Honoring Life's Final Journey
Celebrate a Life Well Lived
Join us in commemorating the unique stories and cherished memories of your loved ones with dignity and grace.
Honoring Memories with Compassion
On August 22 2023, Dorren C. was laid to rest at Heritage Gardens Cemetery (a green cemetery environment) in Aldergrove, B.C. There was a small group of family and friends who attended as the deceased was transferred to the gravesite and laid upon a platform of cedar boughs. Everyone had an opportunity to place a red rose upon the deceased before the ceremony began. Doreen’s young grandson brought an Aero chocolate bar which was a favorite and his mother gently placed the candy among the roses. The poem by Elizabeth Frye “Do Sot Stand at my Grave and Weep” was read and greatly appreciated. The funeral staff were very professional and helpful. Afterward, we gathered a short distance away under a large tent to share beverages and treats and memories of Doreen. Good luck, Doreen, on your next adventure.
Ron Chisholm, beloved brother of Bruce and Allen and father to Catrina was celebrated on Monday October 17 at the Celebration Hall-Mountain View Cemetery. Ron’s mother was Scottish and so it was fitting that his Urn was piped into the Hall. Family, friends and colleagues gathered to share their thoughts about Ron. At the front by the podium were some gorgeous flowers, in purple and blues, his favorite colors. I was privileged to read many tributes from his family. His niece put together a lovely DVD with pictures of Ron’s life. So much love in the Hall.
Over seventy family & friends gathered at Wisteria Place in Steveston on Wednesday January 18, 2023 to bid farewell to Terry Thoburn. Terry joined the military when he was only 18. He became an air cadet and when he was 19 he got his wings as the youngest flying officer in Canada at that time. He later became a commercial pilot with CP Air until he retired from Air Canada. Many people paid tribute to Terry, his retired pilot peers, his family and friends. His two grandsons lit a Memorial Candle and both read poetry to honor their grandfather and his love for flying. The facility did a stellar job and despite the sad reason to gather there was much love and laughter amongst the guests. (excerpt from Flying West by Cpt. Michael J. Larkin
“I hope there’s a place, way up in the sky,
Where pilots can go, when they have to die.
A place where a guy can buy a cold beer
For a friend and a comrade, whose memory is dear;”
On to your next adventure, Captain Terry!
“Ted Almas beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend was honored in a beautiful ceremony at the Burnaby Mountain Golf & Country Club on May 30 2022 at 1:30 p:m. The life Ted lived was one full of vitality, humor and kindness. He was eulogized by his wife, Margie, brother, brother-in-law, daughter, co-worker and grandchildren. The banquet room was beautifully surrounded by the lovely lush greenery of the course. Such a wonderful man to have known and a blessing to those who did. Peace be with the family and all friends.”
Thank you, Kim, for working with us to honor and celebrate Ted’s life.
Through our meetings and phone calls you spent hours crafting a personal and meaningful service.
Your delivery was charming and sincere, making the ceremony warm and comforting for his family and friends during this difficult time.
I am grateful that you introduced us to the candle lighting, a way for our family to include and celebrate Ted in special family occasions going forward.
On Saturday September 26th 2020 at 1:00 the family bid farewell to their Mum, sister, Grandma and friend. Dixie passed away almost a year ago October and so the farewell in her honor was a long time in coming.
Despite the inclement weather a small group gathered at Bear Creek Park in Surrey to say good-bye. Dixie was present in her Urn upon a table which was front and centre with flowers and a photo display of her long life. The service began and ended with a traditional Bell Ringing. Although unorthodox, the deceased loved Disney and so a part of the ceremony included a Disney poem which began “….Spaghetti noodles trapped Between doggie lips – In Lady and the Tramp….”. At the conclusion her son was able to read a beautiful tribute written by of Dixie’s best friends.
A sweet service and lots of love was evident.
“Thank you, Kim. Your eulogy was spot on. The poems you picked out were perfect. Everyone praised you in a perfect manner! Would have hugged you pre-Covid”!
Marg’s Urn was surrounded with a beautiful display of long stemmed colorful roses, which as a gardener, Marg would have a appreciated.Blessings and love to her and to all who knew her.
“When our mother passed away during the time of strict Covid-19 restrictions, our family nevertheless felt a need to gather and to lay her ashes to rest. Kim met with the family in advance and helped us plan an intimate graveside interment for the closest family members. She listened carefully as each one of us expressed our thoughts about our mother and our wishes for the respectful goodbye we were seeking to process our grief. She suggested some poetry and biblical passages that appropriately captured our mother’s kind nature and love for her family. At the graveside, Kim incorporated the family’s wishes in a sober, yet lovely ceremony, and she offered some well-chosen words of comfort. It was exactly the healing gathering we needed, combining both religious and secular elements. At Kim’s suggestion, we each said a final goodbye to our beloved mom with a rose.
Thank you, Kim, for creating this memorable occasion to honor our mother!
What Our Families Say
★★★★★
Through our meetings and phone calls you spent hours crafting a personal and meaningful service.
Your delivery was charming and sincere, making the ceremony warm and comforting for his family and friends during this difficult time.
I am grateful that you introduced us to the candle lighting, a way for our family to include and celebrate Ted in special family occasions going forward.
Margie
★★★★★
“Thank you, Kim. Your eulogy was spot on. The poems you picked out were perfect. Everyone praised you in a perfect manner! Would have hugged you pre-Covid”!
Robert H
★★★★★
“When our mother passed away during the time of strict Covid-19 restrictions, our family nevertheless felt a need to gather and to lay her ashes to rest. Kim met with the family in advance and helped us plan an intimate graveside interment for the closest family members. She listened carefully as each one of us expressed our thoughts about our mother and our wishes for the respectful goodbye we were seeking to process our grief. She suggested some poetry and biblical passages that appropriately captured our mother’s kind nature and love for her family. At the graveside, Kim incorporated the family’s wishes in a sober, yet lovely ceremony, and she offered some well-chosen words of comfort. It was exactly the healing gathering we needed, combining both religious and secular elements. At Kim’s suggestion, we each said a final goodbye to our beloved mom with a rose. Thank you, Kim, for creating this memorable occasion to honor our mother!”
Liz.H.