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 Our trained funeral consultants are available to discuss the funeral arrangements in the privacy of your home or at our premises, whichever is most convenient for you.  |
There are many other cemeteries within the region
including Bannockburn, Bellbrae, Inverleigh, Queenscliff, Rothwell
(Little River) and Winchelsea. Other alternative cremation venues
include Memorial Park - Altona, the Necropolis - Springvale, Fawkner
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 Where the funeral service is to be held is an important aspect of funeral planning. If a person is a member of a religious congregation, the service will usually be held in the local church. The Crematorium Chapel is also available at Geelong Memorial Park. Don't forget, the funeral service can also be held in the family home or any other setting that has significance for you or the deceased person. top |
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 If you are a member of a religious denomination, your priest or minister will most likely be the obvious person to conduct the funeral service. Civil celebrants (male and female) are also available to conduct funeral services. Celebrants can adapt the type of service you want with or without a religious dimension. top |
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 The use of symbols in a funeral service can enhance significant aspects of a person's life. A Flag draped over a coffin, the playing of the Last Post, and the red poppies used in the RSL tribute, speak to us of a person's contribution to his or her country. Academic, sporting or community achievement awards also tell us what has been achieved in a person's life. Art, craft, other artifacts and hobbies add to the dimension of the person whose life is being acknowledged. top |
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 Music often speaks to our hearts - especially in a funeral service. The use of music usually sets the emotional tone of the service. Music can be played from tapes or CD's, or by engaging musicians who play organs, guitars, keyboards, bagpipes, the bugle - even a harp. Choirs, singers, and soloists can also be arranged for a service. top |
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The Life Style Funeral Company is able to offer you a new and innovative way of presenting a visual overview of a person's life. This can be done by scanning photos of the person and setting the photo presentation to a favourite piece of music. This audio visual presentation is a very moving sequence in the funeral service. It gives people the opportunity to review the times and the life of the deceased person. |
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 You can usually choose a favourite flower or combination of flowers and colours for a floral sheaf. Single flowers, or a bunch tied with a ribbon can also be used. Instead of sending flowers, sometimes families prefer to invite friends to make a donation to a particular service in memory of the person who has died. We will ensure that envelopes for donations are available at the service (and are delivered securely afterwards). top |
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Life Style also provides a unique Federation Casket Cover to keep
costs low and provide a high quality presentation of the coffin
on the day of the funeral. |
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 Some people find it extremely helpful to view their loved one at some point before the funeral. This special time is an opportunity to say goodbye, and prepare yourself for the funeral. Most people find it to be a comforting experience, and of help in coming to terms with the death of their loved one. Appointments for viewings can be made at the time of the arrangement. top
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 Death and funeral notices are usually placed in the major and/or local newspapers. These advise family members and friends that a death has occurred, and give specific details of the funeral arrangements. top
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 The offering of refreshments after a funeral can be regarded as an important socialising time following the funeral. Catering for refreshments at venues can be arranged through local organisations and caterers. This can be done by you, or by us on your behalf. top
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 When a person has been cremated, their remains can be interred in attractive commemorative areas in most cemeteries. These include rose gardens, native gardens, wall niches or other features depending on the particular cemetery. Plaques can be ordered through the Geelong Cemeteries Trust, and by negotiation with the administrators of other cemeteries. top
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 Funeral service vehicles appropriate to the service being held are included in the price of the service fee. top
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