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The power of tribute: How obituaries help in grieving and healing

Everden Rust Funeral Services offers a range of services to help you create a beautiful and meaningful obituary for your loved one
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Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult life experiences one can go through. During this time of sorrow and loss, the complex process of funeral planning is a challenging but necessary consideration. These days, there is an abundance of ways to celebrate the life of the dearly departed, but one tradition that can be the most daunting for some is the writing of an obituary. However, what many may not realize is just how powerful creating a tribute can be in the healing process.

A professional funeral home like Everden Rust Funeral Services can assist in every aspect of the funeral, including the creation and placement of Penticton obituaries. Below are examples of ways obituaries can help in grieving and healing.

Paying tribute

Penticton obituaries allow you to commemorate a person's unique life. Not only can you share basic personal information like date of birth and survivors, but an obituary provides the opportunity to talk about your dear one's personality and characteristics unique to them. It's a chance to talk about the difference they made in this world, and that can be quite therapeutic.

Sharing your loss

An obituary also lets you share this important loss with the community so that others can reach out to offer their condolences and support. In addition, online Kelowna obituaries are a place where those who knew the deceased can share their favourite memories and stories. This process of coming together has the potential to reduce the isolation that is common during periods of loss.

Expressing gratitude

Finally, obituaries are a tool that expresses your gratitude and pride. This outpouring of meaningful emotion can be incredibly cathartic, assisting in the healing process and providing a sense of closure.

Kelowna obituaries are a wonderful way to express your love, admiration and gratitude upon the loss of a close family member or friend. The knowledgeable and caring professionals at Everden Rust Funeral Services can help streamline the process of writing your deceased loved one's obituary by providing guidance on such aspects as gathering information, choosing the right words of expression and even placing your tribute in local publications. 

Contact Everden Rust to learn more about their obituary crafting services and other ways they can assist in the memorialization of your loved one by visiting everdenrust.com or calling 250- 860-6440.