Understanding Embalming: The Clinical Care of a Loved One After Death
At Osborne’s Funeral Directors, we understand that losing a loved one brings with it a flood of decisions, many of which can feel overwhelming.
Rotorua Death Café
This is a great an opportunity for you to come along and discuss death and dying in a safe environment and get answers to any questions you have.
5 Reasons To Pre-Plan Your Funeral
Planning your funeral in advance can minimise uncertainty, assist your loved ones in fulfilling your desires, and reassure you of having your arrangements made ahead of time.
7 Tips On Social Media Etiquette When Someone Passes Away
In recent years, it has become increasingly common for individuals to express their feelings of grief or sadness over the loss of a loved one through online platforms.
Thoughtful Sympathy Gift Ideas
If someone close to you has lost a loved one, you may feel unsure of how to express your sympathy.
Four Funeral Trends Here to Stay
Funeral trends have evolved over time, bringing new values, traditions and perspectives about honouring their loved ones.
Cremation in New Zealand
Choosing between cremation or burial is a very personal decision and doing your research to understand what’s involved will help you make a decision that makes you comfortable.
Pre-Planning or Pre-Paying for a funeral – what’s the difference?
People like to plan for significant events in their life, and it makes a lot of sense that more and more people today are choosing to also prearrange their funeral and/or join a prepayment plan.
Tips for Writing a Heartfelt Eulogy
Writing and delivering a eulogy is a fantastic opportunity to participate in a funeral service. Writing a moving, caring and thoughtful summary of someone’s life can be an overwhelming task.
Personalising a Funeral – For the Perfect Send Off
Helping families create a meaningful funeral experience is what drives us to do what we do. It helps start a healthy grieving process and allows families to celebrate life, their way.