Ilford Sprays & Sheaves

At Flowers Ilford, we craft elegant sprays and sheaves with compassion, artistry, and a deep knowledge of flowers. Based right in Ilford near local landmarks like Exchange Ilford and Valentines Park, our seasoned florists understand the importance of creating fitting floral tributes for your loved ones.

Our hand-tied sheaves and classic sprays are thoughtfully designed with fresh seasonal blooms. Whether you're saying farewell at the City of London Cemetery, or sending comfort to a family on Cranbrook Road, every arrangement is assembled with care and local expertise.

Our commitment as your neighbourhood Ilford florist extends across nearby areas such as Seven Kings, Goodmayes, and Barking, ensuring families across East London have access to flower tributes delivered with sensitivity and reliability.

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We believe in supporting our local community with trusted service and heartfelt arrangements. When you choose Flowers Ilford, you’re choosing excellence backed by years of experience. Order your sprays and sheaves online, and let us help you express your sentiments beautifully, whenever it matters most.

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SPRAYS/SHEAVES
Set against a clean white background, this long, tapering funeral spray feels like a gentle path of colour, carefully shaped for a final farewell. The arrangement begins at a higher point on the left with a structured cluster of upright green stems, one broad leaf artfully wrapped around them to create a modern, architectural accent. From there, the flowers sweep downward in a smooth diagonal line, narrowing towards the right, a silhouette often chosen for casket sprays and presentation tributes. Deep red velvety roses, at various stages of bloom from tightly furled to fully open, form the emotional centre of the design. They are interwoven with red gerbera daisies, their bold faces and dark eyes adding character, and soft, ruffled red carnations that fill every gap with warmth and texture. Threaded between these crimson tones are clusters of fresh lime green chrysanthemum pompon blooms, their small spherical heads catching the light and offering a bright, almost luminous contrast. Small, delicate white filler flowers are scattered through the design like quiet whispers of comfort, easing the transition between the strong reds and greens. The flowers rest on a bed of foliage that feels both lush and controlled: glossy dark leaves, airy fern fronds, and other textured greens that extend gently around the edges. At the lower right, long, blade-like leaves fan out gracefully, reinforcing the arrangement's elongated, flowing line. Created by local florists serving the Ilford community, this spray would sit beautifully at a funeral service, memorial in a family home, or farewell gathering, carrying a message of love, respect, and dignified remembrance for someone deeply missed.
FAITHFUL GUARDIAN SPRAY
£75.00
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FLORIST CHOICE SPRAY
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY SPRAY £100
£100.00
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FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY SPRAY £200
£200.00
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A refined funeral sheaf of white lilies and lisianthus is shown on a clean white backdrop, its elongated shape drifting diagonally like a soft, green-and-ivory brushstroke. The spray is fuller and more rounded toward the upper left, where the stems gather in a quiet knot, then tapers towards the lower right, suggesting a natural flow of farewell, as if laid gently beside a casket or memorial portrait. Dominating the composition are several oriental lilies in pure white, some fully open with star-shaped blooms and gently ruffled edges, others held in poised buds just beginning to separate at the tips. Their smooth, almost waxy petals catch the light and suggest a subtle fragrance-fresh, clean, and soothing. Around them, clusters of eustoma blossoms weave in and out, smaller and more intricate, their white petals finely traced with lavender or light purple along the edges and veins. These touches of colour feel like a soft echo of twilight over Cranbrook Road or a quiet evening near Ilford's gardens. Numerous tight buds, both from lilies and lisianthus, lend depth and a sense of quiet potential. The foliage is abundant and intentionally arranged: deep green leaves form the solid base, while others are artfully rolled, folded, and layered to create modern, architectural shapes. Long, arching palm fronds and slender spears of greenery extend from the sides, especially to the right, adding a sense of reach and gentle movement. The overall mood is contemplative and respectful, an elegant sympathy arrangement that could be delivered to a church, chapel of rest, or family home in Ilford to honour a life with grace and understated beauty.
SERENITY SPRAY
£75.00
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A richly detailed red funeral spray is shown on a clean white background, its form sweeping from a generous, full top left into a slender, tapering point at the lower right. The overall shape is that of a cascading teardrop, a traditional style often chosen for casket tops or to rest beside a coffin in an Ilford chapel of rest. Deep red roses dominate the arrangement, their velvety petals unfurling into perfect, rounded blooms that seem to hold both sorrow and enduring affection. Threaded throughout are smaller red spray carnations, their ruffled, fringed petals adding a lively texture and subtle variation in tone, from dark wine red to warmer scarlet. A rich mantle of foliage surrounds and supports the flowers. Dark green leaves provide a substantial, almost protective base, cradling the blooms, while clusters of soft, silvery-green eucalyptus leaves introduce a gentle, misty contrast, reminiscent of a quiet morning walk through nearby Valentines Park. From the lower edge, fine, trailing greenery extends outward and downward, creating a flowing line that guides the eye and suggests a final, graceful farewell. The lighting is even and soft, allowing the interplay of matte foliage and velvety petals to show without harsh shadows. This carefully composed sympathy spray feels both traditional and personal, the sort of design a family in Ilford might select when they want their last flowers to speak of respect, devotion, and cherished memories. Thoughtfully crafted, it conveys a sense of calm dignity, suitable for funeral services and memorial gatherings across the local community.
DEEP AFFECTION CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
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FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY SPRAY £300
£300.00
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Set against a crisp white backdrop, this elongated funeral sheaf appears almost to float, its colours and flowing lines creating a calm, reverent presence that would suit a service in Ilford, from quiet chapels off Cranbrook Road to gatherings near South Park. The design begins with neatly bound stems at the top left, then gently cascades downwards to the right in a soft teardrop curve, echoing the natural motion of a farewell gesture. Dominating the centre are generous Stargazer lilies, their wide petals glowing in shades of fuchsia and deep pink, edged with clean white and sprinkled with burgundy freckles. Some blooms are fully open, others still in bud, adding a sense of time and continuity. Around them, vivid magenta gerbera daisies bring a note of affectionate brightness, while creamy white roses, mostly in bud, lend a sense of composure and respect. Fluffy white carnations soften the arrangement, their layered petals creating a comforting, textile-like texture. Tiny white daisy-like filler flowers are woven between the larger blooms, adding lightness and subtle detail. The foliage is abundant and carefully arranged, with broad glossy leaves giving structure and a deep green backdrop, while fine fern fronds and light, grass-like blades stretch downward and outward, accentuating the sheaf's elongated form. The overall palette of strong pinks, clean whites, and rich greens feels both solemn and hopeful, like a quiet message of remembrance. Crafted with the practiced hands of a local Ilford florist, this sympathy spray would sit beautifully beside a casket or at the front of a memorial, expressing love, gratitude, and support without a single word.
SPECIAL THOUGHTS SPRAY
£75.00
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Displayed on a stark white background, this elongated teardrop funeral spray draws the eye first to its soft, romantic colours: gentle pink roses in varying shades and crisp white carnations woven together in a seamless, flowing design. The arrangement is fuller at the top, where clusters of roses sit shoulder to shoulder, some with tight, promising buds and others open wide to reveal delicate spirals of petals. Interspersed between them, the carnations bring a cloud-like softness, their ruffled heads creating a pleasing contrast to the smooth rose petals. A base of lush green foliage supports the flowers; broad, dark green leaves provide a strong, structured outline, while rounded eucalyptus leaves in a muted silvery tone add depth and a sense of calm. From the narrower, pointed end of the spray, fine trailing greenery extends outward, giving the piece a gentle cascading motion, as if the flowers were slowly drifting downward in a quiet farewell. The overall impression is one of tranquillity and careful craftsmanship, like something a thoughtful local florist might prepare for a funeral or memorial service at a chapel in Ilford or near Seven Kings. Every blossom appears fresh and intentional, placed to convey sympathy, respect, and lasting affection. This is the sort of floral tribute that would rest gracefully on a casket or stand beside a photograph of a loved one, offering a soothing presence and a subtle fragrance, reminding grieving families that even in loss there can be beauty, softness, and the reassurance of a life remembered with love.
IN YOUR HONOUR CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
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A refined sympathy spray in white and green stretches diagonally across a white backdrop, composed with the gentle precision of an experienced Ilford florist preparing flowers for a chapel near Ilford Lane or a quiet service by Valentines Park. The arrangement is designed to be viewed from the front, building from a lush, rounded cluster of blooms towards a softly pointed tip. Dominating the centre, stately white Oriental lilies open like luminous trumpets, their broad petals curling slightly at the tips and revealing delicate yellow-green stamens dusted with pollen. Some lilies remain as poised buds, adding height and a sense of unfolding time. Interwoven with them are creamy white roses, some tightly furled, others partway open so that their layered petals form romantic, spiralling hearts. White carnations bring their familiar, finely frilled texture, while white daisy-like Gerberas with subtle ivory or pale yellow centres lift the mood with their simple, clear faces. Here and there, tiny white filler flowers shimmer between the larger blossoms, giving an impression of soft mist or breath drifting through the design. A rich structure of greenery holds everything together: gleaming dark leaves frame the flowers, airy fern fronds lend a natural, woodland grace, and silvery-green eucalyptus discs offer both visual contrast and an imagined cool fragrance. Long, ribbon-like leaves are folded and gathered artfully at the top, providing a tailored, contemporary line. From the lower right, slender palm fronds sweep out in a graceful arc, creating an elongated, asymmetrical outline that feels both modern and timeless. The overall palette of white and green conveys deep respect, purity, and quiet solace, suitable for a funeral, memorial, or graveside tribute delivered with care across the Ilford community.
SIMPLICITY SPRAY
£75.00
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Against a crisp white backdrop, this floral arrangement forms a gentle diagonal cascade reminiscent of Ilford's own gentle rhythms. The centerpiece is a gathering of pure white lilies, some unfurling their petals to reveal luminous yellow stamens, others holding their secrets tightly closed. Interwoven are velvety pink roses, shades deepening from blush to rich fuchsia, their unfolding petals suggesting cherished memories and lasting affection. White spray carnations, with their finely ruffled edges, soften the composition and reflect an air of peace. Bright, spherical button chrysanthemums in vibrant lime green provide a modern pop of color, their playful texture catching both the eye and the light-echoing the lush new growth found in South Park after rainfall. Accents of scarlet red hypericum berries peek from between the blooms, offering subtle vibrancy against the profusion of foliage. The greens are abundant, with glossy, dark folded aspidistra leaves lending formality and structural lines, and delicate wisps of palm and other fronds tumbling downward in a softened sweep. As the arrangement flows, it evokes both dignity and compassion, making it a thoughtful choice for funerals, memorials, or any occasion requiring sensitivity and beauty. There's a tangible sense of tranquility and quiet strength throughout-a floral composition that brings comfort, designed with the skill and local touch of an Ilford florist who knows how to blend tradition with a nod to the community's thriving green spaces.
FOREVER ADMIRED SPRAY
£75.00
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An elegant, cascading sheaf spray fills the frame against a stark white backdrop, its lines flowing diagonally from the upper left corner to the lower right in a poised, asymmetrical arc. At the heart of the design are numerous fully opened roses, their petals lush and layered. Roughly half are a rich, sapphire blue, saturated and velvety, while the others are creamy white and ivory, offering a gentle, luminous counterpoint. The interplay of blue and white feels contemplative, like a quiet moment by the River Roding near Ilford after a service, where memories settle softly. Threaded between the roses, delicate white baby's breath introduces a fine, lace-like texture, filling small gaps and softening the transitions between blooms. A bed of deep green foliage underpins the spray, with broad, glossy leaves creating a solid foundation and feathery ferns lifting from the top left, adding movement and lightness. From the lower right, long, dark green palm fronds curve and trail outward, giving the arrangement its distinctive teardrop shape and a sense of gentle downward motion, as though bowing in respect. Touches of bluish-green, eucalyptus-style sprigs peep through the roses, offering cooler tones and rounded leaves that contrast with the sharper palm lines. Bands of folded or coiled striped green and cream foliage weave across the design, providing a modern, structured accent within the natural abundance. The overall impression is of a carefully crafted sympathy spray, suited to funerals, celebrations of life, or memorial gatherings around Ilford, expressing solemnity, dignity, and a quiet hope through its serene blue and white colour palette.
GENTLE THOUGHTS SPRAY
£90.00
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Set against a pristine white background, this elongated sympathy spray appears almost to float, its elegant form curving gently from a fuller left side to a more slender, trailing tip on the right. The composition is dominated by rich, deep red roses, each one with tightly layered petals that suggest feelings too deep for words, and they rise thoughtfully from a bed of crisp white carnations. The carnations, with their finely frilled petals, introduce a soft, feathery texture that seems to cradle the roses, much as cherished memories cradle grief. A lush foundation of foliage supports the blooms and gives the arrangement a natural, grounded presence, as though it were prepared by a local Ilford florist for a quiet farewell at the crematorium or a service near Cranbrook Road. Broad, polished dark-green leaves form the structure, while muted eucalyptus leaves, in silvery-green tones, thread through the design and lighten the overall palette. From the right, tendrils of slender greenery arc forward in a gentle cascade, lending a sense of direction and a subtle movement that feels almost like a procession. The careful balance between the formal, composed shape and the organic lines of the foliage creates an arrangement that feels both respectful and deeply personal. This traditional red-and-white funeral spray is particularly suited for casket adornment or to rest beside a photograph or urn, offering families in and around Ilford a refined floral expression of farewell, remembrance, and enduring affection.
FOREVER BELOVED CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
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Set against a spotless white background, this striking funeral spray stretches diagonally like a quiet farewell, crafted from rich red roses and lush greenery. The roses are the soul of the piece: some still held in tight buds, others half open, and a few fully unfurled with velvety petals that spiral towards the centre, creating a deep, romantic red that speaks of enduring love. Threaded through the line of roses are clusters of small coral-pink Hypericum berries, each one smooth and rounded, introducing a lighter, almost blush tone that softens the intensity of the red and adds a gentle shimmer of texture. The flowers are cradled within a generous collar of deep green foliage, with broad, glossy leaves forming a secure base and more slender greens woven among the stems for fullness and depth. Fine, airy palm fronds lift from the lower right edge, their feathery lines echoing the natural flow of the arrangement and helping to shape the elongated, slightly tapered silhouette. At the top left, the stems are gathered with precision and wrapped in a wide band of folded green leaf, giving the design a polished, professional finish that feels appropriate for a formal service. The overall mood is one of quiet dignity and heartfelt sympathy, ideal for a funeral or crematorium service in Ilford, perhaps at a ceremony near Barkingside or close to the green spaces around South Park. Every element of the spray suggests a final gesture of gratitude, remembrance, and respect, lovingly composed by a local florist who understands the tenderness of saying goodbye.
EVERLASTING LIGHT SPRAY
£75.00
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A refined white funeral spray is arranged in a sweeping crescent that stretches diagonally over a spotless white background, starting full and rounded at the top left and narrowing to a delicate point at the bottom right. At its heart, numerous white and cream roses dominate, their petals unfurling in layered spirals from tight buds to fully opened blooms that appear almost luminous against the greenery. Between these classic roses, soft white carnations fill the spaces with frilled, cushiony textures, giving the spray a deeply plush and comforting appearance. The flowers rise from a bed of rich foliage: smooth, muted eucalyptus leaves curve gently around the blooms, while darker, glossy greens and fine, arching ruscus sprigs extend outward and trail down, enhancing the sense of movement and grace. The composition is calm and uncluttered, with subtle shadows that hint at the three-dimensional depth of each stem. This is the kind of arrangement a caring Ilford florist might create for a service at a local chapel or crematorium, offering a quiet yet eloquent expression of condolence. It feels respectful and composed, much like a tranquil corner of South Park on a still day, designed to honour a cherished life with purity and elegance. The white and green harmonies speak of peace, remembrance, and gentle support for grieving families, suitable for same-day delivery across Ilford and nearby neighbourhoods when a thoughtful, dignified floral tribute is needed.
DIVINE GRACE CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
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A refined sympathy spray of yellow roses and red berries is photographed on a bright white background, the simplicity of the setting highlighting every contour of the flowers and foliage. The design stretches in a gentle diagonal from the top left down to the lower right, echoing the line of a casket or the edge of a memorial table in an Ilford chapel. At the core of the piece, a generous cluster of vivid yellow roses forms the main focal point, each bloom at a different stage of opening: some are tight buds, promising colour, while others have opened into full, layered rosettes that look soft and velvety to the touch. Their golden-yellow hue feels warm and comforting, like a shaft of afternoon light across Cranbrook Road. Threaded among the roses are sprays of small, round, bright red berries, reminiscent of Hypericum, creating a striking contrast in both colour and texture. These berries glisten gently, adding depth and a subtle sense of movement. The entire arrangement rests on a bed of structured greenery, with broad, deep green leaves folded and wrapped at the top left to form a strong, architectural base where the stems are bound. From the lower right, long, slender fronds with narrow, pointed leaflets extend outward, introducing a graceful, sweeping line that gives the spray an elegant, flowing silhouette. The soft, even lighting picks up the shine on each leaf and the delicate edges of the rose petals. This carefully crafted floral tribute, rich in texture and gentle colour, feels both dignified and consoling, suitable for honouring a loved one at a funeral, memorial service, or burial within the Ilford community.
HEAVEN'S LIGHT SPRAY
£70.00
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Set against a clean white backdrop, this elegant funeral spray stretches diagonally like a soft sigh, full at the top and tapering delicately toward the lower right. The heart of the design is a profusion of blush and light pink roses, some just beginning to unfurl, others fully open with velvety spirals of petals that seem to cradle the light. Interwoven among them are pale peach-pink carnations, their finely ruffled petals creating a gentle, cushiony texture that fills every gap so no space feels empty or unattended. The blossoms sit upon a bed of rich, dark green foliage, broad leaves forming a solid, reassuring base while more slender stems and tendrils of greenery extend outward, softening the edges and enhancing the teardrop silhouette. The overall effect is one of softness and dignity, the pastel palette reminiscent of early morning skies over Ilford on a quiet day by the River Roding. Though the image is still, you can almost sense the freshness of the flowers, as if they were just arranged by a careful pair of hands in a local Ilford flower shop and prepared for same-day delivery to a chapel, family home, or funeral service. The composition speaks of gentle remembrance and steady support, a floral tribute that conveys compassion, gratitude, and a loving farewell for someone deeply cherished within the community.
COMPASSIONATE FEELING CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
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PINK ROSES
PINK ROSES SERVICE ARRANGEMENT
£90.00
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An elongated red funeral spray lies visually against a pristine white backdrop, crafted with the kind of care you might expect from a trusted Ilford florist preparing flowers for a final tribute. The composition flows from a full, rounded centre into softly tapered ends, creating a gentle teardrop effect that feels both strong and tender. Deep red roses provide the emotional anchor, their velvety petals layered in spirals, some still in bud and others fully unfurled to reveal their classic, romantic hearts. Nestled amongst them are rich red carnations, their densely ruffled heads adding volume and softness, while red gerbera daisies introduce bolder, flat discs of colour, their darker centres suggesting quiet depth and reflection. Scattered through the crimson tones, tiny clusters of white filler flowers appear like small breaths of light, easing the intensity and giving the eye places to rest. A glossy red satin ribbon, looped into a generous bow near the top, sends long tails drifting diagonally through the design, echoing the line of the spray and reinforcing the strong red theme. Around this core, lush green foliage forms a flowing frame: long palm leaves radiate outward in graceful arcs, supported by darker, more compact greenery and fine fern-like fronds that add texture and movement. The lighting is clear and even, making each bloom appear freshly arranged, as if ready for same-day delivery to a chapel or crematorium in Ilford, perhaps near Seven Kings or along the High Road. This dignified red spray feels like a heartfelt, formal farewell, ideal for expressing enduring love and respect.
ALWAYS IN MY HEART CASKET SPRAY
£120.00
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SINCERITY SPRAY
SINCERITY SPRAY
£70.00
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A large, graceful funeral spray lies against a crisp white background, its shape widening at one end and gently narrowing at the other, evoking a sense of peaceful flow and quiet transition. At its heart, rich red stargazer lilies open dramatically, their star-shaped blooms patterned with darker speckles and edged in soft cream, bringing strength and depth to the design. Around them, layers of white, ivory, and blush pink roses, from tight buds to fully unfurled blooms, create a tender frame, like cherished memories gathered closely together. Pale pink carnations with softly ruffled petals nestle between small white daisy-like flowers, adding volume and a comforting softness that would feel at home in a reflective Ilford memorial service. Among the warm tones, cool blue-purple thistles and clusters of tiny lavender-blue filler blossoms provide textural contrast, their spiky and airy forms catching the light and suggesting calm resilience. Abundant greenery in deep shades of forest and moss green stretches out from the centre, with broad leaves and airy, fern-like sprigs softening the edges and guiding the eye along the spray's elongated line. The composition feels both traditional and gently contemporary, a tribute that could rest atop a coffin or stand beside a framed photograph in a local Ilford chapel or funeral home. Under even studio lighting, each petal and leaf appears fresh and dewy, as though the arrangement has just been finished by a caring local florist and prepared for same-day delivery to a family in need of a quiet, beautiful expression of sympathy.
CARING THOUGHTS CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
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Set against a bright white backdrop, this hand-crafted funeral spray stretches diagonally across the image, full at the upper left and tapering gently downwards, like a floral sigh of farewell. The arrangement is opulent yet composed, built around a palette of blush pink, vivid fuchsia, rich magenta, soft purples and crisp white, all supported by a carpet of green foliage. Several large gerbera daisies are immediately noticeable, their wide, flat petals layered in circles of soft pink and more intense fuchsia tones, bringing a sense of warmth and personality to the tribute. They are surrounded by elegant pink roses, their tight, spiralling centres unfurling with quiet grace, reminiscent of classic sympathy flowers often seen at services around Ilford Lane and the surrounding community. Between these stars of the design, you can see clusters of fluffy white blooms, likely petite carnations or mini chrysanthemums, that add both volume and a gentle, cloud-like texture. Fine sprays of tiny white daisy-style flowers dance lightly between the larger heads, introducing a touch of countryside charm that feels at home near the green spaces of Valentines Park. Scattered bright red hypericum berries punctuate the softer colours, giving the eye small points of interest and a suggestion of ripened fruit. The foliage is varied and abundant, with shiny dark green leaves providing structure, soft ferns creating feathery edges, and rounded eucalyptus leaves in dusty silver-green adding a modern, soothing note. Long, dark green palm leaves trail outward at the lower right, emphasising the cascading movement. At the upper left, you can glimpse the neatly gathered stems, testimony to the florist's careful, respectful work. This spray feels perfectly suited for a farewell gathering in Ilford, offering comfort and honour in equal measure.
LIGHT IN YOUR HONOUR SPRAY
£75.00
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ETERNAL REST SPRAY
ETERNAL REST SPRAY
£70.00
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YELLOW ROSES
YELLOW ROSES SERVICE ARRANGEMENT
£90.00
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