Durrant Funeral Services

15/02/2026

I pulled at Daddy's shirt
and said "Come play with me".
Daddy turned and whispered,
"please leave me be".

I walked away and cried
and then laid upon my bed.
I sobbed as I recalled
the fun times in my head.

I waited for my Daddy,
to come and hold me tight,
that's what he used to do
to always make things right.

Daddy never came,
and my crying went unheard,
so I went back to his side
and told him I was scared.

This time when Daddy looked at me,
I saw sorrow in his eyes.
He told me that his Daddy
was now an angel in the skies.

He told me how he missed him
and wished he was still here.
He said he wanted to be alone,
in fact he made it clear.

He turned away from me
and I tugged his shirt again.
I told him I was sorry
and that I understood his pain.

At this my Daddy smiled,
and said "how can you understand?"
I said cos I too had a Daddy
who no longer holds my hand.

I told him that I missed him
and I had memories too,
but my Daddy is still living
and "Daddy, I love you".

Joanne Boyle ~ Heartfelt
and my photograph.

15/02/2026

For the past 6 years, we have had the honour of walking beside families across Rugeley 🤍 and throughout Staffordshire and the West Midlands 🕊️

To every family who has trusted Durrant Funeral Services… thank you. Truly. From the bottom of our hearts. 🙏🏽

Your trust means everything to us.

Every detail in our office has been carefully chosen 🌿
Every chair, every photograph, every quiet corner… created to feel warm, safe and personal, just like the care we promise to give. 🕯️✨

Our commitment has always been simple.
We will listen 👂🤍
We will respect your wishes.
We will make sure everything is in order.

So you can have the space you need to grieve quietly, privately and without worry. 🕊️💙

Rugeley is not just where we work. It is our community. 🏡
Serving families across the West Midlands and Staffordshire is a responsibility we carry with pride and compassion every single day.

If you have ever had a question about funerals, planning, or simply did not know who to ask, please feel free to comment below 💬🤍
We are always here and we will gladly answer.

13/02/2026

A dignified farewell isn’t about how grand it is…
It’s about how personal it feels 🤍🕊️

At Durrant Funeral Services , our role is to truly listen... to hear every wish, every concern, every small detail that matters. Because when a family is facing one of the hardest moments of their lives, they deserve compassion, patience and understanding 🌿

As a small local business 🏡, we are here for our residents and their families...not just to arrange a funeral, but to gently guide, support, and walk beside you every step of the way 🤝🤍

We honour the little things ✨
If you need a celebrant, we arrange one.
If there’s a favourite song 🎶, a special reading 📖, or a personal touch that reflects your loved one’s life... we make sure it’s there.

Those small details matter.
They turn a service into a meaningful goodbye 🕯️
They turn grief into remembrance.
They turn a farewell into something truly personal 🤍

Because every life is unique.
Every story deserves to be told.
And every family deserves to feel supported 🕊️✨

If you need guidance, advice, or immediate support, we are here for you.

📞 Call us: 01889 574593
🌐 Visit us: www.durrantfuneralservices.co.uk
📍 Find us at: 81 Fernwood Drive Rugeley WS15 2PY

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12/02/2026

A beautiful but sad poem

12/02/2026

Often, what others see of our grief is just the tip of the iceberg. Grief can impact us in so many ways, including some of those listed here.
At TCF, all of our support is offered by volunteers who have experienced the devastating loss of a child or sibling. We aim to offer you a space where what's below the tip of the iceberg can be shared and spoken about with those who understand.

12/02/2026

True 🖤

11/02/2026

Applause at a funeral is a growing trend that can be quite polarising. It’s shifting from the traditional quiet moment to a more uplifting "celebration of life" approach, often used to honour the deceased or support the speakers.

While many people see it as a heartfelt, lively, and joyful way to pay tribute, some critics feel it might take the focus away from the person who has passed.

Personally, I believe that encouraging each other with applause and warm welcomes can be a wonderful thing, adding a touch of positivity to difficult moments. It is also a very positive way to collectively show our appreciation to the person who has died.

What are your thoughts?

11/02/2026

11/02/2026

Wow! 😳

Discovered in St Bride’s Church Crypt, London was this rare iron coffin - a 19th century invention designed to stop body snatchers from stealing corpses.

The crypt also contained a medieval charnel house where the bones of over 7,000 Londoners are stacked in neat, geometric patterns.

11/02/2026

Durrant Funeral Services will be there to support the Slitting Mill Victory Hall community day 🎉

📢 Hey YOU! STOP SCROLLING! We have news! 🎉

Something special is happening at Slitting Mill Victory Hall 💚
After months of love, care and hard work from our wonderful board of trustees and the incredible sponsor Biffa Award, history is officially putting on modern clothes ✨

This isn’t just a reopening, it’s a re-awakening!
A place full of memories, laughter, meetings, celebrations and moments that mattered… now refreshed, refurbished and ready for many more 🏡

📣 Expect good news (and great vibes!) announced by Adrian J Basford Rugeley Town Crier
🎶 Live music from local talents Becca Gee Singer, Pete Winwood and Mark Sharp - Singer Songwriter 🎶
🫧 Magic, bubbles and stilt walking with Enchanted Eve
📸 Professional photography by Deer Rugeley
☕🍰 And yes… coffee, prosecco & cake are on us because this time, we’re treating YOU 🥂

Come and see what’s possible when a community comes together and see how tradition meets today.
Come and celebrate a hall that’s truly 🖤

We’re back in business, Rugeley and it wouldn’t be a victory without you.
Let’s celebrate our together 🎊

💛 Past memories. Present pride. Future plans. 🦌

Who's coming?🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏽‍♂️ Let us know in a comment below 👇🏼

11/02/2026