • Page 9Ashes There are many different options when it comes to ashes and what can be done with them afterwards. Ashes can be turned into keepsakes, such as jewellery, photo frames, pieces of artwork, or even candle holders that can be lit on special anniversaries or simply during moments of remembrance.
  • In SummaryI've always liked things done properly. As a craftsman, I believed in keeping things simple, honest, and made with care, and that is how I would like my funeral to be. I have chosen an attended cremation on the Isle of Wight where family and friends can come together to remember me, share stories, and celebrate my life. I do not want anything overly formal or heavily religious...just something warm, relaxed, and genuine.
  • AmendmentsMy Funeral Coffin
  • Page 12This booklet has been produced by 'Life.' to help document and record personal funeral wishes. Please note that the registration of funeral wishes is not a prepaid funeral plan. No money has been exchanged or secured towards the funeral arrangements or the future facilitation of the funeral detailed within this booklet.
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There are many different types of coffins available today.

Coffin

From environmentally friendly mushroom or wicker coffins, to solid oak or traditional American-style coffins, there are many ways a coffin can reflect somebody's personality, wishes, or beliefs.

Some people prefer a simple cardboard coffin where family and friends can write messages and memories directly onto it. Others prefer heavily polished and more traditional styles.

All coffins are fully lined and include a small pillow for comfort and presentation. At Life Funerals, the baseline coffins are handcrafted here on the Isle of Wight in the countryside of Calbourne, with each one bespoke made to the required size.

My Coffin

I have spoken with Alex and chosen an oak veneer coffin - something simple, respectful, and understated.

I do not particularly like the idea of something extremely expensive being cremated, and I would rather things remain modest and meaningful.