At Crématorium Montréal, we understand the importance of commemorating a loved one in a way that is both meaningful and personal. Whether it’s through memorial jewelry, farewell ceremony reliquaries or ritual gatherings, any way is a good way to celebrate and preserve the memory of those who have left us.

In this article, we present the various commemorative product options offered by Crématorium Montréal as well as suggestions for celebrations to honour the memory of a loved one.

 

The importance of commemorative gestures

Commemorating the passing of a loved one is an essential step in the grieving process. Remembering a loved one through rituals or commemorative objects can provide significant emotional benefits to those who are grieving.

Commemorative gestures not only maintain the connection with the deceased, but also create a space for recollection and emotional support for the living.

Commemoration enables families to come together, share memories and celebrate the life and their love of the deceased. This collective act of remembrance strengthens the bonds between loved ones and provides a great source of comfort to the bereaved.

 

Commemorative jewellery: a keepsake to wear close to your heart

For some people, leaving the ashes of a departed loved one at the cemetery or columbarium is not an option. Instead, they feel the need to keep their loved one close to them at all times. For these people, memorial jewellery is the ideal choice.

At Crématorium Montréal, we offer a range of surgical stainless steel reliquary pendants. This commemorative jewellery lets you keep your loved one’s ashes with you, thereby transforming their memory into a tangible legacy that you can wear every day.

Available in dozens of symbols, these pendants can be chosen according to what best reflects your loved one’s unique personality. For example, a heart-shaped pendant can symbolize eternal love, while a tree of life represents continuity and renewal.

The advantage of reliquary jewellery is that since only a small portion of the ashes are inserted, it offers many loved ones the opportunity to keep a memento of their loved one close to their heart.

Discover all our reliquary options.

 

Reliquaries and other ash preservation options

We offer a variety of receptacles for preserving the ashes, adapted to the needs and preferences of each family. Our reliquaries, for example, are available in a number of styles and materials, including candle holders and pebbles in a variety of colours and shapes.

In addition to traditional urns, we offer biodegradable urns, designed to grow a tree with the ashes. This type of urn creates a living memorial with meaningful symbolism.

We also offer keepsakes such as crystals, canvases, flower vases and lanterns with the ashes embedded in the glass. These items are available in a wide range of colours, allowing you to personalize them in the image of the deceased.

 

Farewell ceremonies: coming together to better recoup

Whether you opt for burial or cremation, the ritual aspect of the funeral process plays an important role in the grieving process. These moments of coming together allow you not only to say a final good-bye, but also to strengthen family ties and find comfort in the presence of loved ones.

Whatever the scale of the celebration of life, what’s important is that it reflects the personality, life and values of the person being honoured. For example, organizing a small ceremony with readings, prayers or songs that were meaningful to the deceased can strengthen family ties and offer comfort.

As Lucie Marsolais, Executive Director of Crématorium Montréal, explains:

“Cremation for Crématorium Montréal is a different way of celebrating life. It’s less solemn, but also not as heavy. We’ll share memories, talk about the life of our departed loved one, reminisce about the good times we’ve had together, and even laugh and toast his or her health!”

Crématorium Montréal allows you to organize a farewell ceremony in our funeral home. Families can attend the cremation and gather together for a final farewell. We also offer an on-site reception room, where loved ones can get together and share memories over a meal provided by the caterer of their choice.

 

Annual commemorations: keeping their memory alive

It’s also possible to organize an annual commemoration, on the anniversary of a loved one’s birth or death. Planning an annual visit to the place where the ashes are kept, whether at home, in a columbarium, or in a cemetery, can become a meaningful tradition. This time can be dedicated to reflection, sharing memories and celebrating the life of the deceased.

If the ashes were scattered in a special place, such as a garden or forest, why not organize an outdoor day of remembrance? This can be a beautiful way to remember the deceased, while enjoying nature. You could also plant a tree or flowers in honour of your loved one each year in the place where the ashes were scattered.

Did your loved one like to entertain? You could organize an annual dinner where you get together as a family to prepare his or her favourite dishes. This provides an opportunity for loved ones to come together and share memories over a good meal.

 

Crématorium Montréal: your partner in commemoration

Choosing Crématorium Montréal for your cremation and funeral service needs means opting for a human and personalized approach, adapted to each family and each story.

To learn more about our commemorative products or to plan a cremation, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to support you through these difficult times and to help you pay tribute to your loved ones.