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How do I get a death certificate?

How do I get a death certificate?

Every time someone is born, gets married, or passes away, it is required by law to register the occasion with the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages. There are two things that need to happen before a death can be registered: Firstly, the regular doctor of the...

Repatriation

The time of a loved one’s death is always difficult; when it is overseas or interstate it only complicates matters further. Most people find repatriation an overwhelming notion, however, it is not as difficult as one might imagine. Whether international or interstate,...

How do I choose a funeral home?

How do I choose a funeral home?

So, how do you go about choosing a funeral director? When is the best time to do so? After all, with over 50 funeral homes to choose from in the metropolitan area, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer number of decisions that need to be made. Add to that when you...

What If I Don’t Have A Minister Or A Celebrant?

What If I Don’t Have A Minister Or A Celebrant?

The celebrant or minister who leads the service is a vital part of your loved one’s funeral ceremony. Just as with a wedding, they lead the service and will work with you prior to ensure you get a ceremony that reflects your loved one exactly as you wish. However,...

Eco Friendly Funerals Perth

What is an Eco-Friendly Funeral? As eco-awareness has increased globally, we see that the decision to live a greener life is leading to more eco-conscious decisions around death. Many are seeking to understand the best ways to plan an ethical funeral. There are many...

Writing a Eulogy – Let Us Help You

Writing a Eulogy – Let Us Help You

Writing a eulogy for your loved one is a daunting task. How can we sum up the life and the impact someone has had on us in just a few minutes? Eulogies are about paying your respects in a beautiful and public way, so it is important to come up with a way to say what’s...

Inside the Funerals of Different Cultures

Inside the Funerals of Different Cultures

When we think of funerals in Australia, we probably think of common westernised practices. Mourners dress in black and sit solemnly in church pews or chairs as they listen to eulogies for the deceased and weep. The body is buried according to tradition and...

Suicide – The Ones Left Behind

Suicide – The Ones Left Behind

When a loved one takes their own life, the emotions that you experience can be heart-wrenching. You might be consumed by not only grief but also guilt, left wondering if there was something you could have done to prevent their death. If you are facing life after the...

Gone Too Soon – Dying Young

Gone Too Soon – Dying Young

Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu said, “The flame that burns twice as bright burns half as long.” When we lose someone young, it sometimes feels that their life burned all the more brightly before being extinguished. The death of the young, including babies, children,...

Coping with Death and Dying – Providing Emotional Support

Coping with Death and Dying – Providing Emotional Support

Dying or dealing with the death of a loved one can be an emotionally devastating process. In both instances, a person may experience the same stages of grief as described by Swiss psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross. Understanding the five stages of grief and knowing...

Get in touch for more information about Perth funerals and keepsake urns

It is our responsibility to ensure we meet your individual requirements in any way we possibly can. For more information on burials, cremations or any of our other services, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Because you never know when you’re going to need us, our team is available to contact 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We can talk you through the services and processes of a funeral with a dedication to quality of care, and answer any questions you have. Call us on (08) 9459 2846 or alternatively, send an email to info@hetheringtonfunerals.com.au.

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