Do you have a burial place picked out? Is your family prepared with funeral pre-planning in the event of an unfortunate tragedy? If you haven’t given serious consideration to burials in Greater Vancouver, then you could be leaving your family open to a lot of stress should the unthinkable occur.

Burials in Greater Vancouver are a traditional way to manage the remains of loved ones after they pass away. Those who plan ahead enjoy visiting final resting places in conventional settings, that have been pre-selected ahead of time. Does this describe your current funeral plan for yourself or a loved one?

If you’re interested in knowing more about the different options for burials then you’ll want to invest 20 minutes to listen to this edition of Forever in their Hearts where your host Erik Reynolds interviews Valerie Martell, Director of Operations for Martin Brothers Funeral Services about burials in greater Vancouver.

Burial parks only have so much space. Some cemeteries in Metro Vancouver are building up to create extra mausoleum space, according to an article in the Vancouver Sun*. This interview is a chance to learn the burial options available for yourself and your loved ones..

Choosing Burial in Vancouver over Cremation Services

This episode kicks off with Valerie comparing and contrasting burials and cremations. This information includes details about the price of each and why you might choose one over the other.

Some people prefer an open casket at the funeral, so they can say goodbye to their departed loved one in a tangible way. Valerie explains the point of having the body present at the funeral service, and how it benefits those you leave behind when you pass from this earth.

If you haven’t considered all the options for burials in Greater Vancouver in regards to your final wishes, then you could be leaving this potentially stressful decision up to your family to make after you’re gone.

How to Plan for Burials in Greater Vancouver

There are so many choices when it comes to burials options in Vancouver. Valerie explains what options are available to people, even if they’re not native to the area. She also answers these questions:

- What are my choices as far as burials in Vancouver are concerned?
- What do I need to know about different cemeteries in Vancouver?
- What should I know about monuments to mark graves in Vancouver?

Now ask yourself two questions. Does your family have a special place where departed loved ones are buried? Are you ready to begin pre-planning your funeral? If you answered “no” to either of these questions then you could face some stressful decisions if you aren’t prepared should the inevitable occur.

What You Need to Know about Burials in Greater Vancouver

If you ultimately wish to be buried, then there are some things you need to begin thinking about ahead of time. Valerie outlines these things in detail with examples that make each item in the list easy to understand.

Valerie also explains where you can file information in advance about your final wishes. This takes the burden of stressful decisions off your family, and gives them the peace of mind necessary to move through the grieving process.

How your family celebrates your life after your departure from it can be as personal and unique as your own DNA. A funeral home can help you prepare your final wishes with both experience and compassion, so why aren’t you taking advantage of their services?

The episode wraps up with Valerie explaining why planning for a funeral isn’t easy, and how you can begin the process with your family.

Is Your Family’s Peace of Mind a Top Priority for You?

Do you want to know more about the options for burials in Greater Vancouver? Could you use advice for pre-planning funerals and other final wishes? Listen to the entire podcast now, and then if you have questions about the topic, or a personal experience to share, please leave it in the section below. We’d love to discuss these things with you.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services has more than 100 years of experience in providing thoughtful, dedicated services to families dealing with loss. If you are ready to take care of funeral pre-arrangements, have additional questions about their services, or are dealing with a loss, please contact them at their Vancouver office.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services

Vancouver: Funeral Services Centre
3398 Dunbar Street
Vancouver, BC Canada V6S 2C1
Telephone Number: 778.330.7799
Toll Free Number: 1.800.382.2901
Fax Number: 778.330.7633

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*http://www.vancouversun.com/Metro+Vancouver+cemeteries+grapple+with+ways+meet+demand+space/8573093/story.html