Funeral Services
Funeral Committee
The aim of the Funeral Committee is to provide financial and practical assistance to a member and their dependents in
the event of a bereavement within the family.
Rules and Regulations
Eligibilty
- Membership is open only to Bangladesh Muslims residing in Coventry.
- Membership runs on a year-by-year basis.
Membership Renewal
- Every member must renew their membership annually before 31 January.
- Failure to renew within this period will result in forfeiture of membership, and no benefits may be claimed in the event of bereavement.
Family Coverage
- By virtue of membership, a member’s spouse and children up to the age of 18 are automatically covered.
- Children who reach the age of 18 years may apply for membership in their own right by paying the applicable fees.
Subscription and Renewal Fees
One-Off Joining Fee
The one-off joining fee is based on the applicant’s age at the time of joining.
- Age 18-25 : £150
Annual Subscription Fee
The annual subscription fee is £200.00
Benefits
The following benefits shall be provided in the event of the death of a member or their eligible children
- Death and burial in the UK
- Cost of the grave
- Death in the UK and burial in Bangladesh:
Burial services provided free of charge - Collection of the deceased from hospital or home
- Completion of all religious and legal requirements (with next of kin present where required)
- Arrangement of burial at Coventry Muslim Graveyard
Management
- The existing Shah Jalal Jame Masjid community shall remain in charge of the Funeral Committee.
- Day-to-day operations shall be carried out by: M Joshim Uddin, M Abdul Hannan and their team.
