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Cremation vs. Burial… How to Decide Which is Best
One of the questions that people ask the staff of Wagg Funeral Home is whether they should opt for a cremation or burial service for their loved one. People often choose cremation over burial becau...
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Wednesday, November 9, 2016
Can I Have a Cremation and a Visitation
Cremations have been getting more and more common as an option for laying a loved one down to rest. This type of service allows for families to memorialize their loved one’s ashes and have the flex...
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Friday, October 28, 2016
Canadian Veterans Benefits
It is with great gratitude that we thank the Canadian Armed Forces for defending and protecting our country. These honourable individuals are dedicated and loyal to our homeland. The Canadian Gover...
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Monday, October 17, 2016
How does a Celebration of Life Differ from a Funeral?
Both funerals and celebrations of life serve the sole purpose of acknowledging the life of loved one. As family and friends gather to provide support to each other, they pay their respects to the d...
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Wednesday, September 28, 2016
Unique Memorials from Around the World
There are many reasons why knowing about different memorials from around the world may resonate with you. You may be searching for inspiration to apply to a loved one’s funeral or simply may be int...
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Wednesday, September 14, 2016
The Importance of Writing a Eulogy
Being a key component of the funeral service, the eulogy is a written farewell tribute speech that is a representation of who the deceased was as an individual and how they lived their life. When y...
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Wednesday, August 24, 2016
Managing Social Media Accounts After a Loved One has Passed
With today’s times of social media popularity, it is more than likely your loved one was active on many social media platforms. There are ways to manage these accounts and deactivate them after a l...
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Tuesday, August 9, 2016
Previous Posts
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...
What to Do When a Loved One is Nearing the End of Their Life
Nearing the end of life brings changes for everyone involved. It's a time of reflection, a reminder of the nature of our existence, and an opportunity to strengthen the bonds that define our humani...