The Importance of Saying "Good-bye"

A good-bye ceremony helps those who are left behind take the first step in overcoming grief—that is, facing the fact that a death has occurred. Ceremonies bring together friends and relatives who can offer comfort and support to each other at a time when it is needed most.

The good-bye ceremony should be a personal reflection of the family and the person that died. We listen carefully to each family’s wishes and do whatever it takes to assist in creating an event that is meaningful and satisfying to all.