Chapel of Rest
The Griffin Suite
Butterfly Funeral Services chapel of rest, named 'The Griffin Suite', offers a serene and comforting environment for families to gather and honor their loved ones.
This dedicated space is a multi faith chapel, designed with warmth and compassion in mind, providing a peaceful backdrop for reflection and remembrance. With elegant decor and thoughtful amenities, the Griffin Suite ensures that service is personal and meaningful. Families can find solace in this tranquil setting during their time of need.
Why is it called the 'Griffin Suite'?
The Griffin Suite was dedicated to a wonderful friend named Dave, Dave was the first person that we had the privilege to care for at Butterfly Funeral Services in 2020. A keen Barry Sheen fan, we decided to incorporate this into the design of our door plaque in memory of Dave.
The Griffin family had another unfortunate loss in 2021, Dave's Son, Richard. This felt like an appropriate time to have an official opening and dedication ceremony with the Griffin family present. A local lay preacher Janet attended to bless the chapel of rest, formally introducing the Griffin Suite, a spacious homely room to remember loved ones past and present, finding peace and comfort from of our sacred space.
You can find a photo of both of these amazing men displayed on our chapel of rest wall, in pride of place.
Visiting 'The Griffin Suite'
You can bring in any personal items that would make the chapel feel more comforting.
This could be a framed picture to place on the mantle, blankets/duvets, perfume/aftershave and room scents, scented candles, religious artifacts, ornaments, music or anything that you may feel you need or want around your loved one.
What outfit should i supply?
We advise to choose clothing that you are used to seeing your loved one in or that you know is comfortable to them,
This could be their best attire, relaxed everyday outfits or simply their favourite sleepwear. Shoes/slippers are optional.
We do ask for under garments, eyewear, dental and other prosthetics to be supplied if usually worn.
What can i put in the coffin?
This answer varies for different services.
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Can we visit any time?
Absolutely, you can visit any time of any day, all you need to do is give us a call on 0116 269820 to let us know you are coming and we will make sure we are here for you.
Can i visit the chapel of rest, if i am not a family member?
That is usually absolutely fine to do so, but we would need to confirm with the family/person arranging the funeral just in case there are any restrictions on chapel visits.
Can i visit the chapel of rest without actually seeing my loved one in an effort to feel close to them?
You can request for the coffin to be closed or just to come and sit in the chapel without the coffin present. This can help to feel close to your loved one or to allow yourself to have some needed reflection or prayer time.
Can i play music?
Music can really help the visit of your loved one feel very poignant and special it can really help bring you into the moment. We have a smart speaker in the chapel that you can request songs or something for the background such as nature sounds. This can be to the mood in which you feel appropriate, a classical piano sound may be all you need or you can request your loved ones favorite artist or genre of music. If you want to bring in an instrument or your own media source, you can do this too to create the personalised ambiance.