Themed funerals

One way to make a final and memorable statement about your life is to request – and better still, to organise –  your own funeral around a theme.

Don't be shy! You can choose any theme you like. It may be just a question of decorating the coffin around the theme, or you can invite all the participants to join in.

Here are a few ideas that have been used in the past: 

• Football (your favourite club)
• Motorcycling
• Clowns
• Dr Who (coffin in the shape of the TARDIS)
• Vikings

Be sure to find a funeral director who sympathises. Many are perfectly used to themed funerals, and may be able to offer some helpful advice.