A funeral or memorial service is the main ritual we think of when seeking comfort after loss. But there are many other – often simple – rituals that can help us on the road to healing. Create space Set aside a small space in your home to create a tribute to the person. You may […]

At the time of a loved one’s passing, families are faced with lots of important decisions. The first and main decision – How should we care for the person’s body? At Goes Funeral Care, about 85% of the time, the answer is “cremation.” That is a great first step, but what many people don’t know […]

The time has come. Someone has died. What now? First and foremost, wherever you are – getting the news on the other side of the phone, holding the person’s hand in the hospital, sitting vigil at home – take a deep breath. Then another. Now, take things one at a time… 1. Contact a medical […]

When a person dies, the last thing loved ones want to do is make decisions. Whether planning ahead or making decisions at the time of a loss, at Goes Funeral Care we try to keep the process as simple as possible. Here are the important decisions we will help you consider: 1. Burial, Cremation, Body […]

We plan ahead for lots of life events – getting married, making a big move, changing careers, having a child, buying a house. However, the one thing we will all go through someday – dying – tends to get the least amount of attention when it comes to planning ahead. It is not only uncomfortable […]