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Does The Catholic Church Forbid Cremation at The Time of Death?

Today, cremation is becoming a more popular option in funeral service. However, a cremation service is comparatively new to the Catholic funeral service, because it was banned by the church until 1...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Cremation vs. Burial… How to Decide Which is Best

One of the questions that people ask the staff of Wagg Funeral Home is whether they should opt for a cremation or burial service for their loved one. People often choose cremation over burial becau...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, November 9, 2016

Can I Have a Cremation and a Visitation

Cremations have been getting more and more common as an option for laying a loved one down to rest. This type of service allows for families to memorialize their loved one’s ashes and have the flex...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Friday, October 28, 2016

Canadian Veterans Benefits

It is with great gratitude that we thank the Canadian Armed Forces for defending and protecting our country. These honourable individuals are dedicated and loyal to our homeland. The Canadian Gover...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Monday, October 17, 2016

How does a Celebration of Life Differ from a Funeral?

Both funerals and celebrations of life serve the sole purpose of acknowledging the life of loved one. As family and friends gather to provide support to each other, they pay their respects to the d...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, September 28, 2016

Unique Memorials from Around the World

There are many reasons why knowing about different memorials from around the world may resonate with you. You may be searching for inspiration to apply to a loved one’s funeral or simply may be int...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, September 14, 2016

The Importance of Writing a Eulogy

Being a key component of the funeral service, the eulogy is a written farewell tribute speech that is a representation of who the deceased was as an individual and how they lived their life. When y...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, August 24, 2016

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Do I Have to Use a Burial Vault for Burial?

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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...