Funeral, Memorials
and Ministry to the Dying

“I believe that I shall see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait for the Lord; be strong and he shall comfort your heart; wait patiently for the Lord.”

Psalm 27.13,14

Peace at Last

Our churches take seriously the pastoral care of the dying and the bereaved. We work closely with undertakers to offer dignified and personalised Christian funeral services. For families who want a church funeral we kindly ask that your undertaker approaches the parish office first to discuss availability. Once initial arrangements have been made a member of the ministry team (clergy or lay reader) will reach out meet up. Galmpton, Malborough and Salcombe Churches are available for funerals but the Hope Cove church is too small.

The churches do have limited space for burials in which local residents are given priority. These include full burial at Galmpton churchyard, and cremated remains at St Clements Hope Cove and Salcombe. Malborough churchyard is now closed but we can add cremated remains to existing family plots. Civic cemeteries are located at Malborough next to the church, and Bonfire Hill, Salcombe.

“Go forth from this world: in the love of God the Father who created you, in the mercy of Jesus Christ who redeemed you, in the power of the Holy Spirit who strengthens you. May the heavenly host sustain you and the company of heaven enfold you. In communion with all the faithful, may you dwell this day in peace.”

— Funeral Service

Our Services

  • Ministry at the time of death

    Please let us know if you want the clergy or a lay pastoral visitor to come and say prayers near or after the time of death. We can bring Holy Communion, hear confessions, anoint with holy oil, as well as offer pastoral care and counsel.

  • Funeral Service

    Our churches can organise a funeral service for you with readings, prayers, tributes and music. We also welcome other requests such clergy accompanying mourners to a crematorium or for Requiem Masses.

  • Memorial Services

    We can work with families to put on memorial services at a later date or special anniversary services tailored to meet your needs. Please contact the parish office directly for this.