"No funeral!?" That's the reaction many people have when a loved one tells them their wishes, or when they're told there will be no service for dearly departed friend or family member. It can be hard to believe that someone wouldn't want this time-honoured tradition. While we at Chapel Ridge…
Last Halloween, we talked about the Mexican tradition, Day of the Dead. This year we will look at the Celtic origin of the holiday and how this pagan tradition honoured the dead. Precursor to Halloween: Samhain & All Saints Day The Pagan festival of Samhain took place between October 31…
Whether you're looking to pre-plan your funeral, or are looking for a facility after a loved one has passed away, you want to choose the right funeral home for your needs. When researching facilities, consider the following: Location: Look for local funeral homes in your community, or the community the…
A recent trending story caught our attention regarding eco-friendly funerals. If you haven't read the news articles, here is a brief summery. Hanna Longard, an upper year student at Mount Allison University in Sackville, New Brunswick, is researching green funerals. As part of her research, she has been visiting cemeteries,…
Just as you can pre-plan your funeral, you can pre-plan what happens to your estate after you die. That is the purpose of a will. Without a will your loved ones may not receive what you would have liked them to. It can also take a long time for the…
Here at Chapel Ridge Funeral Home and Cremation Centre we are all about giving our clients options. We let individuals and families decide how they would like to be buried, and what type of funeral or memorial service they would like. We have worked with people from all cultures and…
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…
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…
