Funeral Crosses Liverpool

The Symbolism of Funeral Crosses

The cross stands as the most powerful symbol in Christianity, representing Christ's crucifixion and triumphant resurrection, making it particularly appropriate for Christian funerals and memorial services. When crafted in flowers, funeral crosses express faith that death is not the end but rather a transition to eternal life, offering profound comfort to bereaved families who share these beliefs. The phrase "In Hoc Signo Vinces" (In this sign may you conquer), historically associated with crosses, refers not only to the Crucifixion but also to Christ's Resurrection and the promise of victory over death.​

Funeral crosses hold particular significance for Catholic families in Liverpool, where Roman Catholic burial traditions have deep historical roots dating back to the early 19th century. Churches such as St Patrick's in Toxteth display extensive Catholic iconography including crosses, reflecting the strong Irish Catholic heritage throughout Merseyside. These traditions continue today through funeral flowers that express faith visibly and beautifully during memorial services.​

Types of Funeral Crosses

Traditional Standing Crosses

Traditional funeral crosses feature flowers arranged on frames that stand upright on easels, creating striking vertical displays suitable for church altars, crematorium chapels, or positioning near coffins. These substantial arrangements typically incorporate white lilies representing purity and resurrection, white roses symbolising reverence, and lush greenery providing structure and depth. Standing crosses prove particularly appropriate for church services at venues like Liverpool's magnificent Anglican Cathedral or the distinctive circular Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, where their vertical design complements sacred architecture.​

Celtic Crosses

Celtic crosses combine Christian symbolism with distinctive circular rings at the intersection of the vertical and horizontal arms, symbolising the unity of heaven and earth and the eternal nature of God's love. These designs hold particular resonance in Liverpool, given the city's strong Irish heritage and the historical presence of Celtic-style monuments in local cemeteries. Celtic revival art became extremely popular during the 19th and 20th centuries, evident on many memorials throughout Liverpool's grand Victorian cemeterie,s including the elaborate Celtic cross marking Samuel Robert Graves' grave in Toxteth Cemetery.​

Open Cross Designs

Open or hollow crosses feature flowers arranged around the cross's perimeter, creating elegant silhouettes that emphasise the cross's sacred geometry. These contemporary designs allow light to pass through, symbolising hope, resurrection, and the illuminating power of faith. Open crosses work beautifully in modern crematorium chapels or contemporary celebration of life services where families prefer less traditional aesthetic approaches.​

Solid Cross Tributes

Solid funeral crosses feature densely packed flowers across the entire cross, creating substantial three-dimensional tributes that showcase exceptional florist craftsmanship. These impressive arrangements require considerable skill to construct, with florists building internal frameworks before carefully attaching flowers to achieve uniform coverage from all viewing angles. Solid crosses suit traditional Catholic and Anglican funerals, where formal, substantial tributes best express the solemnity of the occasion.​

Flower Selection and Meaning

Lilies for Resurrection

White lilies reign supreme in funeral cross arrangements, their association with resurrection, purity, and restored innocence making them theologically appropriate for Christian services. Oriental lilies represent majesty and the soul's return to innocence, whilst Easter lilies specifically symbolise Christ's resurrection and the hope of eternal life. Their elegant trumpet shapes and heavenly fragrance add spiritual dimension to cross tributes.​

Roses for Devotion

White roses express reverence, humility, and respect, making them ideal for religious funeral tributes. Red roses can symbolise Christ's sacrifice and martyrdom within the context of funeral crosses, whilst pink roses convey grace and gentle remembrance. The rose's layered petals represent the complexity of faith and the unfolding journey toward understanding divine love.​

Chrysanthemums for Eternal Life

White chrysanthemums symbolise faith, loyalty, and comfort, their hardy nature ensuring crosses remain beautiful throughout extended services. In Christian contexts, chrysanthemums represent the soul's journey toward eternal rest and the promise of resurrection.​

Who Can Send Funeral Crosses?

Funeral crosses are typically sent by close family members, particularly those wishing to emphasise the deceased's Christian faith and religious devotion. Catholic and Anglican families often choose crosses as primary tributes, positioning them prominently near the altar or coffin during church services. Religious organisations, church congregations, and faith-based groups frequently send crosses to honour fellow believers, representing collective prayers and spiritual support.​

Crosses prove particularly appropriate when the deceased held strong Christian beliefs, served the church in ministry or lay leadership, or requested religious funeral services. They're especially meaningful for services held in Liverpool's historic churches, including the Church of Our Lady and Saint Nicholas, Holy Trinity Church in Wavertree, and countless parish churches across the city, where crosses complement sacred settings.​

Sizes and Styles

Funeral crosses range from modest 14-inch tributes suitable for intimate chapel services to impressive 30-inch or larger displays that command attention in grand cathedrals. Standard crosses measuring 18-24 inches suit most church and crematorium services, providing a meaningful presence without overwhelming smaller venues.​

At Fishlocks Liverpool florist, we offer both traditional symmetrical crosses with equal-length arms and proportional Latin crosses with extended vertical arms, each carrying distinct theological symbolism. We can create crosses in classic white representing purity, incorporate the deceased's favourite colours for personalisation, or design bespoke arrangements reflecting specific requests or denominational preferences.​

Delivery Throughout Liverpool and Wirral

Fishlocks provides comprehensive funeral cross delivery throughout Liverpool, ensuring these sacred tributes arrive in perfect condition at churches, crematoria, and cemeteries across the region. We deliver to both Anfield Crematorium and Springwood Crematorium, as well as all Liverpool City Council cemeteries, including Allerton Cemetery, Anfield Cemetery, Everton Cemetery, Kirkdale Cemetery, Toxteth Cemetery with its Catholic heritage, and West Derby Cemetery.​

We serve Liverpool's magnificent cathedrals, including the imposing Liverpool Anglican Cathedral on St James Mount - Britain's largest cathedral, where the Gothic architecture provides breathtaking settings for funeral services - and Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King on Mount Pleasant, the striking circular modern Catholic cathedral. Our service extends to parish churches throughout Liverpool, including St Patrick's Church in Toxteth with its rich Catholic history, and countless Anglican, Catholic, and independent churches across all city neighbourhoods.​

In Wirral, we deliver to Landican Cemetery and Crematorium and churches throughout Birkenhead, Wallasey, Bebington, Heswall, Hoylake, West Kirby, and surrounding communities.​

Our Local flower delivery Liverpool & Wirral areas - delivered by our own transport and driver:

POST CODE AREAS:

Liverpool L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, L6, L7, L8, L9, L10, L11,L12, L13, L14, L15, L16, L17, L18, L19, L20, L21, L22, L23, L24, L25, L26, L27, L28, L29,  L30, L31, L32, L33.

Wirral CH41, CH42, CH43, CH44, CH45, CH46, CH47, CH48, CH49, CH60, CH61, CH63

Ordering Funeral Crosses

We recommend ordering funeral crosses three to five days before services, allowing adequate time to source premium flowers and to construct these structurally complex arrangements meticulously. When ordering, share information about the deceased's faith tradition, any specific denominational preferences, favourite flowers or colours, and the service venue to ensure appropriate sizing.​

Fishlocks works closely with funeral directors and church coordinators throughout Liverpool and Wirral, coordinating delivery logistics and ensuring crosses are positioned appropriately within sacred spaces. We understand the reverence required when creating religious tributes and handle every aspect with dignity and spiritual sensitivity.​

Besides funeral crosses, we offer a full range of funeral flowers and arrangements, Bespoke Tributes, Funeral Flower Sprays, Funeral Posies, Funeral Wreaths and more. We can also offer individual flower delivery to most areas of Liverpool and the Wirral. 

Why Choose Fishlocks for Funeral Crosses

At Fishlocks, we recognise that funeral crosses represent far more than floral arrangements - they're expressions of profound faith, declarations of hope in resurrection, and visible symbols of eternal love transcending death. Our experienced florists approach these sacred tributes with reverence, sourcing the freshest, most beautiful blooms to ensure crosses remain pristine throughout services. We combine traditional florist craftsmanship with deep respect for Christian symbolism, creating funeral crosses that honour both the deceased and the faith that sustained them throughout life.​