David Bell
1964 to 2023
Cremation Service
Location
Borders Crematorium
Melrose
TD6 9HA
Date & Time
10:00am Fri 3rd Nov 2023
Funeral Service
Location
Beattie's Acorn Chapel
John Beattie & Sons
Weensland Road
Hawick
TD9 9NW
Date & Time
11:15am Fri 3rd Nov 2023
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Wilma wrote
26th Oct 2023
My heart goes out to Doreen and Stuart, and the rest of the family. Words are never enough but just know that you have been in my thoughts throughout this heart-breaking time. Just know that you will get through this and there will come a day when your grief and sadness will turn to memories of the happy times.
Attending a funeral FAQs
What should I wear?
We normally associate wearing black with going to a funeral. But it is increasingly typical for families to express a preferred dress code. Our advice is to look out for information from the family in a notice published either in newspapers, online or in the funeral director window to advise you of their preference.
How long does a service last?
Typically a service in most churches or crematoria lasts around 20-30 minutes. A formal mass may take a little longer and we would expect this to be nearer an hour. Finally, burials can vary in length as they are weather dependent.
Where should I sit?
Family and close friends typically reserve the first couple of rows in a service. We recommend sitting nearer the front than the back of a service space in order to support the family and enabling late arrivals to discreetly fill back rows.
Where should I send flowers?
Often a family will express a preference for flowers - or charity donations in lieu of flowers. We recommend you keep an eye on notices posted in newspapers, or online or in the funeral director window so you are able to follow their wishes.
