McCartney Family Funerals Blog
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Helpful information to help you along your funeral planning journey. McCartney Family Funerals is based in Underwood, Queensland. We are family-orientated, experienced funeral directors offering funeral services and more.
McCartney Family Funerals Blog
2y ago
In Australia, a traditional burial is usually preceded by a funeral service at a chapel, church or other venue, followed generally by a short intimate gathering by the graveside. A few words are said, some music is played, and the coffin is laid to rest in the ground. Often just ..read more
McCartney Family Funerals Blog
2y ago
The anniversary of a loved one’s death can be a very emotional period, as the passing of time and the rolling on of the lives around you brings feeling of loss into sharp focus. But the passing of time is inevitable, and even as the years pass, enduring the anniversary ..read more
McCartney Family Funerals Blog
2y ago
Attending a funeral may bring mixed emotions and uncertainty, especially if you are not in the direct family circle of the person who has died. Here are a few ideas to help you navigate your way through the minefield of emotions and hopefully answer any questions you may have on ..read more
McCartney Family Funerals Blog
2y ago
The funeral procession is the name given to the line of cars that mourners drive, usually on the way from the church or chapel to the cemetery. The idea behind a funeral procession is two-fold. The body needs to be moved to the burial site or crematorium, but also, the ..read more
McCartney Family Funerals Blog
2y ago
Choosing a funeral director to use is a decision often made in a time of stress when grief may cloud your judgement. It’s not uncommon to feel a pressure to get every detail of the service and burial or cremation perfect as a final obligation to the family member you ..read more
McCartney Family Funerals Blog
2y ago
Funeral floral arrangements can make a big difference to the feeling or ambience at a funeral and there are several things to consider when deciding the types of flowers and the styles of floral arrangements to order for a funeral. Flowers can be chosen by style – formal, relaxed, wildflowers ..read more
McCartney Family Funerals Blog
2y ago
If you live an eco-friendly life, chances are you might be considering an environmentally-friendly death. Fortunately, in Australia, there are several options to deal with human remains that are both kind to the planet and readily accessible. Both burial and cremation have pros and cons but both are considered fairly ..read more
McCartney Family Funerals Blog
2y ago
If you are planning your own funeral, choosing a funeral song can be the ultimate way to leave mourners with a real sense of your personality, humor or sentiment. If you are planning the funeral of a loved one, the funeral song is an import part of the service that ..read more
McCartney Family Funerals Blog
2y ago
Choosing a funeral director to use is a decision often made in a time of stress when grief may cloud your judgement. It’s not uncommon to feel a pressure to get every detail of the service and burial or cremation perfect as a final obligation to the family member you ..read more
McCartney Family Funerals Blog
2y ago
Understanding exactly how your loved one is cared for and the role of the funeral director in preparations can go a long way to easing any concerns you may have after a friend or relative has died. Depictions of the funeral industry on television may confuse your understanding of the ..read more