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Our Funeral and Planning Ahead Resource Centre is designed to provide you with a range of Blogs to help you prepare for the journey ahead.

There are many documents and forms that are important sources of information when arranging a funeral. Here is a brief list of some paperwork that you should keep in a safe location: Birth & Marriage Certificates Your Will Taxation Records [...]

With all the preparation and hard work that goes in to planning a funeral, many people find that they are emotionally drained and exhausted by the time the day of the actual service takes place. By knowing what’s expected of [...]

For many people the time spent sharing some light refreshments straight after the funeral can be most beneficial. Joining together in an environment of support and love allows us to gather ourselves after an emotional farewell.

Choosing a venue at which to hold a funeral service, particularly one where you will not be rushed, is one of the biggest decisions that you will need to make during the arrangement process. Some venues offer simple services with [...]

Whether it is simply a matter of personal preferences or due to cultural or religious reasons, the choice between burial or cremation can be particularly emotional. Some people feel that burial is the most fitting way to lay a loved [...]

The terms “coffin” and “casket” are often used interchangeably, however a coffin and a casket are not the same thing. While both a casket and a coffin serve the same general purpose, the difference between the two is found in [...]

You may want to put an announcement online or in a local or national newspaper to advise people about the death and provide details of the funeral service. We can assist you with drafting a death or funeral notice and [...]

For those who follow a faith it may be appropriate to have a clergy officiate, whilst others may be more comfortable with a celebrant. Both celebrants and clergy often perform several duties as part of their care including: Meeting with [...]

Funerals serve to gather family and friends to celebrate a person’s life and while a eulogy is often seen as one of, if not the most important part of the service, they can be intimidating to write. The most important [...]
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