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What if I Want an Unconventional Funeral Service?
Breaking traditions and searching for unusual options now extends from daily life to the death arena. Ideas about how you should be treated after death are taking new forms and technology are enabl...
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Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Making Healthy Choices While Grieving
Most people pass through a very difficult time while on a grief journey. The loss of a family member or a loved one sends them into an emotional abyss. This is also the time when funeral details ne...
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Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Technology and Your Grief Journey
Wagg Funeral Home has been around since 1846 and is the only locally owned funeral home in Port Perry that has served the community for over a century. We ensure that every family receives the high...
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Monday, October 29, 2018
Remembering the Departed at Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time that you spend with family and friends. But it can be extremely difficult to get through the day, if you are reeling under the sorrow of losing a loved one. If you are mourni...
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Monday, October 8, 2018
Should I Pre-Pay for My Funeral?
Most people aren’t comfortable when talking about death and prefer to keep these thoughts at bay. However, there is a slow and steady trend of pre-planning and pre-paying for funerals. We do receiv...
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Wednesday, September 26, 2018
Qualities to Look for In a Good Funeral Home
It isn’t easy to deal with the demise of a loved one, especially when you are the next of kin. While it’s painful enough to come to terms with the grief, it’s even more difficult to go through the ...
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Friday, September 7, 2018
Finding a Good Estate Planning Lawyer or Financial Advisor
It’s always a good idea to get your estate and finances in order, especially if you’re terminally ill or elderly. Estate planning doesn’t just help family members or ensure there are little to no d...
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Thursday, August 30, 2018
Previous Posts
What is the Most Expensive Part of a Funeral?
To explore the intricacies of funeral expenses and provide a comprehensive guide for families facing these decisions during a sensitive time, it's essential to delve deeper into the cost breakdown ...
Do I Have to Use a Burial Vault for Burial?
When planning a burial, many decisions need to be made, and one of the more common questions is whether or not to use a burial vault. This decision can impact both the cost and the logistics of a f...
Can I Have a Gathering/Visitation Without a Ceremony/Service?
In times of loss, grief can feel overwhelming, and navigating the process of saying goodbye can be challenging. Traditionally, gatherings and visitations have been accompanied by ceremonies or serv...
Visiting a Dying Loved One and Dealing with the Grief
Visiting a dying loved one is one of the most challenging experiences we face. It’s a time filled with emotional turbulence, as we grapple with the imminent loss and the grief that accompanies it. ...
Navigating the Digital Beyond: Preparing for Life After Death in the Digital Age
In today's interconnected world, our digital footprints outlive us, painting a vivid portrait of our lives through social media, emails, and online accounts. As we blend the digital realm into our ...
The Unyielding Pillar: Ethics in Funeral Service
In the tapestry of human existence, few professions carry the weight of solemnity and responsibility quite like that of funeral service. As the custodians of final farewells, funeral directors stan...
What to Do When a Loved One is Nearing the End of Their Life
Nearing the end of life brings changes for everyone involved. It's a time of reflection, a reminder of the nature of our existence, and an opportunity to strengthen the bonds that define our humani...