A. W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service

27/03/2026

The team were delighted to drop off some Easter Eggs at Gedling Crematorium on behalf of the Centenary foundation.

The eggs will be donated to local care homes and hospices over the Easter period.

27/03/2026

Make a flower bouquet with us!

City Flowers Florist

23/03/2026

Jackie recently took part in a feature for Take a Break’s Fate & Fortune magazine, not something we are usually involved in, but a wonderful chance for Jackie to share some of the extraordinary moments she’s experienced during her 47 years as a funeral director.

From unexplained lights going out as a cortège passes, to animals appearing at the most meaningful moments, to families feeling the presence of a loved one long after the funeral… Jackie has encountered many small, poignant experiences that can’t easily be explained.

These moments have stayed with her and often bring comfort to the families she supports.

✨ It made us think… have you ever experienced something you couldn’t quite account for?

We would love to hear your stories in the comments below.

20/03/2026

Phantom Friday 🖤

We would love to see your photos of the iconic Rolls-Royce Phantom.

Whether it’s a classic model, a modern masterpiece, or simply a moment captured along the way, please share your Phantom photos with us in the comments below 📸

We are always delighted to see these remarkable cars.

16/03/2026

This photo shows Mirian Perrin, husband James, and their children, aged 8 and 11.

James died six months ago, and now Mirian, from Hucknall, is highlighting a national petition calling for changes to Bereavement Support Payment (BSP).

The petition, organised by Widows Fight UK, asks the Government to review the current system and consider longer-term support for families with children.

"James was healthy, hard-working and just 49," Miriam said.

"He didn’t smoke, didn’t drink, and he worked incredibly hard for our family. We had a happy life together."

The couple had been together for 20 years and married for 16 with two children, now aged eight and 11.

In April 2021, James became unwell with no warning and was eventually diagnosed with stage two bile duct cancer.

James underwent a major Whipple operation followed by six months of intensive chemotherapy.

For a time, the family's life returned to normal, but in May 2024, during a routine check-up, the couple were told the cancer had returned and had progressed to stage four.

"I remember saying to the oncologist, 'That can’t be right — he has his lunchbox in the car and is going to work'," Miriam said.

Despite being told he may have around twelve months, James continued working as a project engineering manager and worked up until two weeks before he died.

James had been the family's main earner, and when he died, the household lost around 75 per cent of its income overnight.

Miriam says she was surprised to learn how limited the UK’s bereavement support is for widowed parents.

"I was really shocked when I discovered what the bereavement support actually was," she said.

"I couldn’t believe how little help there is for families with children."

Bereavement Support Payment currently provides just over £9,800 in total, spread across 18 months.

"But the bills don’t stop," she added. "The grief doesn’t stop. Raising children alone doesn’t stop."

By the time the payments end, Miriam’s youngest daughter will still be under ten years old.

She said that the payments are based on National Insurance contributions made by the person who died.

"James worked all his life and paid into the system.

"Like so many parents, he worked hard to provide for his children’s future," Miriam said.

She says the reality for many widowed parents is that savings intended for their children’s future are often used simply to cover everyday living costs.

“James can no longer provide for the children he loved so much.

"The savings he worked so hard for are slowly being used just to keep us going.

“When you’re suddenly parenting alone, your capacity to work changes overnight.

"You still have to be there for your children through their grief."

She believes bereaved children deserve to be recognised within the system.

“Nothing about childhood grief is short-term. Supporting children through it shouldn’t be either.”

Miriam now supports a national petition calling for Bereavement Support Payment to be reviewed and for the needs of bereaved children to be considered more fully.

"We need this debated in Parliament. If people understood how little support bereaved families receive, I think many would want to see changes."

15/03/2026

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15/03/2026

This Mothering Sunday, we take a moment to reflect on the love, care and guidance that mothers and mother figures bring into our lives.

For many, today is a joyful celebration. For others, it may be a quieter day of remembrance, reflection or mixed emotions. Wherever you find yourself, please know our thoughts are with you.

From all of us at A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service, we wish you a gentle and meaningful Mothering Sunday. 💐

13/03/2026

13/03/2026

We love this floral arrangement for the funeral of a cricket fan.

11/03/2026

Today we headed over to Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance to learn more about what goes into building a soapbox for the Nottingham Super Soapbox Challenge in May.

We can’t wait to show you what it looks like in the coming weeks! 🚗✨

09/03/2026

🎉 Huge Congratulations to Nev! 🎉

We’re incredibly proud to announce that Neville Carridice has been crowned our Overall Best Practice of the Month, as voted for by the whole team! 👏

Nev went above and beyond, completing a repatriation to Ireland during severe weather conditions. Despite unexpected challenges, including an unplanned overnight stay, he made sure the family’s wishes were fulfilled with dignity and care.

His dedication, professionalism, and compassion truly shone through.

Nev was presented with a cheque at the staff party as a thank‑you for his outstanding efforts!

Well done, Nev.

09/03/2026

11 vehicles from the Rolls-Royce fleet, gathered from our garages in Nottingham, Derby and Mansfield heading out together for a service further south than normal!
Always proud to see our vehicles looking their best and our teams working seamlessly to support families whenever and wherever we are needed!