Burial Services
Losing a loved one is an emotional journey that requires compassion, sensitivity, and understanding. At Catholic Cemeteries of Ottawa-Cornwall, we are dedicated to supporting you through this challenging time by attending to every aspect of the burial process with the empathy and care your loved one deserves.
Our team is committed to honouring the life of your loved one by handling every detail with the utmost respect and professionalism. From the moment you contact us, we will guide you through the process, providing personalized assistance and thoughtful advice to help you make the best decisions for your family’s needs.
We're committed to:
Compassionate guidance: Our experienced team is here to guide you through every detail of the burial process with compassion. We understand the importance of traditions during this time and want to help you best honour your loved one.
Comfort: We prioritize making all of our cemeteries comfortable spaces for family and friends to share memories and condolences and find solace in each other’s company during burials.
Professional care: We adhere to the highest standards of professionalism and transparency so that you can rest assured that your loved ones are treated with the utmost care and respect throughout the burial process.
Burial Process
Before the burial, we must ensure that the proper documentation is on file as prescribed by provincial legislation and that we have received permission from the Interment Rights Holder to bury the deceased. Once these administrative tasks are complete, we can then schedule the date of the burial. On the day of the burial, our team is responsible for both opening and closing the grave after the casket is lowered or the cremated remains are placed in the grave.
The rite of final commendation and farewell is celebrated after the funeral Mass. This rite takes place only when the body or cremated remains are present.
Choosing Burial
Burial is one of the most common ways of handling earthly remains. At Catholic Cemeteries of Ottawa-Cornwall, we’re here to help walk you through every step of the decision-making process so that you can make an informed choice for yourself or a loved one.
When pursuing a burial, you want to consider:
- Personal and Cultural Beliefs: Different religious and cultural beliefs surround funeral customs, so consider them carefully when making your choice. There may be specific guidelines to follow when choosing a burial that differs from other options.
- Final Disposition Offerings: Consider the location of the burial. You want to carefully choose a plot that appeals to you or would appeal to your loved one.
- Memorialization: Burials will traditionally have a headstone or plaque, so you will need to make a careful choice of what will be engraved on it and what it will look like to best honour the deceased.
If you need help choosing a burial service, we’re here to provide valuable insights and help you and your family proceed with a process that suits your needs during this time.
Cultural and Religious Considerations
While burials are a very common service within the Catholic Church, specific faiths and traditions may have unique requirements for those who have passed. At Catholic Cemeteries of Ottawa-Cornwall, we accept all religions and beliefs and will help you find suitable arrangements to honour your loved ones with the dignity that they deserve.
For more information about our services in all regions, contact us today.
