Why Memorials Are Crafted from Stone & Not PlasticIn the world of memorial masonry, the selection of materials carries a profound legacy, rich in tradition, significance, and enduring quality. At C.J. Ball & Son Memorials, we appreciate the importance of...
Losing a loved one is never easy, and selecting a headstone to commemorate their life is a significant decision. At C.J. Ball & Son, we understand the importance of choosing the perfect headstone in Barry, South Wales. We are committed to providing excellent value...
When it comes to memorialisation, the terms "headstone," "gravestone," and "tombstone" are often used interchangeably. So much so, they now pretty much mean one and the same across the memorial industry. However, these distinct terms actually refer to different...
Losing a loved one is a deeply emotional experience, and one way to honour their memory is by delivering a heartfelt eulogy during their memorial service, funeral, or celebration of life ceremony. A eulogy is a tribute speech that allows you to share cherished...
The loss of a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences anyone can face, and the process of grieving can be a long and difficult journey. When someone we care about is going through this process, it can be hard to know what to say or do to offer support....
Losing a loved one can be a difficult and emotional process and choosing the right memorial to honour their memory can be just as challenging. At C.J. Ball & Son, we understand the importance of finding the right way to commemorate the life of someone you loved...
Memorials are a crucial part of human experience, as they serve as a tribute to those we have loved and lost. They provide a lasting memory of their lives and the impact they made. There are different types of memorials, including headstones, cremation memorials,...
Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences we can face in life. However, memorialising their legacy can provide comfort and solace during the grieving process. Creating a lasting tribute with an affordable headstone can be a meaningful and practical...
A cemetery or churchyard is so much more than just a final resting place for our loved ones. For some time following a funeral, a loved one’s place of rest may be difficult to visit due to the sorrow and difficulty in coming to terms with the loss, but over time, a...
A recent 2022 Cost of Dying report carried out by life insurance provider SunLife discovered that one in six families across the UK faced significant financial worries over the cost of funerals during the last year. This has driven families to choose cheaper coffins...
As memorial masons in Barry, South Wales, we’re aware of how challenging it can be for someone to choose a memorial for a lost loved one. This is why more and more people are choosing their own memorial in advance - something that we appreciate can be just as...
When people begin to plan a memorial service to honour a lost loved one most tend to fear high costs. They believe that a beautiful service will always cost a small fortune, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Planning a wonderful memorial service that honours the...
Enduring bereavement can feel like an extremely lonely and isolated time for many people. It can be difficult to fathom out any way to gain some sort of comfort - we are all different, and we all gain comfort in times of grief in different ways and within different...
Following a cremation, many people choose to have a loved one’s ashes interred. This is a process that involves the burial of cremation ashes in a permanent location. The interment of ashes is something many families choose to do as it allows loved ones to visit the...