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How Our Customers Can Improve Our Funeral Or Cremation Service Business With Feedback

Like any other industry, funeral homes benefit significantly from customer feedback. One may argue that a funeral home depends more than many others on this type of community involvement. A reputab...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Do You Still Have To Wear Black To A Funeral Or Memorial?

Choosing the incorrect outfit for a funeral may not seem like a big deal when a loved one has passed away, but it can be embarrassing if you choose the wrong one. What to wear at a funeral depends ...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Thursday, January 5, 2023

Special Ways to Remember a Loved One During the Holiday Season

The holidays can be a trying time for everyone, but especially for those that are mourning the death of a loved one. It would indicate that our memories of them and the traditions associated with h...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Friday, December 16, 2022

How Much Does A Cremation Cost?

The final cremation cost for a funeral and cremation can fluctuate significantly based on factors including the location of the event, the type of funeral home or cremation provider used, and the a...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Friday, November 25, 2022

Why Are Burial Vaults Required In Cemeteries?

When someone close to them dies, many people decide to have them rest in a cemetery. However, our experience at Wagg Funeral Home has shown that the vast majority of people do not realize they will...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Thursday, November 17, 2022

Building A Bucket List

Many people consider making a "bucket list" of their life goals. Your life's "bucket list" is a compilation of the many things you want to do, see, and achieve before it ends. Build A Bu...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

How Much Does A Funeral Cost?

Planning for a funeral ceremony might be tricky. The average funeral cost rises as various alternatives for the funeral ceremony, caskets, vaults, embalming, or burial plots grow. Furthermore, most...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Monday, October 17, 2022

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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...