There's been a lot of royal news coming out of the UK recently - specifically relating to the upcoming 20th anniversary of Princess Diana's death, and how her now adult sons are keeping her memory alive. One article I read featured comments from Diana's brother, Earl Spencer, where he was…
Every funeral is different. Each one reflects the individual who has passed away, their beliefs, the beliefs of their family, their culture, and their personal tastes. For those who have not attended many funerals, or have never been to one at all, some common rituals and practices might strike you…
Hello everyone, We at Chapel Ridge Funeral Home and Cremation Centre wish everyone a happy Canada Day! This year is extra special because it's our nation's 150th birthday! If you wish to keep the party going all summer, here are some great Canadian attractions you can do right here in…
It can be difficult to come to terms with the impending death of a loved one. Aside from having feelings of loss, many of us are scared for our loved one. Since we are all living, we do not know what it feels like to die. We don't know what…
Have you ever read an obituary that says "In lieu of flowers..."? Do you ever wonder what this means? Essentially, it is the family's way of politely saying that instead of sending flowers they would rather you express your sympathy in another way - such as a charitable donation in…
Even though Mother's Day has come and gone for this year, it's not too late to discuss one aspect of this holiday that can be particularly difficult for some: how to "celebrate" if you've lost your mother. It doesn't matter how old you are, it's never easy to lose a…
While it is recognized that everyone grieves in different ways, there is still something quite universal about the experience. According to the popular Kübler-Ross model (or the five stages of grieving, as many know it as), terminally ill patients, and those who are losing, or have lost, a loved one experience…
As the saying goes, there are only two certainties in life: death and taxes. If the former happens, loved ones still have to deal with the latter, even though the person is gone. Since we're well into tax season, and the May 1, 2017, deadline is fast approaching, we thought we…
The term "bucket list" gets thrown around so often these days it's practically lost it's intended meaning. For many, it's almost a wish list of experiences they want to have in their lifetime. The true origin is a big more serious. The term was popularized by the 2007 Morgan Freeman…
When someone special to us dies it's common practice in the West to plan a funeral or memorial service. While different cultures and religions have their own customs, there is some flexibility when it comes to personalization. Funerals and memorials can provide a lot of comfort to the living, especially…
