Irish Funeral Traditions and Customs Death is a cornerstone of all cultures and communities; the mourning and celebration is something which unites us all. In Ireland, the tradition of the wake has spanned generation and is still common among most Irish families today. It’s a bittersweet way of honouring the life of a departed loved…
Deciding where your physical body will rest after death is not a decision to be taken lightly. Although it’s not something that many of us tend to think about in advance, it’s worth considering as lack of space in certain areas can limit your access to the location you want. At Kilternan Cemetery, we’re noticing…
Who To Notify When Someone Dies When someone close to you passes away, emotions are raw and it can be very difficult to think about the practicalities. But there are some important decisions to make, certain actions to take and there are organisations you will need to notify. We understand that this can be incredibly…
Why plan your own funeral When it comes to those big moments in life, we like to plan. When we get married, it takes on average 18 months to plan the big day. When we have babies, we spend months preparing our homes, our finances and making general arrangements. But when it comes to planning…
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