How to Say Farewell to a Loved One with a Dove Release
A dove release adds a heartwarming touch to any funeral service. Some families shared that releasing doves felt like a comforting symbol of sending their loved ones to a peaceful rest. Read our dedicated blog post to learn about the symbolism behind dove releases and what’s possible in Canada. Visit the link to read more.
You Don’t Need to Be Royalty to Have a Funeral Like the Queen
On September 19, the world tuned in to watch the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II who died at age 96, after reigning for 70 years. As the world watched in awe of the beauty and thoughtfulness of the Queen’s ceremony, Arbor Memorial’s funeral directors watched the event with a different lens and agreed that you don’t need to be royalty to have a funeral like the Queen. Read More. Picture Credits: Royal Family Channel YouTube Live Stream
How to Start the Conversation About Final Wishes
Death is not a subject that everyone feels comfortable discussing, so many simply avoid it. But that doesn’t change the reality that life will come to an end. And it doesn’t mean we shouldn’t start a conversation with our loved ones about our end-of-life wishes – from sickness to ceremony to estate planning. Read more here.
Envisagez une envolée de colombes pour dire adieu à un être cher
Une envolée de colombes ajoute une touche de réconfort à un service funéraire. Certaines de nos familles clients nous ont dit que ce geste avait représenté le symbole réconfortant de libérer l’âme de leur proche pour qu’elle repose en paix. Lisez notre article de blogue pour plus de renseignements sur le symbolisme rattaché à une envolée de colombes et pour savoir ce qui est possible au Canada. Visitez le lien pour en savoir plus.
How to Prepare for an Imminent Death
When you’re expecting the passing of a loved one, life can become stressful and overwhelming. Taking some time to prepare now, while they’re still with you, is brave and also a way to bring you and your family some solace in this time. To make it easier for you, we’ve laid out some important steps in order to prepare. Read More here.
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Did You Know? Funeral rites are as old as the human race itself. There are three common threads for death and the disposition of their dead: 1) Some type of ceremony, funeral rite, or ritual 2) A sacred place for the dead 3) Memorials for the dead Researchers have found burial grounds of Neanderthal man in the Shanidar cave in Iraq dating to 60,000 BC with animal antlers on the body and flower fragments next to the corpse indicating some type of ritual and gifts to the deceased.