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Understanding the Stages of Grief

Almost three decades ago a book titled “On Death and Dying” by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross made mention of the concept of- “5 Stages of Grief”. Ever since many people use this as a standard guideline to ...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Tuesday, January 30, 2018

What Do Funeral Directors Do For A Family?

One of the first calls you will need to make when a loved one is about to pass on is to call a funeral director. Funeral directors may run a funeral home or be part of organizations that provi...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, January 10, 2018

Personalizing A Funeral With Unique Song Selections

People have started to move away from very formal and structured funeral services. They want something comfortable and intimate as that can help with the grieving process. Music is a wonderful and ...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, December 27, 2017

How to Deal With Holidays After the Loss of a Loved One

The loss of a loved one and grief can affect different people in different ways. There's no timeline or strict pattern when it comes to grieving so you can't expect to recover from it within a year...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Tuesday, December 12, 2017

Online Grief Support Resources

It’s never easy to deal with grief, especially when the grief is associated with the death of a close loved one. Different people react differently to grief so some are able to overcome it quickly ...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Monday, November 27, 2017

Is it Important to Have a Public Viewing Before a Funeral?

Funeral planning can be a complicated process and family members are often forced to make difficult decisions that other people might not agree with. This is never an easy task and most family memb...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Preplanning – The Time is Now

No one can plan for the time that they die. It is often the family left behind that has to make those hard decisions about what you would have wanted for your funeral. However, with preplanning, yo...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, October 25, 2017

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Understanding Funeral Costs Ontario Average: Why Families Choose Wagg Among Funeral Homes in Lindsay Ontario

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Transforming Remembrance: The Art of Celebration of Life and Funeral Services at Wagg Funeral Home

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Selecting Among Funeral Homes in Port Hope: Why Families Choose Wagg Funeral Home

When families in the Port Hope region face the loss of a loved one, choosing the right funeral provider becomes an important decision during a difficult time. While several funeral homes in Port Ho...

Understanding Funeral Services and Average Funeral Cost in Ontario: The Wagg Funeral Home Difference

When facing the loss of a loved one, families in Port Perry and surrounding communities have turned to Wagg Funeral Home for compassionate guidance since 1846. While navigating grief, understanding...

Compassionate Burial Services and Grief Support in Port Perry: A Legacy of Care at Wagg Funeral Home

In the quiet town of Port Perry, nestled along the shores of Lake Scugog, families have turned to one establishment for nearly two centuries when facing life's most difficult moments. Wagg Funeral ...

Navigating Cremation Costs and Funeral Service Choices in Ontario: A Guide by Wagg Funeral Home

Making decisions about end-of-life arrangements can be challenging, especially when navigating the cost and complexity of funeral services. For families in Ontario, cremation services are an increa...

Understanding Cremation Costs and Funeral Service Options in Ontario

Losing a loved one is one of life’s most challenging experiences. During this difficult time, making decisions about funeral arrangements can feel overwhelming. One of the primary considerations is...