Funerals are significant and moving events, but each family is unique, with distinct needs, values, and cultural or spiritual beliefs. At Aeterna Funeral Complex, we offer a range of personalized funeral services, including traditional funeral services, cremation and celebrations of life.

Discover what characterizes the different types of ceremonies and how they can be adapted to your specific needs to commemorate the memory of your loved one.

 

What is a traditional funeral service?

 

Traditional funerals are a classic form of funeral ceremony, usually associated with a religious or cultural ritual. It often includes a wake, followed by a ceremony in the presence of the deceased's body. The funeral concludes with the burial or cremation of the body.

Families who choose a traditional funeral usually wish to honor the memory of the deceased according to specific rites. This type of ceremony allows them to pay tribute to the departed in a solemn and respectful setting.

At Aeterna Funeral Complex, we organize traditional funeral services in a modern, elegant environment. Our premises are adapted to offer a soothing space where every detail is considered to meet the family's expectations.

 

What is a celebration of life?

 

Unlike the traditional funeral, the celebration of life focuses on commemoration and memories linked to the individual, rather than on sadness of loss. This type of ceremony is more flexible and can be customized to the preferences of the deceased and their family. Although not exclusive to cremation, the celebration of life is often associated to it.

At Aeterna Funeral Complex, we offer families the opportunity to personalize every aspect of the ceremony, from musical selections to video testimonials to distinctive memorial events. This allows us to make the celebration of life a meaningful moment, as well as to pay tribute to the deceased in a unique way.

 

Differences between traditional funerals and a celebration of life

 

Ceremony's tone

• Traditional funeral services often have a solemn, ritualistic tone.
• Celebrations of life generally focuses on happy memories and love for the deceased.

 

Personalization

• Traditional funeral services often follow a stricter structure, with few modifications possible.
• Celebrations of life allow for greater freedom of personalization, with elements such as video tributes, personal speeches and specific commemorative events.

 

Venue and setting

• Traditional funeral services usually take place in a formal setting, such as a church or chapel.
• Celebrations of life can take place in a variety of settings, such as a garden or a home. It can even be held virtually.

 

Personalize your celebration of life with Aeterna Funeral Complex

 

At Aeterna Funeral Complex, we believe that every life deserves a personalized celebration. We're there to support you through every step of the planning process to ensure that your service is exactly what you want it to be. We offer a wide range of personalization options, including:

• Choices of music and decor to suit the personality of the deceased.
• Creation of video tributes or virtual books of condolence.
• The possibility of an online ceremony to allow family and friends from afar to participate.

 

Why choose Aeterna Funeral Complex for personalized funeral services in Montreal?

 

By choosing Aeterna Funeral Complex to guide you, you are opting for excellence in funeral services. We'll help you create an experience that truly reflects the individuality of the deceased, while offering support and comfort to you and your loved ones.

Our multilingual services also ensure that every family, whatever their language or beliefs, can enjoy the experience in a way that respects their values.

 

Testimonials from families supported by Aeterna Complex

 

“We would like to express our thanks to all the members of the Aeterna Complex’s team. We are very satisfied with what they did for the funeral. It was thanks to their help that we were able to complete the last stage of our loved one's life and that he was left in peace. This has brought us great comfort during our time of grief. We sincerely thank them.”

- Mr. Qin's family

 

“We sincerely thank you for accompanying us in our celebration of the life of our beloved mother. The ceremony took place in a spirit of love and conviviality, and the participants had some very beautiful words for this new form of contemplation. Thanks to the celebrant for his compassion and humor. He knew how to relax people while paying tribute to life and faith. Once again, thank you for your professionalism, and thank you to the entire Aeterna team.”

- Yves and Lyne P.

 

Plan a celebration of life or traditional funerals at Aeterna Complex

 

Whether you're looking to plan a traditional funeral service or a celebration of life in Montreal, please contact us today. Our qualified team will guide you through every step of the process to ease your burden and ensure a fitting tribute to your loved one.

Contact our team for more information about our personalized funeral services in the Greater Montreal area. Find out how we can help you create a funeral or celebration of life that honors the memory of your loved one.

 

FAQ (frequently asked questions)

 

What are the steps involved in a traditional funeral service in Montreal?

The stages of a traditional funeral service include preparation of the body, a wake (if desired), the religious or non-religious ceremony, and burial or cremation of the body. Aeterna Funeral Complex is there to support you every step of the way, ensuring that everything goes according to your wishes.

 

How can I personalize a celebration of life at Aeterna Funeral Complex?

We provide a wide variety of options to personalize your celebration of life. This includes selecting memorable music, video tributes or speeches. We also offer virtual services for those who can't be physically present.

 

How much does it cost to organize a traditional funeral in Montreal?

Funerals vary in cost depending on the services chosen, but we offer flexible options to suit every budget. Contact us for a personalized quote.

 

How much does it cost to organize a celebration of life in Montreal?

As with traditional funerals, the cost of organizing a celebration of life varies according to the services chosen. Contact us for a quote tailored to your needs and budget.

 

What funeral services does the Aeterna Funeral Complex offer?

Aeterna Funeral Complex offers complete and personalized funeral services to meet the needs of families in the Greater Montreal area. Our services include organizing funeral ceremonies and celebrations of life, planning funeral prearrangements, cremation, choosing funeral urns and funeral monuments. We are committed to honouring the memory of the deceased in accordance with their wishes, while supporting the bereaved family.