Every Farewell is Personal: Why No Two Funerals Should Be the Same.
At Tong & Peryer Funeral Directors, one of the most meaningful things we hear after a service is:“That was just what Mum would have wanted.”“She would have loved this.”“That suited Dad down to a tee.” These words matter because they tell us the farewell truly reflected the life of the person at its heart. Every […]
Direct Cremation or Traditional Funeral – Which Farewell Feels Right?
When we lose someone close, one of the first decisions to face is how best to say goodbye. For some families, that means gathering everyone together for a traditional funeral. For others, it’s choosing a simpler farewell with a direct cremation. Both are respectful options — and the most important thing is finding what feels […]
A Life, A Farewell
A Funeral Director’s Take on Saying Goodbye. “A funeral isn’t about closure. It’s about connection.” Having lived in multiple countries across the world, I’ve learned something simple but powerful: no two goodbyes should ever look the same. Every life is unique — and every farewell deserves to be too. From Egypt, Bali, the UK, America, […]
Debunking 10 Common Myths About Embalming
Embalming dates back thousands of years. It is a process in which blood is drained from the body and replaced with embalming fluid. Used primarily to preserve a body for viewing, embalming allows families to say their final goodbyes to their loved ones. Embalming not only slows decomposition but also enhances the natural appearance of […]
Honoring a Life Through Personalised Celebration
At Tong & peryer Funeral Directors., we understand how profoundly meaningful it is to celebrate the life and legacy of someone you love. Every person’s story is unique—shaped by their passions, milestones, and the small, unforgettable moments that defined their journey. Over the years, we’ve seen how a deeply personal approach to memorials transforms a […]
Supporting a Grieving Friend
How to Truly Support a Grieving Friend When someone we care about loses a loved one, it’s natural to want to ease their pain—to somehow make it better. Grief can feel overwhelming and unpredictable, and for those who witness it in others, it can feel equally daunting to know how to help or what to […]
Our Grief Care Packages
Benefits of a Care Package Losing a loved one is a difficult time for everyone. While trying to deal with stress and emotions that follow grief, many people often find they have very little free time. With much of the focus on mourning a loss and making preparations for the funeral service, it’s common to […]
Should Children Attend A Funeral?
Should You Take A Child to a Funeral? It’s a question many parents quietly wrestle with: Should I take my child to a funeral? You’re not alone in wondering. We often speak with families who are unsure whether it’s appropriate – or even helpful – to bring children along to a funeral service. There are […]
Expanding Compassion: Tong & Peryer’s Commitment to End-of-Life Care
At Tong & Peryer, we have always believed that supporting families through loss is about more than just a funeral. It is about guiding them through life’s most profound transitions with compassion, dignity, and understanding. That is why we are proud to expand our services to include the role of a death doula—an essential support […]
4 Lessons the Changing Seasons Can Teach Us About Grief
By Tong and Peryer Funeral Directors As autumn leaves gently fall outside, we’re reminded how nature reflects the cycles we all experience—life, loss, and healing. At Tong and Peryer, we’ve witnessed how grief, like the seasons, is a natural and ever-changing process. Here are four meaningful lessons the changing seasons can teach us about grief […]