Month: December 2025

To Embalm or Not to Embalm – What’s the Deal?

To Embalm or Not to Embalm – What’s the Deal? Blog To Embalm Or Not To Embalm

When someone dies, movies often paint a serene picture, soft lighting, peaceful expression, maybe even a gentle smile. Reality? It’s not quite like that. In real life, death can look very different. Tubes and hospital equipment might still be attached, muscles stiffen, and features don’t always fall into a calm pose. Sometimes there’s an odour, […]

Should I have a Funeral or Memorial? – Finding the Right Way to Honour a Life

Should I have a Funeral or Memorial? – Finding the Right Way to Honour a Life Funeral Or Memorial

At H Morris, we often hear the question: What’s the difference between a funeral and a memorial? It’s a good question, because while both are about honouring someone’s life, they do so in very different ways. A funeral usually happens soon after a person passes away. It’s a celebration of the person’s life with the casket […]