Branch News: Walton

Complimentary Christmas Wreaths Given to Clients

This year, Ann McMurray our Branch Arranger in Walton and Sharon Brunn, Relief Arranger made complimentary holly wreaths for our clients to either lay on a grave, or to take home to remember a loved one at this special time of year. District Manager Bill Wilde said, “Ann and Sharon have worked so hard to ensure that our families can have these holly wreaths as a reminder of a loved one that they have lost. They hav...

Lodge Brothers Upgrade to SWYX Telephone System

Lodge Brothers are currently in the process of updating their day-to-day working systems to keep in line with improving technology. Bill Wilde (District Manager), whose staff are receiving training on the new SWYX Telephone System said, “The Directors of the Company constantly strive to improve our technology, which in turn enables the staff to be more efficient. I know from speaking with the Branch Arrangers that ...

Lodge Brothers Walton Welcomes Susan Griffiths to the Team

Ann McMurray (standing) & Susan Griffiths (seated) Lodge Brothers are thrilled to welcome Susan Griffiths, Relief Arranger, to the team, and wish her every success in her training at our Walton branch. Ann McMurray, the Branch Arranger and trainer, is enjoying the task of preparing Susan for her new role. Ann said, “The role of funeral arranger covers everything from running the branch, planning funerals, memor...

Whiteley Village Information Day Supported by odge

On Wednesday 6th November, Whiteley Village held their annual Information Day where local businesses were on hand for the community in the village hall. Lodge Brothers has attended the event for a number of years now, and were represented by Jane Day Cert FAA (District Relief) for the second year in succession. Villagers were able to talk to her about Pre Paid Funeral Planning and Memorials and ask any questions the...

Service of Remembrance at St Peters Church, Hersham

Lodge Brothers Walton & Weybridge held their annual Service of Remembrance at the beginning of November at St Peter’s Church, Hersham. The service is open to anyone wishing to remember lost loved ones. There was a reading of names and the traditional lighting of candles in memory of those that have died. Reverend Martin Fletcher who led the service, thanked Bill Wilde (District Manager) for donating a beautiful...

Remembrance Day Window Display at Walton

To remember those that have given their lives at war, Ann McMurray, the Branch Funeral Arranger at Lodge Brothers Walton wanted to do something different this year for her window display. Our recently appointed Relief Arranger, Susan Griffiths, offered her artistic flair, and designed a magnificent display as shown in the photo. Bill Wilde (District Manager), who himself is retired from the Armed Services, said, “I...

Lodge Brothers Sponsors Whiteley Village Day Summer Fair & Flower Show

Michael Aspel with Bill Wilde, Lodge Brothers District Manager Lodge Brothers were delighted to once again sponsor the Whiteley Village Fayre and Flower Show, which was held on Saturday 20th July. With nearly 80 stalls, and entertainment that included shire horse rides and music to suit every taste, the fayre has become a major feature on Surrey’s calendar. This year celebrity presenter Michael Aspel OBE opened the...

Lodge Brothers Donate Fabulous Water Feature to Whiteley Village Nursing Home

On Thursday 11th July, The Mayor of Elmbridge officially opened the newly refurbished gardens at Whiteley Village Nursing Home in Walton-on-Thames. As part of the project, Lodge Brothers donated a modern water feature and commemorative plaque to mark the occasion. Lodge Brothers District Manager, Bill Wilde, explained, “Lodge Brothers have sponsored and supported Whiteley Village for many years and in many diff...

New Funeral Office

Lodge Brothers have recently opened their new branch in Englefield Green. The new funeral home at 32a St.Judes Road, Englefield Green will be managed by Richard Leachman and Robert Lodge who is the seventh generation descendant of James Lodge who founded Lodge Brothers in 1780.  Experienced Funeral Arranger Susan who is moving from the Lodge Brothers branch in Windsor will assist him. Commenting on why the company h...