Many people take the effort to plan big events like birthday parties and family vacations but they tend to fall short when it comes to thinking ahead about their own funerals. And it’s understandable – talking about pre-planning your own funeral arrangements can be an...
Whether you’re a family member, a friend or an acquaintance, the day of a funeral can be difficult for many people. And saying goodbye to someone is never easy. If you’ve just been informed of a death and wish to attend the funeral services, you may be wondering if...
Most of us have little experience in organising funerals, and this is already an emotional and difficult process. Navigating these uncharted waters can be manageable with the guide of a funeral director. They can arrange for funeral services in a professional manner...
If you know a close friend or relative who has recently experienced the loss of a loved one, it’s important to support them through the grieving process. This is the time where loneliness and solitude can creep in, so it is important for them to feel like they can...
When a loved one dies, the next step after the funeral service is to handle various legal matters such as insurance and administration of assets. But what happens to their social media accounts? For some people, it can be a jarring experience to come across the...
Every society marks significant occasions through rituals. We hold parties to mark birthdays, weddings and graduations. Even simple and personal occasions, like getting good exam grades or a new job, can be celebrated by a special family dinner. Therefore, it’s no...
There are many differences for funeral customs in Singapore amongst the various religions and cultures. This can be seen in the manner funeral services are held, right down to the dressing etiquette for funeral visitors and bereaved family members. For example, people...
Grief often comes as an uncontrollable response that people experience after the occurrence of a personal traumatic or painful event, such as the death of a loved one. However, many may misunderstand grief and presume it as a single emotion. Grief isn’t just about...
Giving flowers at a funeral has been a long-standing tradition. The general idea is to express one’s sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the deceased’s family. It is also a way to decorate the venue where the funeral service will be held. While these flowers...
In funerals, words are sometimes not enough. Standing sprays, funeral baskets and condolence wreath flowers are various floral arrangements that help to commemorate the deceased and pay tribute to them. This gesture is often appreciated by the bereaved family members,...
