Funeral Tributes

Funeral tributes — also known as named or letter tributes — are floral pieces that spell out a relationship or a name in solid blooms, typically displayed at the head of the casket or carried in the hearse. They are among the most personal expressions of grief and love, naming the bond between the deceased and the family member who chose them. Every letter tribute in our collection is composed by hand by our network of trusted local florists across Greater London.

Choosing a Funeral Tribute

The most common letter tributes are MUM, DAD, GRANDAD, NAN and BROTHER or SISTER, but we compose any name, word or short phrase to brief — including short messages such as REST IN PEACE or simply the deceased’s first name. Each letter is built on a foam frame and packed with blooms in a single colour or a coordinated palette so the word reads cleanly from a distance.

The standard letter height is around 9 inches, suitable for transport in the hearse and for placement in chapels of rest. Larger pieces of 12–18 inches are available for graveside services and outdoor venues, where their scale befits the occasion.

Symbolism of the Blooms

• Red Roses: Deep love and lasting devotion — the most chosen for partner and parent tributes.
• White Chrysanthemums: Honour, loyalty and lasting friendship.
• Pink Carnations: A mother’s love and remembrance.
• Mixed Seasonal Blooms: A celebration of a colourful life, often chosen for grandparents and friends.
• Cream Roses with Eucalyptus: Quiet elegance for formal services. For practical guidance on what to expect after a death, the NHS bereavement support page is a useful starting point.

What’s Included

• Hand-built foam frame in the requested word or name
• Packed densely with fresh blooms in a coordinated palette
• Complimentary ribbon and handwritten card
• Timing coordinated directly with your funeral director

Pricing & Lead Time

Letter tributes typically range from £120 for a 3-letter word in standard size to £280+ for longer names or oversized pieces. Letter tributes are time-sensitive — please brief us at least 24 hours before the service when possible. Last-minute orders (same-day) are accepted up to 13:00 across Greater London.

Delivery Across Greater London

Letter tributes must arrive ahead of the cortège and be placed inside the hearse or at the casket before the family arrives. Our network of trusted local florists delivers same-day to every funeral home, crematorium and cemetery across Greater London — including Camden, Westminster, Lambeth and beyond. For an alternative tribute that can sit on a table at home or in the chapel, see our funeral baskets collection, or read our UK funeral flower etiquette guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Last updated: May 2026