The GFG Blog
2017Sep
Best Burial Ground in the UK 2017
Fran Hall
Sep
26
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Peter Taylor from Heatherley Wood This category could so easily be about the best kept lawn cemetery, or the most attractive natural burial ground, but this year the judges were unanimously persuaded by the passion of the manager who entered for the award in
Gravedigger of the Year 2017
Fran Hall
Sep
25
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The number of entries for this category again was under-representative of the many people who work so hard in this sector. Perhaps this is because of mechanization and use of machinery to prepare the majority of graves and a corresponding perceived lack of craftsmanship and care, but the winner
Celebrant of the Year 2017
Fran Hall
Sep
24
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This category attracted the largest number of nominees and entries, resulting in almost 30 finalists. It is also the one the judges find most daunting to decide, as they know how important it is to be recognised for what can often be a very lonely role. Without exception, all finalists
Minister of the Year 2017
Fran Hall
Sep
23
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Another category with a small number of finalists this year, it appears that clergy are reluctant to put themselves forward for an award, and that their colleagues forget to nominate them.. The two runners up in this category are both dedicated to their work, to the mysticism of their beliefs
Funeral Florist of the Year 2017
Fran Hall
Sep
22
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All finalists in this category showed not only great floristry skills but also an understanding of the sensitivity needed to work with clients who have been bereaved. The importance of having a good working relationship with funeral directors is also paramount, and the judges took this into consideration when
Coffin Supplier of the Year 2017
Fran Hall
Sep
21
1 comment
Another category with just a small number of finalists this year, the coffin supplier of the year choice is very much influenced by the testimonials received from clients. Overwhelming support from many of the businesses supplied by one of the finalists meant that the judges were convinced they had a
Care of the Deceased Award 2017
Fran Hall
Sep
20
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Formerly the Embalmer of the Year award, this category now accommodates all aspects of caring for the dead. With a number of finalists, the judges were impressed with the calibre of care and dedication shown towards all those in their care, and some of the testimonials received demonstrate just
Anatomical Pathology Technician of the Year 2017
Fran Hall
Sep
19
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This category had one of the smaller number of finalists, something that the judges found disappointing because the work carried out by APTs is so important. What goes on behind the mortuary doors is clearly still something of a mystery, but the runner up and winner this year are both
Doula of the Year 2017
Fran Hall
Sep
18
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Introduced for the first time this year, the Doula of the Year category is intended to acknowledge the invaluable work done with people approaching the end of their life by those trained as end of life doulas and soul midwives. End of life doulas are non-medical individuals, who help those
Most Helpful Funeral Advice Website 2017
Fran Hall
Sep
17
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Nelson’s Journey receiving their award This year there were nine contenders for this award, illustrating the growth in useful information available for bereaved people on the internet. The judges decided that, while price comparison sites and information sites about options available for funerals are
