What is a traditional funeral?
Traditional funerals take the form of a four-stage process; viewing, the service, cremation or burial, and a wake – each of these steps will be catered for in a professional and empathetic manner to ensure they happen exactly as they should.
Elements of a Traditional Funeral
Viewings
For 2-3 days, the family of the deceased can visit them in the funeral home.
The Service
Depending on the wishes of the deceased or their family, the funeral service will be held at a funeral home, a graveyard, or a place of worship. In the event of a cremation, the service will take place at a crematorium.
Burial or Cremation
If the person who has passed is being buried, then the family and friends can visit the cemetery.
The Wake
A time for loved ones to gather and celebrate the life of the person who has passed, remembering them and spending time in a more relaxed environment.
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