Sands Funeral Chapels

Make arrangements: Meet with the Sands Funeral Chapels funeral director to make arrangements for the funeral, including selecting a date and time, choosing a casket or urn, and deciding on any special requests or religious ceremonies.

Plan the service: Work with the Sands Funeral Chapels to plan the funeral service, including selecting readings, music, and speakers. Consider any special requests or traditions that the deceased may have wanted.

DNA preservation: Check with Sands Funeral Chapels about collecting and preserving a small sample of a deceased individual's DNA. This can be used for a range of purposes, including genealogy research, paternity testing, and forensic identification.

Cremation and burial: Sands Funeral Chapels can provide cremation services, including the use of a crematorium and urns for ashes...and also assist with arranging for burial, including the purchase of a burial plot and a casket.

Viewing and visitation: Sands Funeral Chapels will provide space for friends and family to gather and pay their respects to the deceased.

Grief support: Offering resources and support to help Victoria, British Columbia families and loved ones cope with their grief and begin the healing process.