Stephen Wilson of Warwick Funerals has a positive and simple guide for anyone considering plans for their own funeral, or for loved ones.
Speaking at the Rose City Probus Club recently, Stephen gave warm and encouraging ‘tips’ for making a sometimes-difficult path a much simpler one and explained why it is so important to plan a funeral, and to keep it relevant and unique for the person departed.
“Remember the four R’s …. a funeral service allows loved ones and friends the opportunity to fully Realise the person has departed. It also brings opportunity to Remember the person respectfully, to Receive honour for the person and support for those left behind, and Release the person from their tangible presence amongst us. In other words – to say a respectful and healthy goodbye,” Stephen said.
“For these reasons, everyone should take time to consider carefully a plan for their funeral and speak about it with family or friends who would take responsibility to see it through when the time comes.
“This is a great support for those left behind, who are often dealing with grief and for some, thoughts about their own future.”
Should family or friends be needing to take care of funeral arrangements, it is suggested to remain mindful of what would be respectful for the departed, and for those present for the service.
Music and photo PowerPoints have become a very important part of funerals and ideally reflect personal likes of the person being honoured and highlights.
Funeral directors do their work with great care and treat every customer as individuals with specific requests. An appointment with them will have all aspects of the funeral taken care of if you need it – including medical paperwork, booking of venue, ministers and celebrants, cemetery, and after-service catering if required.
Stephen finished with emphasising the importance to “take the time to prepare your plan carefully. Talk it over with family or friends if that makes it easier. It is a most important day for you and your loved ones.”
Rose City Probus Club meets every third Wednesday of the month at the Granary – behind Dairy Lounge at the Factory Precinct, to hear interesting guest speakers, enjoy ‘home baked’ morning tea with plenty of conversation time and planning for future social outings and trips. Further information can be found by phoning Marion on 0499 267 547, or Leslie on 0427 074 273.
