Branch News: Lodge Brothers HQ

PHILLIP HAMMOND OPENS NEW LODGE BRANCH IN ENGLEFIELD GREEN

The RT Hon Phillip Hammond, MP for Runnymead and Weybridge and Secretary of State for Defence was guest of honour on the 27th of April, at the official opening of the new branch of Lodge Brothers, Funeral Directors, in Englefield Green. The occasion also saw the dedication of the Chapel of Rest led by the Reverend Mark Ewbank of St Jude’s United Church, Englefield Green, with a reading by Reverend Tim Hillier, Mi...

New Chairs From The Chair-man

At a recent social function, Anne Jenkinson, Bereavement Office Supervisor at Hillingdon Hospital, commented on the poor state of her waiting room furniture whilst in conversation with our chairman Robert Lodge. Robert generously offered to replace some of the furniture for her. Peter Breslin, District Manager of Hillingdon Funeral Service, the family owned Funeral Directors in Hillingdon, visited the hospital on ...

Tea With The Mayor of Hillingdon

On Friday 30th March, Councillor Mary O’Connor MBE, Mayor of Hillingdon Borough Council, invited representatives of businesses from the borough to join her for Afternoon Tea in her parlour. The invitation came by way of a ‘thank you’ for all their good work in the community. Beverley Lodge and Peter Breslin attended, representing Walding & Son, the family run funeral directors in Uxbridge, in recognition ...

Easter Treats

Superintendent and Registrar of Mortlake Crematorium Natasha Bradshaw, expressed her delight at the huge supply of Easter Eggs that were donated by Paul Bye, Manager of Lodge & Wickenden, the family run funeral directors in Brentford. The eggs were given to the residents of Whitefarm Lodge nursing home, who we’re egg-cited to receive them, in particular Mr Arthur Smith pictured in the front chair who is 101 ...

Local Funeral Directors’ Gets A Makeover

The finishing touches to the total refurbishment of the interior of Lodge Brothers, Chertsey, the 7th generation family owned Funeral Directors has now been completed. The premises in 7 Windsor Street, have been completely redesigned to provide a comforting and informal ambience for clients and visitors. Manager Richard Leachman said “We are delighted with our interior makeover which has totally transformed the p...

St. Patrick’s Day

Barnes & Sons and E A Langley, Funeral Directors in Shepherds Bush and Paddington, showed their support for St Patricks Day last weekend by displaying the Irish Flag in their windows. St Patrick's Day is commonly recognised as the day Christianity was introduced to Ireland and this was reflected through the local church services held during last weekend. Paul Bye, Manager of both funeral homes said, "we were plea...

E A Langley Memorials To The Rescue

E A Langley were pleased to come to the aid of new Parish Minister Father Colin Amos from St Augustine’s Church Kilburn and assist in moving a large marble step to the altar to enable easier access during Mass. The Church known as the “Cathedral of North London” has a proud tradition of serving the vibrant and diverse community since 1880. Father Amos said “Ben and Craig from E A Langley Memorials, are a cre...

Lodge Brothers Host Service of Dedication In Windsor

On Thursday 15th March 2012, The Worshipful Mayor of Windsor & Maidenhead, Councillor Asghar Majeed, together with local clergy and associated professionals, will attend the official re-opening of Lodge Brothers, Windsor. The Opening Ceremony will include a Service of Dedication of the Chapel Of Rest, which will be lead by Rev Ainsley Swift, Priest in Charge, New Windsor Team Ministry, Father Richard Moroney ...

Money Raised On Behalf Of Ashford Stroke Club

Manager of Lodge Brothers Funeral Directors in Ashford, Richard Leachman presents a cheque for £340 to the Ashford Stroke Klub, based in Chaucer Ward at the local hospital. The money was raised at the pre-Christmas event, 'Ashford on the Map'. Seen here gratefully receiving the cheque is Lynn English, chair of ASK, several fellow workers and members of the club who receive care and support through the work of the ...

Official Opening of Hillingdon Funeral Service

On Thursday 9th February 2012, Her Worshipful the Mayor of Hillingon, Councillor Mary O’Connor MBE, together with local clergy and associated professionals, attended the official re-opening of the refurbished premises of the Hillingdon Funeral Service. Beverley Lodge, a Director of Lodge Brothers, who are the owners of Hillingdon Funeral Service, opened the proceedings by welcoming the Mayor and guests, who includ...