Respectable Burial Services in Lethbridge
The longstanding tradition of burial remains the standard in North America today despite the rise of cremation as an alternative. Many families continue to choose burial, valuing its permanence and establishing a family gravesite. From early Egyptians to today, burial has been a preferred practice.
Contrary to common belief, cemetery options are more abundant than ever, offering ample choices. A traditional funeral often includes the presence of the deceased's body or casket, providing a tangible "presence" that adds reverence, dignity, and respect to the service and affirms the reality of the loved one's passing.
Martin Brothers Funeral Services offers dignified burial services and assistance in Lethbridge. Our experienced funeral professionals are here to discuss the options that suit your needs and preferences. Come visit us to see our catalogue and the available burial caskets.
Burial Service Options
A complete traditional burial service typically includes:
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Use of funeral home and facilities
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Clergy, organist, and soloist honorariums
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Professional, personal, and other services
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Obituary notices (estimated)
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Transportation services
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Complete reception (estimated)
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Burial vault or concrete grave liner
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Powerpoint presentation and family DVD
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Family visitation or prayers
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All cemetery opening and closing fees
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Customized stationery
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Monument inscription
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Floral casket spray and 2 matching arrangements
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Complete aftercare program
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Use of funeral coach, lead car, and limousines
Packages
These include:
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Transfer into our private care and restore personal belongings to family
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"Commitment Rose" service, gentle sanitation and care, which may include embalming
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Elegant and private arrangements
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Professional administration and legal compliance
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Dedicated service professionals
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Facilities fee for all services
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Casket and vault as selected
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Regulatory, association, and continuing education fees
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Concierge and premium automotive provision, including formal sedan, funeral coach, and limousine services
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Evening visitation and or prayer service at the venue of your choice
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Traditional funeral or memorial service held at the venue of your choice
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Premium customized stationery package
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Casket spray with two matching floral arrangements
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Obituary notices (local)
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Cemetery fees (credit towards)
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Monument inscription (credit towards)
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Honorariums for clergy/soloists/accompanists/technicians/church and other
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Personalization of service, including a slide show, A/V equipment, DVD production, enlarged photos
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Complete reception for 100 people, including all foods, beverages, linens, services
Learn about Green Burial: Is It for You? What Is It?
Funerals are increasingly personalized to reflect the individual they commemorate, yet many avoid discussing their preferences. According to the Green Burial Society of Canada:
"Green Burial is a declaration of personal values for those aiming to minimize their environmental impact. It offers a spiritually fulfilling alternative to conventional burial or cremation, returning the body to the earth to decompose naturally and nourish new life." - Green Burial Society of Canada (Green Burial Canada)
Whether you opt for traditional burial, cremation, or green burial, understanding your options is crucial. Explore the facts below and choose what aligns with your values and wishes.
The Five Principles of Green Burial
As defined by the Green Burial Society of Canada, green burial involves:
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No embalming: Embracing nature's recycling process without embalming, using environmentally sensitive soaps for preparation.
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Direct earth burial: Interment of un-embalmed remains in a biodegradable shroud or container.
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Ecological restoration and conservation: Planting native ground-cover post-burial to restore and conserve the environment.
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Communal memorialization: Utilizing natural materials for communal memorials instead of individual markers.
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Optimized land use: Minimizing infrastructure to maximize interment capacity and environmental preservation.
Aftercare
After your loved one's services conclude, we meet with families to offer guidance on Aftercare. This includes completing and filing Canada Pension Death Benefit and Old Age Security paperwork, notifying relevant organizations, and providing a step-by-step guide to managing your loved one's affairs. For more details, visit the Public Pensions website.
Have Questions?
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