Today, more people are chosing to be cremated rather than buried. Six in ten people (58% of the population) opt for cremation which means that you will be limited in the choice of memorials you can choose for your loved one.
Tag: Gravestones by Simon Burns-Cox
2019
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Memorial to my Father
Recently, I have found myself making my own father’s memorial which has been a poignant and an emotional experience. My father, Dr Christopher Burns-Cox, died on the 29th June 2018 after a short illness. He is now buried under a simple oak tree near Bristol.
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DESIGN YOUR OWN GRAVESTONE
When it comes to choosing a Gravestone for a loved one, there is an enormous range to choose from but most are manufactured for the mass market. So why not choose a bespoke handcarved Gravestone with a unique design to commemorate the departed? Simon Burns-Cox is a Sculptor and Letter Carver based in Edinburgh, Scotland and makes a wide range of Headstones, Gravestones and Memorials in Stone and Marble.
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Choosing A Headstone
When it comes to choosing a Headstone, there are a few things you will need to consider at this difficult time. Do not try to rush into making a decision immediately. It is better to wait for at least six months to a year or more before you decide on how to commemorate the loved one.