While there are several reasons an individual or family may choose cremation, price is often a determining or contributing factor. Philadelphia cremation costs are just a fraction of burial costs. Generally, even selected with a funeral service, a funeral and cremation costs less than a funeral and burial. (more…)
Funerals should be as individual as the people they honor. A faith-based funeral and burial is the best choice for a family that finds strength and meaning in the traditions and rhythm of their faith. The selection of readings and hymns can bring great peace and comfort.
For others, the simplicity of cremation is the right choice. Many choose a corresponding memorial service, uniquely created to reflect the deceased, at a convenient gathering time. A memorial service following cremation may be as simple as a backyard barbecue, as elegant as a choreographed service in a formal room with live music, or as natural as the words of loved ones spoken on a hill as ashes are scattered.
For the veteran who honorably served our great country, a funeral or memorial service should reflect that devotion, and employ symbols of duty and country. We help families take advantage of federal benefits for a veteran funeral and burial. (more…)
Funerals are often steeped in the traditions of culture and faith. Religion provides specific rules for handling of the deceased, the service, and burial. It is important for a full service funeral home to be aware of different faith traditions and respect them.
At Donohue Funeral Home, we take pride in our expertise and ability to meet the needs of any faith service. We know that the body handling and timing of a Muslim funeral is significantly different than that of a Jewish funeral or a Christian funeral. From the timing to the funeral service to the burial, our experienced staff is ready to meet any need and ensure that we honor faith traditions. In this, as with every need, we encourage families to ask questions and clearly define their wishes. We’re here to help.