Farewell Funerals and Memorial Services
In Australia it is usual to hold a funeral or memorial service within two to five days of death. This is to give family & friends who are travelling from out of town time to attend.
Most people prefer to be buried in the town they live, or where they were born. Often, it’s also about meeting religious or cultural requirements. Choosing your end-of-life arrangements before the need arises can save family and friends from having to make difficult decisions during a highly emotional time. To know more about Farewell Funerals in Brisbane, visit the Farewell Funerals website or call 0404660974.
A service can be held in one of our cemetery chapels, either a religious service conducted by a Priest or a non-religious service using a Funeral Celebrant. Once the service has finished, a hearse and funeral cortege will take you to the graveside for the final committal.
ECO Burials can be conducted at Alberton Cemetery or Great Southern Memorial Park. They involve a natural process without embalming. The coffin is a craftsman built wood coffin with a white lining. It’s then dressed with biodegradable clothing or a shroud. There is no service at the graveside, just a brief farewell with close Family members. This package includes: Legacy Funerals Professional fee, standard size ECO COFFIN, transfer from place of death, cremation and death certificate.
As more and more families opt for cremation, funeral directors are providing options that allow them to celebrate their loved one in a way that feels right for them. From memorialising ashes in a family mausoleum to scattering them somewhere meaningful, there are many ways to say goodbye.
Direct cremations are the most affordable funeral option. This is because they do not include any funeral services or attendances and simply involve the funeral director taking your loved one into their care and arranging the cremation for you.
Many funeral homes allow you to pay for your deceased family member’s service in advance. This is a good idea as it allows you to avoid the unexpected costs that can often arise when organising a funeral at short notice. It also gives your family peace of mind knowing that everything has been arranged and paid for
A memorial service is a chance for friends and family to come together and pay their respects to a loved one who has died. It is typically a more upbeat event than a funeral, but can also have somber moments. It can be held anywhere and anytime, from a week to a year after the death.
Usually, the memorial service lasts for two hours and is followed by a reception at another location. Those in attendance can offer their condolences to the grieving family and celebrate their life with music, food, and decorations.
It’s important to remember that this is a time for mourning and it’s best to stay quiet or speak in low voices. This is especially true if you’re offering your condolences to the grieving family. Also, be sure to turn off your cell phone so you don’t disturb the service. It’s a sign of disrespect to disrupt a memorial service.
Some families prefer to hold a funeral or memorial service as soon as possible after their loved one’s passing. This can be a practical option as family members might need time off work or have to travel from a distance.
The timing of a funeral can also be dependent on religion or culture or if an autopsy needs to be carried out. If a funeral is held soon after death it may help family and friends to begin the grieving process more quickly.
A funeral can be as simple or elaborate as you wish. You might want to include a eulogy or reading that encapsulates the life of your loved one, or have special music played. You can also choose to have a framed photo or memorial book displayed and have flowers on display. We can also help with writing and publishing an obituary notice. To know more about Farewell Funerals in Brisbane, visit the Farewell Funerals website or call 0404660974.
