Memorial Christmas tree erected at Lancaster & Morecambe Crematorium to remember lost loved ones

A memorial Christmas tree has been erected at Lancaster & Morecambe Crematorium to commemorate loved ones who have passed away in the area in 2020.
Andrew Taylor from Lancaster & Morecambe Crematorium with the memorial Christmas tree.Andrew Taylor from Lancaster & Morecambe Crematorium with the memorial Christmas tree.
Andrew Taylor from Lancaster & Morecambe Crematorium with the memorial Christmas tree.

During November, families supported by the crematorium over the past year were invited to dedicate a personalised star to their loved ones. The stars have been placed on this year’s Christmas tree as a sign of remembrance.

Due to current restrictions, traditional memorial services are likely to be more challenging than in previous years, but the local crematorium team felt it was important to pay tribute to their community during such a difficult year.

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The 15ft tree is in place outside the main office, in view when walking to the chapel, and, it is hoped once lockdown restrictions ease in December, that the memorial will be accessible for socially distanced visits from family and friends.

The Crematorium & Memorial Group have dedicated a plaque to all those that have shown strength in 2020.The Crematorium & Memorial Group have dedicated a plaque to all those that have shown strength in 2020.
The Crematorium & Memorial Group have dedicated a plaque to all those that have shown strength in 2020.

The crematorium has also unveiled a plaque, situated on the wall near the memorial tree, in recognition of all those who showed strength during the coronavirus pandemic.

The memorial pays tribute to members of the community who have lost loved ones, as well as recognising the work done by essential workers such as carers and NHS employees to protect the most vulnerable during such difficult times.

The local team will also be making a donation to St John’s Hospice. In total, The Crematorium and Memorial Group (CMG) will be donating approximately £23,000 to local charities.

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Susan Newbold from Lancaster & Morecambe Crematorium said: “This year has been immensely challenging for our community and will be particularly hard for those who are recently bereaved.

“With many memorial services and events unable to go ahead, we hope that our memorial Christmas tree offers comfort and reflection for those that have lost loved ones this year.

“Our teams continue to do everything possible to provide families with support at this difficult time, and are committed to ensuring that families are able to arrange a respectful funeral for their loved ones.”

Employees working at CMG, which operates 46 crematoria across England and Scotland, are continuing to provide families with a high-quality service that ensures they can arrange a respectful funeral for their loved ones.

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