Regarding the topic of memorialization, many people ask us what are the options for ceremonies for cremation services. We turn again to world-renown grief expert, Dr. Alan Wolfelt, who shares his thoughts on cremation options. Press the play button to watch this short video featuring Dr. Wolfelt.

For more information about Dr. Alan Wolfelt, visit his website: Center for Loss & Life Transition.

Funerals are one type of the many life events that we attend.  Other life events include baby showers, baptisms, birthday parties, graduations, and weddings. Dr. Alan Wolfelt, a world renowned grief expert, shares his thoughts on the importance of ceremonies. Press the play button to watch this short video featuring Dr. Wolfelt.

At McCall’s we have defined our role as helping families to “honour life” with meaningful and personalized ceremonies.  We welcome you to share your experiences and comments below.  If you have any other questions about death, grief and creating meaningful funerals, please use the “Ask the Director” form to the right and we will answer your question in a future blog post.

Dr. Wolfelt is a respected author and writes the “Children and Grief” column for the bereavement magazine, Living With Loss. He has many bestselling books on grief which are listed on his online bookstore. He is a respected resource for the media and has frequently appeared on television. Appearances have included The Oprah Winfrey Show, Larry King Live, The NBC Today Show and Nick News. For more information about Dr. Alan Wolfelt, visit his website: Center for Loss & Life Transition.

Stephen Olson from Royal Oak Burial discusses with Robin Heppell the various options for cremated remains – ashes – at a cemetery. Click the play button at the left of the silver bar to hear the interview.

Heather and Gordon Thurston of Life Events talk with Robin Heppell about people choosing “No Service By Request” for their funeral wishes.