Death is a scary topic for many, not only the thought of dying, but also the questions about what happens to someone’s body after they die. What happens, for example, to your loved one after the arrive at the funeral home? Hearing what happens can relieve your fear of the unknown.

Not knowing what happens to a person’s body after they die can bring on stress about making funeral arrangements. Would you like a trained professional to give you peace of mind and answer your questions?

If you want to know more about caring for the deceased, then listen to this episode of Forever in their Hearts, where host Erik Reynolds talks with Valerie Martell, Director of Operations for Martin Brothers Funeral Services in Vancouver about what happens to your loved one lost at the funeral home.

Families play a role in how their loved one is cared for before a burial or cremation following a memorial service. This interview is a chance to learn more about what happens during that time.

What Happens to Our Loved Ones?

The episode kicks off with Valerie explaining what goes on during the time between someone entering Martin Brothers’ care and the time for the burial or cremation.

Next Valerie shares what happens when Martin Brothers receives a loved one lost who died at their home and examples of how they try to make you feel comfortable during the process.

If someone close to you passes away, then knowing what happens to their body at the funeral chapel before the service can help relieve stress and allow you to focus on grieving.

The Fine Details of Funeral Preparation

Then Valerie segues into some of the fine details of funeral preparation by the staff at the funeral home. For example, she gives answers to questions such as:

- How does the funeral home maintain a deceased person’s dignity?
- Why do I need to bring in clothing if there’s no public viewing?
- How can I know the funeral chapel has my loved one in their care?

Now ask yourself these two questions: Do I have concerns about funeral preparation? Do I want to know more about how someone is cared for after they die? If you answered “Yes” then this podcast can help offer you peace of mind concerning the topic.

Placing Sentimental Items in the Coffin

Then Valerie segues into how the funeral home accommodates families who wish to put some kind of sentimental object, like a letter, into the casket with their loved one lost.

Valerie goes on to explain how placing sentimental items into the coffin is worked into the viewing process. She also explains different features on coffins that help facilitate this kind of eulogy.

No two people are alike, which means no two funerals are alike. You can rest assured, however, that Martin Brothers gives equal attention to each person entrusted to their care.

Valerie wraps things up by sharing her final thoughts on how your loved one is cared for before the funeral.

Who Will Care for Your Loved Ones Lost?

Has your family decided which funeral home will care for them in case of a tragic event? Do you have questions about what this care includes? Listen to the podcast now, and then share your concerns in the space below where we can discuss them together.

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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