News Dec 24, 2025

A Thoughtful Farewell for Maidenhead United Supporters- AB Walker Funeral Package

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Introducing a new partnership between A.B. Walker and Maidenhead United Football Club

For many people, football is far more than a game. It is a lifelong connection, a sense of belonging, and a thread that runs through family memories and personal identity. At A.B. Walker, we always understand how deeply these connections can matter, particularly when planning a farewell that truly reflects the life and passions of the person being remembered.

It is with this understanding that we are proud to introduce a new partnership between A.B. Walker and Maidenhead United Football Club, bringing together two long-established local organisations with shared roots in the community. Through this partnership, we are developing a new, thoughtfully designed funeral package for Maidenhead United supporters, offering families an opportunity to honour a loved one’s loyalty to the club in a respectful and meaningful way.

A New Kind of Funeral Package

The Maidenhead United funeral package is a new form of offering for A.B. Walker. In particular, we developed it in response to families who have expressed a wish to incorporate a loved one’s support for the club into their farewell.
Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, the package has been designed to allow families to choose meaningful elements that reflect identity, loyalty, and shared memories. At its heart, this package remains what every A.B. Walker funeral is intended to be: a dignified, professionally delivered farewell, guided with sensitivity and care.

Personal Touches That Reflect a Lifetime of Support

For many supporters, Maidenhead United represents years of matchdays, friendships, shared emotions, and community pride. The themed elements within the package are intended to reflect this gently and respectfully.

Families may choose from a range of thoughtful touches, which can include:

  • Club-themed presentation details, such as a scarf laid over the coffin
  • Matchday-style printed orders of service
  • Carefully chosen music associated with the club
  • Moments of reflection, such as a minute’s applause or silence
  • Keepsake or memorial items designed with care

Each element is optional, and families are guided through the choices at their own pace. Most importantly, nothing is ever included for effect alone, every detail is there to support a meaningful tribute.

The Maidenhead United Package

  • AB Walker’s fees – Inclusive of legal and administration arrangements, care of deceased for up to 25 days, chapel visit during working hours, conductors, bearers and hearse on day of funeral
  • Maidenhead United wrapped coffin
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Additions

  • Crematorium or Burial fees
  • Limousines
  • Minister or celebrant
  • Maidenhead United ashes scatter tube or wrapped wooden ashes casket
  • Themed 50 x Order of Service – match day style
  • Themed floral arrangements
  • Option of horse-drawn, motorcycle or vintage hearse
  • Themed notice in Maidenhead Advertiser
  • Themed music and visual tribute
  • Club scarf

Your funeral procession can drive by MUFC’s ground, and our AB Walker conductor and bearer team can pay tribute with club colour ties and/or pin badges.

Should you decide to choose a burial, we have a range of monumental masonry bespoke options to honour a true Magpie supporter.

Professional Care, As Always

While the themed aspects may feel distinctive, the professional care behind the funeral remains exactly what families expect from A.B. Walker. In addition, our telephone lines are open 24/7 and our Maidenhead branch is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm by the lovely Kate.  Please do not hesitate to call with any questions.

Our experienced team continues to provide:

  • Compassionate guidance from first contact through to the day of the funeral
  • Respectful care of the person who has died
  • Clear communication and transparent arrangements
  • Support for families of all beliefs and backgrounds

This new package simply offers an option for families who feel that a connection to Maidenhead United was a defining part of their loved one’s life.

A Farewell That Feels Right

At A.B. Walker, we believe that every funeral should reflect the person it honours. For some, that reflection is found in faith, family tradition, or a quiet simplicity. For others, it is tied closely to a club, a set of colours, and a lifetime of support from the stands.

This new partnership with Maidenhead United allows us to support families who wish to acknowledge that connection with warmth, dignity, and respect.

Our team is always available to talk through options, answer questions, or simply listen. Whether you are planning ahead or arranging a funeral now, we are here to guide you with care, understanding, and experience.

For more information please do not hesitate to contact Kate at our Maidenhead branch located on Bridge Road. Kate’s contact details are 01628 565 745 and [email protected]

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