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Tips for Explaining Death to Children

Discussing death is never easy but it can be especially harrowing to discuss it with a child. Most people don’t know how to handle it so they gloss over the subject as much as they can. That has an...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Tuesday, May 15, 2018

What Steps Are Involved in Preparing a Funeral Service?

When a family is organizing a funeral service for a loved one, they have some specific ideas about how the service should be. And while there may be some aspects that are different based on what th...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Monday, April 30, 2018

4 Funeral Etiquette Tips You Need to Know

Funerals can be quite difficult for everyone involved. The decedent’s friends and family members are in mourning during this period and may feel more grieved or hurt at any perceived slight. This i...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Monday, April 16, 2018

Canadian Military Honours

One of Canada’s interesting inheritances from the United Kingdom has been its elaborate system of honours, titles and awards based on traditions followed by the British aristocracy. This practice m...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, March 28, 2018

How to Get Through the First Couple of Weeks after a Death

Funeral services, visitations, medical agreements, and other such duties can keep you distracted and your grief away for a short period. When you stop being busy, the pain comes back in full force....
By Myles O'Riordan
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Thursday, March 15, 2018

The History of Wagg Funeral Home

Wagg Funeral Home has been around for a long time and is a part of Port Perry community history. This business has changed hands several times but remains true to the core values of good customer s...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Tuesday, February 27, 2018

Selecting a Final Resting Place after Cremation

Many people have started to choose cremation instead of a burial and they want to dispose of the remains of the deceased loved one with respect and dignity. Finding a final resting place for the de...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Tuesday, February 13, 2018

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Does the Ontario Government Help with Funeral Costs? Exploring State Assistance and Financial Support

Losing a loved one is emotionally challenging, and the financial implications of funeral expenses can exacerbate this stress for grieving families. In Ontario, funeral costs can be substantial, pro...

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...