Why it's a good choice: One of the most sung hymns at funerals, this is really a prayer to God to stay with him in death as He did with us in life. Henry Francis Lyte, Vicar of Brixham in Devon, had ...

Being laid to rest used to be a solemn affair with music to match. But traditional funeral hymns are making way for cheerier tunes, including the Birdie Song, the Laughing Policeman and even the ...

While grieving the loss of your loved one, music can be a comforting celebratory backdrop for honoring and remembering your friend or family member - whether as part of a formal funeral, a less-formal ...

For decades traditional hymns such as Abide with Me and The Lord Is My Shepherd have been staples at British funerals. But their popularity is waning as more people opt instead for cheerier secular ...

Well-known hymns and poems will mark Baroness Thatcher's funeral on Wednesday, Downing Street has announced. Details of the ceremony have been published, including the hymns I Vow to Thee My Country ...

Soldiers have been preparing the gun carriage that will carry Baroness Thatcher's coffin Well-known hymns and poems will mark Baroness Thatcher's funeral on Wednesday, Downing Street says. Details of ...