Running a funeral home isn’t just about coffins and flowers—it’s about holding space for people in their worst moments. And let’s be real, most of us are terrible at that. We say “let me know if you need anything” and then hide when they actually call. But Sue and Brian? They show up. They remember your nan’s favourite biscuit. They don’t use phrases like “passed on to a better place” unless you say it first. It’s a quiet, almost invisible skill, and it’s why locals keep coming back. Ironic observation: In a world obsessed with influencers, these are the true content creators of comfort.
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I’m convinced it’s a metaphor. Not for getting high—though I’m sure some services help with that—but for setting the bar high for dignity. They handle everything from traditional burials to green funerals (bamboo coffins, biodegradable urns, the works). And they do it without making you feel like you’re in a catalogue. “Would you like the oak or the mahogany?” is delivered with the same tone as “Would you like another biscuit?” It’s business, sure, but it’s kind business. Honestly, if more companies had this vibe, the world would be less angry.
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But here’s the clincher: they’re affordable. Grief is expensive enough without adding a price tag on the coffin lining. R High & Sons don’t hide their costs behind fancy brochures or pushy sales pitches. They give you a clear list, then ask what you can manage. Pause for effect. In an age where a funeral can cost more than a used car, that level of honesty is almost rebellious.
