Archive:  2021

16
Dec
2021

Managing Grief During the Festive Season

December 16th, 2021
The festive season is a time for fun, food, and celebrating with your friends, family, or close relatives. However, this changes when you're coping with the death of a loved one.
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26
Nov
2021

Cremation: The Advantages and Disadvantages

November 26th, 2021
Every individual, as we all know, will die at some point. Despite this, people seldom address topics like dying openly. However, times are changing; any want to learn more about the procedures involved in cremation, its benefits, and its drawbacks. 
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There are two specific events after a person passes- viewings and funerals. Before the burial, the body is displayed, and attendees are welcome to pay their respects.
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26
Oct
2021

How Long Can A Person Be In Hospice Care?

October 26th, 2021
Hospice care is expressly set up for those who are in the final stages of their lives. It helps them cope with pain, provides emotional support and comfort in a challenging time.
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Sadness is challenging for most individuals to deal with, and the fact is that grief tends to compound when not addressed on time. While some people can cope with loss healthily, others find it incredibly difficult.
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29
Sep
2021

Where Can I Scatter Cremated Remains?

September 29th, 2021
After cremation, the person’s ashes are handed over to the next of kind. Many people who are not acquainted with the cremation process and how it works aren’t sure about what they need to do with the ashes or cremains.
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20
Sep
2021

Ways To Say Goodbye To A Loved One

September 20th, 2021
It’s always tough to bid adieu to a loved one who has left for his or her heavenly abode. Even if the person had been ailing and you knew the end was near, when that moment finally comes, you may not find it easy to come to terms with the loss.
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30
Aug
2021

5 Interesting Facts About Cremation

August 30th, 2021
Cremation is fast becoming the preferred disposition method today rather than a traditional burial. People from various faiths are showing interest in it. We at Arbutus Funeral Service have seen that although people are curious about cremation, they do not have a clear understanding of it.
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We at Arbutus Funeral Service have seen the positive impact a video memorial can have on family members or friends bidding farewell to a loved one. A tribute video can help depict the individual's life, and it is an excellent way to pay homage to a loved one’s memory. 
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Conventionally, you will see men as pallbearers. However, women can also serve as pallbearers at a funeral. It depends on who volunteers for it and whether all the family members are on board with the decision.
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When it comes to burials and related rituals, each community has certain practices, some of which are centuries old. We at Arbutus Funeral Service are a credible and well-established funeral home that helps plan and organize customized services for our clients.
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30
Jun
2021

Should Your Child Attend a Funeral?

June 30th, 2021
Most parents prefer not to expose their children to the unpleasant realities of life, such as death and funerals. They fear that they will upset or stress their children in some way.
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15
Jun
2021

Irrevocable Pre-Need Arrangements

June 15th, 2021
A pre-need arrangement or funeral services package is essentially a pre-paid agreement between an individual and a funeral home like us at Arbutus Funeral Service. It contains details of all the funeral arrangements for the person after their death.
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31
May
2021

The Importance Of A Funeral Procession

May 31st, 2021
Long rows of slow-moving vehicles, enormous crowds, and renowned individuals come to mind when thinking about funeral processions. However, many people follow this practice during a conventional funeral attended by a smaller number of relatives and friends.
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Some of the greatest gifts you can offer a mourning friend are your companionship, love, and presence. If someone close to you has recently lost a loved one, you can assist them by being present for them, helping them, and providing them with the companionship they need during this difficult period.
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27
Apr
2021

How to Write a Condolence Letter

April 27th, 2021
People send condolence letters when they can't attend a funeral service or personally visit the mourning family to express their condolences. At Arbutus Funeral Service, we feel this is an excellent way to express your empathy and demonstrate to the family that you're there in their time of need.
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15
Apr
2021

How To Plan A Meaningful Memorial Service

April 15th, 2021
When the family of the deceased gathers to pay their respects at a funeral service, it’s a way of showing respect.
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23
Mar
2021

Creating New Family Traditions After A Loss

March 23rd, 2021
The death of a loved one can disrupt your family's structure. After the loss of a family member, small routines and traditions that formerly existed become painful.
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15
Mar
2021

A Complete Understanding of Funeral Pricing

March 15th, 2021
Funerals can be expensive, particularly if you want personalized services. Many people don't know what's included in funeral costs.
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28
Feb
2021

Coping With The Loss Of A Pet

February 28th, 2021
Pets are some of our most faithful and loyal companions. They offer comfort, support, and unconditional love, which is why losing them can be a heartbreaking experience.
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15
Feb
2021

How Do You Say Good-Bye?

February 15th, 2021
When you lose a loved one, saying goodbye is never easy. Even if you had a sufficient amount of time and were aware that a person was ailing or dying, bidding adieu is difficult.
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25
Jan
2021

Scattering Ashes At Sea

January 25th, 2021
After the cremation process, the funeral home will give you your loved one’s ashes and you have the option to either place them in an urn in a columbarium or in your home. Alternatively, you can bury them in a cemetery or in your backyard or even scatter them at sea.
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12
Jan
2021

The Importance Of A Cemetery To Our Community

January 12th, 2021
Human beings have been building cemeteries for centuries and most of these places have been an important part of their community. Cemeteries many have a spooky reputation due to their portrayal in media, but they are usually places of peace, quiet, and serenity.
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