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An article on BBC News may have caused concern for anyone who has a funeral plan and we wanted to reassure islanders who have taken the thoughtful step of planning ahead that this new regulation of the funeral plan market, is unlikely to have any impact locally.
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We are pleased to welcome Nadia Hannis to the Beckfords team, joining us as Funeral Planning and Memorials Coordinator.
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We are delighted to announce that Zac Hannis has been appointed as our General Manager.
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We are now offering a facility to enable our clients to pay over time for their loved ones’ funerals.
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Congratulations are due to Zac Hannis, one of our Funeral Directors, who has been awarded his Diploma in Funeral Arranging and Administration (DipFAA).
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Practical advice, personal experiences and tips about the end of life.
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A year on from Guernsey's first lockdown, Phil Duquemin, Beckfords Chairman, assesses how covid has accelerated changes to the way funerals are held and the role technological developments are playing.
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Our Managing Director Jane Duquemin explains the latest rules regarding funerals
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What will funerals look like now we are entering Phase 5?
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A quick update on how Beckfords are currently conducting funerals, whilst following Public Health guidelines, including a new, complimentary service we are now offering.
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Further information on what we are doing at Beckfords Funerals.
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As COVID-19 continues to spread, and in line with recent recommendations from government and health authorities, we have updated our procedures to ensure our services are not unduly affected and importantly, to protect the health of bereaved families, our staff and suppliers.
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There are many war poems that come to mind when we see the red poppies worn leading up to Armistice Day or Remembrance Day on 11th November. Our Chairman, Phil Duquemin shares his thoughts.
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We look at the meaning and history of "Hallelujah," by Leonard Cohen, a song very popular at funerals.
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Find out more about the role of a Hearse Driver and Pall Bearer and more specifically, Dave Bichard, who fulfills both those roles here at Beckfords.
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Choosing the right memorial for a loved one can be a complicated and bewildering process. We hope this article will give you a broader understanding of the possibilities, some of which you may not have thought of.
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If you've ever wondered what music to choose at a funeral, Beckfords Chairman, Phil Duquemin, gives his thoughts.
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Often, the first person you'll speak to when calling Beckford's is Paula, our Funeral Co-ordinator. This is her story.
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Welcome to the newest member of the Beckford's team - Zac Hannis
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An insight in to being a Funeral Director at Beckfords.
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Today is the 65th wedding anniversary of Clem Duquemin, proprietor of Beckfords and he looks both backwards and forwards at the business of funerals.
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Chairman Phil Duquemin has been nominated in the Pride of Guernsey Awards 2017
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Find out the meanings are behind popular funeral flowers and download our guide.
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Supporting a 50’s, 60’s and 70’s dance night at the Wayside Cheer Hotel
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Clem Duquemin celebrates his 90th birthday this week
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Local family explain the benefits of planning their funerals
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