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Documentation to Have In Place Before Death
As a person gets older, it's necessary to ensure all the documentation is in order. We all have several different types of documentation to keep, including legal, financial, medical, contacts, real...
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Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Personalizing a Funeral with Unique Song Selections
Music is often the balm to our soul, especially during trying times. People often take solace from songs, finding comfort in the rhythm and lyrics. Most develop a personal connection with special s...
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Friday, March 13, 2020
Celebrant Or Clergy Member, Which Should I Choose, And Why?
A funeral is an organized event, specifically designed to help family members and friends say farewell to their deceased loved one. A clergy member or celebrant is a vital aspect of this event as t...
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Thursday, February 27, 2020
3 Funeral Etiquette Tips You Need to Know
Funerals are often emotionally charged and even the slightest mistake can cause deep offense to grieving individuals. At Arbutus Funeral Service, we believe that funerals should have a comfortable,...
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Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Helping Children Understand Loss
Children have a unique way to view this world and its complexities. Just because they view things differently doesn’t mean adults should underestimate their level of awareness or understanding. At ...
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Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Coping with the Death of a Sibling
Dealing with the loss of a sibling is never easy. There are several mixed emotions, unresolved issues, and a sense of responsibility towards other members of the family. At Arbutus Funeral Services...
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Wednesday, January 8, 2020
Memory Making Family Christmas Traditions To Start The Year
The death of a family member is never easy, and this is especially true during the holiday season. You begin to miss your loved one even more during this festive time because it brings back memorie...
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Wednesday, December 18, 2019
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Tips For Making It Through The Holiday Season When You Feel Depressed
Every person experiences grief and sorrow in different ways. They also heal at a different pace, and there are no specific timelines of patterns that people follow when they are recovering from gri...
What To Expect During The Funeral
It isn't uncommon for many people to find themselves at sea when it comes to interacting with other attendees at a funeral service. Knowing what to do and what to expect during a funeral is an exce...
Who Can Serve As Pallbearers?
Pallbearers at a funeral service are those who escort or carry the casket. In most instances, there could be 6 to 8 pallbearers. This number depends on how many handles the casket has. Sometimes, t...
5 Things To Think About Before Organizing A Funeral
If a family member passes away, you need to take responsibility for organizing the funeral service and other events. However, this isn't an easy task, and numerous things need to be kept in view wh...
Making Healthy Choices While Grieving
When you are dealing with the loss of a loved one, you may find it very difficult to look after yourself and stay healthy. However, it is never a good idea to ignore your health, especially at a ti...
Dealing With Sudden Death
If a loved one passes away after an extended illness or from old age, family members are more prepared to deal with that person's death. However, when a death occurs without warning, it can become ...
What To Expect Before The Funeral
When you lose a family member, there are many different things that you need to focus on and plan. While you are dealing with your grief and loss, you also need to make all the funeral service arra...
