Look For Me In Rainbows by Conn Bernard | W. Uden & Sons Funeral Directors

Look For Me In Rainbows

Time for me to go now, I won’t say goodbye;
Look for me in rainbows, way up in the sky.
In the morning sunrise when all the world is new,
Just look for me and love me, as you know I loved you.

Time for me to leave you, I won’t say goodbye;
Look for me in rainbows, high up in the sky.
In the evening sunset, when all the world is through,
Just look for me and love me, and I’ll be close to you.

It won’t be forever, the day will come and then
My loving arms will hold you, when we meet again.

Time for us to part now, we won’t say goodbye;
Look for me in rainbows, shining in the sky.
Every waking moment, and all your whole life through
Just look for me and love me, as you know I loved you.

Just wish me to be near you,
And I’ll be there with you.

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A comforting and gentle poem often read at funerals or memorial services. The poem’s central message is one of enduring presence and love rather than finality. Instead of saying a permanent “goodbye,” the speaker encourages their loved ones to find them in the beauty of nature—specifically in rainbows, sunrises, and sunsets. It suggests that even after death, the love shared between people remains and can be felt in the everyday wonders of the world. The poem offers a sense of hope and reassurance, promising a future reunion and reminding the grieving that they can find comfort in the simple act of remembering and loving.

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Uden's recently oversaw my dad's funeral and I cannot praise them highly enough. From the very first contact with Spencer through to the actual day when Stanley looked after us, the standard of professionalism and respect shown was second to none. I felt in totally safe hands as such a vulnerable time, nothing was too much trouble for any of the team. I cannot thank them enough for the respect shown to my dad and the support we received, fantastic family run service and can't recommend highly enough.

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Mark B.

W. Uden & Sons (Eltham) handled the arrangements for my late cousin’s funeral. Every step was smoothly and tactfully handled - from the initial enquiry and then the more detailed discussions, with Sarah making the whole process very straightforward, to the day of the funeral itself when Callum and the team could not have been more considerate and helpful. My thanks to everyone involved for their efforts in lessening the burden at a difficult time.

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Can't recommend the Uden team in Bexleyheath enough - both Adam organising everything in the run up to the funeral and Stanley and his team supporting on the day of. They're very understanding of how difficult a time it is and they are so courteous! We kind of lost track of time between the church service and the burial but there was no hectic/boredom visible from the team who remained 100% present the entire time (no scrolling on phones or anything). Great service with the hearse and limousine and they also let us participate by pushing the coffin into the church. They think of everything - we had an easel with a photo which they kindly also set up and took down again. Thank you very much!

Amanda W.

This is the 4th time my family have used W. Uden & Sons to look after our loved ones in recent years. The funeral for my uncle was in May 2026 which was a burial at Sidcup cemetery. Spencer guided me through the process and dealt with everything. I just had to say what I wanted. On the day Stanley in his hat and cane and the pall bearers were professional and respectful during this difficult time for us. I highly recommend W.Uden & Sons.

SW E.

In 2017 Uden & Sons helped me to plan and fulfill the final arrangements for my spouse. Things were just as she had wanted them to be done. They handled every detail. From the gathering of her remains to the arrangement of private viewings and her cremation.I thank their entire staff for the excellent job that they did then. Their professionalism, attention to detail and exceptional kindness make them easy to recommend. They're honest, straightforward and provided all the assistance one could ask for.Uden & Son's made a dark time less difficult. I am deeply thankfull for the service rendered to me and my spouse. Thank you.

Graham D.

My father was insistent that we use W. Uden & Sons (Biggin Hill) for my mother’s funeral, and after the service we received I completely understand why. Everything was handled with great care, compassion, and professionalism from beginning to end. During such a difficult time, they made everything much easier to manage and guided us through every step with kindness and understanding. Nothing was too much trouble.Their attention to detail and support meant a great deal to us and was a huge help throughout the day. We are truly grateful for everything they did to give our mother the farewell she deserved.I could not recommend W. Uden & Sons highly enough to anyone looking for caring and professional funeral directors.

Mark T.

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Samantha M.

Thank you to Spencer, Alan, Andrew and Bailey and the rest of the team, for the professional and caring service we received from the first moment I contacted Udens Sidcup.We truly couldn't have got through this sad time without them.There are just not enough words to express how brilliant they are.Thank you from us all.The Marshall family

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My family and I would like to sincerely thank the W.Uden family funeral directors for the care, professionalism, and compassion shown throughout the arrangements for our beloved sister’s funeral. During such a difficult and emotional time for us as a family, your support, patience, and guidance helped ease a lot of the stress and worry.Everything was handled with dignity and respect, and the service itself was beautiful and well organised. We especially appreciated the kindness shown to myself and family, the clear communication throughout the process, and the care taken to honour our sister so beautifully.Thank you again for helping us give her a peaceful and memorable farewell. I would honestly recommend this family funeral directors. We are truly grateful. Thank you again and God Bless

sharon O.

From the start, the staff at the Camberwell branch were very understanding, sympathetic and knowledgeable in how they treated my family, there is only one thing to say, thank you for making such a emotional and stressful time a lot easier to cope with.

Lisa S.

From the very first phone call they were so professional. Polite and caring. All questions were answered with empathy and respect.

Pat R.

We received a first class service for our mother’s funeral last week. Spencer at the Sidcup office was most helpful guiding us through the arrangements in a calm and professional but also caring way at what was a very stressful and difficult time. We also appreciated Andrew’s calm and thoughtful guidance on the day. Everything ran smoothly and we could not wish for a more professional and caring firm to help us say goodbye to our beloved mum.