The staff at Cannock Chase are surprisingly cheerful. They have to be—it’s their job to make a bad day a little better. One worker told me they keep a jar of sweets in the office for nervous family members.
Another staff member plays the organ during services. But their secret playlist includes Queen and Elton John. Imagine hearing “Tiny Dancer” as you say goodbye. That’s pure joy in a tough moment.
Even the hearse drivers have a sense of humor. One told me they always take the long way through the forest if the weather’s nice. “Why rush? The view’s free,” he said.
What’s Unique About This Week?
This week happens to fall in mid-autumn. The trees around the crematorium are a riot of orange and gold. It’s like nature dressed up for a final bow.
There’s a memorial service scheduled for a local rugby club legend. Expect a packed chapel and maybe a few rugby shirts worn under suits. That’s how you honor a legend with style.
Another funeral is for a dog lover who requested a photo of her Golden Retriever on the coffin. Yes, you can do that. The crematorium allows personalized decorations. Pet photos, football scarves, even a bottle of whiskey—no request is too odd.
Horizon - Cannock Chase Crematorium
