JACOB, John Michael
Born January, 1932 in Sandgate, Kent, England Passed Away February 11, 2015 in Victoria, BC
HAYES, Kathleen Marjorie
Born January, 1919 in Regina Saskatchewan Passed Away February 12, 2015 in Sidney BC
Security during Memorial Services
Some important Security issues to consider if you’re holding a Memorial or Funeral Service for a loved one If the service is advertised in the paper, then it is on the internet, even if it’s just word of mouth, people know. * Have someone stay at the family home(s) during this time, to deter any theft [read more…]
Scattering Cremated Remains
Here is some interesting information about Scattering Cremated remains. If you plan to scatter, you may want to consider keeping some of the remains in a small keepsake urn, or jewellery such as a pendant or keychain. We have many keepsake and jewellery items to choose from. SCATTERING: Cremated remains also may be scattered in [read more…]
KING, Loretta Gertrude Donovan
Born November, 1931 Montreal, Quebec Passed Away February 6, 2015 Victoria, BC
What’s a green burial?
Green burials or natural burials are low impact, use less energy, consume fewer resources (like water), are less toxic, and may include local, sustainable materials. However, they are not available across Canada (which makes green funerals an excellent option, in the meantime.) Bodies are not embalmed because that delays decomposition. Without formaldehyde to preserve the [read more…]