59 The words we use about death

59 The words we use about death

Update: 2025-09-17
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What words do we use when describing death, dying and dead? 

Does it matter if we use these words or others? 

Sy and Tina explore this topic. 

Lets us know your thoughts and any colloquialisms you have come across 

Resources  

A guide to talking about death, St Clares Hospice 

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The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast.

Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Please let us have your questions, like , subscribe and share this podcast.
find Simon and his team here www.ottervalleyfunerals.co.uk
find Tina here. www.camomileceremonies.com

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59 The words we use about death

59 The words we use about death

Simon and Tina