Derbyshire funeral director urges people to 'stop and show respect'

A funeral director in Derbyshire has urged people to ‘show a little kindness’ as the coronavirus pandemic continues to affect services.
By Robert Cumber
Published 8th Feb 2021, 17:40 BST
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Funerals are limited to 30 people during the latest national Covid-19 lockdown, with people who do not live together or share a support bubble expected to maintain social distancing while paying their last respects.

Harold Lilleker & Sons Ltd, the independent family funeral directors based in Hasland, near Chesterfield, has called on members of the public to make it easier for mourners by following a few simple requests.

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A funeral director has urged people to 'stop and show respect' if they see a hearse passingA funeral director has urged people to 'stop and show respect' if they see a hearse passing
A funeral director has urged people to 'stop and show respect' if they see a hearse passing
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“Can we ask that as you see a hearse passing, you stop and show respect – maybe take off your hat and bow your head.

“If in a car please turn the radio down and help us show support to those who have lost.

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“Let’s show a little kindness in these difficult times.”

The appeal has been widely praised on Facebook, where it has been shared more than 130 times.

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