If a family member has died, you’ll know that a lot of anguish is removed just by knowing exactly what to do. Someone who has a funeral form with their details filled in can spare the family a lot of uncertainty. You might…

Today the world is a much smaller place. People die in cities far from home and require transport back home. Death can occur anywhere, anytime, and Transport to a Funeral can be a problem. When difficult times come, you need a funeral plan…

What is an Aron? An Aron is a simple Jewish casket constructed of wood. Aron is a Yiddish word meaning chest, box, or ark. Every human being is equal. So, unfortunately, in death, this same thought does not seem to apply. Some people die…

Death in South Africa isn’t cheap. In 2016 the average funeral can cost about R12 000. Even with AVBOB, known for their cheap funerals, their cheapest funeral package is in the region of R10 000. The South African Funeral Assurance is a large,…

The memorial service for a departed loved one can be a burden on those left behind. Rather than undergo the stress of planning and catering, why not leave all the arrangements in the hands of dedicated professionals? Here is our recommended list of…

Lay your loved ones to rest with the dignity they deserve. Hire a horse-drawn hearse from the Cape Town Carriage Company. Now servicing Cape Town and much of the surrounding area, we offer a compassionate, respectful and also professional service to honour your…

The death of a family member is devastating for those left behind. There is not only the loss of a loved one to cope with but also the often-unexpected financial strain of a funeral. Fortunately, funeral insurance is now widely available, as well…

These days, South Africans are living, working or holidaying in countries around the world. But if the worst should ever happen and a loved one passes away while in a foreign country, what happens to the remains? In the following article, we’ll try…

We live in a world with many different religions, cultures and practices. These impact the way life pans out, even in death. Even when someone has been sick for a long time, their death comes as a shock. And then it’s the funeral.…

There was a time when no-one spoke about funerals. Today, however, because they cost money, people feel the need to talk about and make plans for them. Today you see funeral plan adverts in all media. Read further on for more information about…