“The journey doesn’t end here. Death is just another path, one that we must all take.”
JRR Tolkien
Funeral Services: Burial & Cremation
When a loved one passes away, the family left behind has some serious decisions to make. Will we have a cremation or a burial? Where will we have the service? Where will the body lie as we prepare to say goodbye? Dealing with the death and grief is emotional enough. You don’t need to also be overwhelmed with all of the logistical details. The Sonja Smith Elite Funeral Group office in Benoni is there to provide you with personalised funeral services. We know what a trying time it can be. Our desire is to work with you to create the perfect funeral in line with your wishes (and those of the deceased) while taking the organisational responsibility off your shoulders. If you are in the Benoni area and need compassionate assistance with arranging a funeral, the Benoni Franchise will be there to assist.
A burial or cremation?
Before you decide on a type of service, you often have to choose between the burial or cremation of the deceased person. Whether it is the wishes of the deceased, the family’s personal choice, or the religious observance, we respectfully take care of and prepare the body for viewing, interment or cremation.
The perfect service
One of the big decisions that needs to be made is the type of service you and the family want to say your final goodbyes.
We specialise in various unique services:
01 Living Funerals:
Many find the idea of having a living funeral odd. It is, however, a wonderful opportunity to say goodbye, eulogise, and celebrate a life while your loved one is still with you. If you know you don’t have much time left, this type of service can help you help them. It can be an opportunity for your loved ones to prepare for the day that you are no longer there and help them grieve. If you have specific wishes that you do not want a service or memorial after your death, it can also be the perfect opportunity to get together one last time.
02 Evening Funerals:
Funerals have traditionally been held in the morning, but evening funerals are beautiful. The lights are dimmed and candles lit, with many appreciating this custom as a way to remember the deceased. There is a special atmosphere in which people can come to terms with their loss and grief.
03 Infant and Baby Funerals:
The loss of such a small child is particularly difficult to understand. We are keenly aware of how difficult it can be when you have to organise the celebration of a life barely lived. Arranging the funeral can become the final act of caring for your child. We want to help you care for them as best you can.
We specialise in various unique services:
01 Living Funerals:
Many find the idea of having a living funeral odd. It is, however, a wonderful opportunity to say goodbye, eulogise, and celebrate a life while your loved one is still with you. If you know you don’t have much time left, this type of service can help you help them. It can be an opportunity for your loved ones to prepare for the day that you are no longer there and help them grieve. If you have specific wishes that you do not want a service or memorial after your death, it can also be the perfect opportunity to get together one last time.
02 Evening Funerals:
Funerals have traditionally been held in the morning, but evening funerals are beautiful. The lights are dimmed and candles lit, with many appreciating this custom as a way to remember the deceased. There is a special atmosphere in which people can come to terms with their loss and grief.
03 Infant and Baby Funerals:
The loss of such a small child is particularly difficult to understand. We are keenly aware of how difficult it can be when you have to organise the celebration of a life barely lived. Arranging the funeral can become the final act of caring for your child. We want to help you care for them as best you can.
Personalised Funeral Services
Every life is unique, and validating the existence of a person by means of a personalised funeral service can resemble that uniqueness. We will help you personalise the funeral of a loved one whether it is by playing their favourite song, having a specific theme, ensuring particular religious customs are adhered to. We will be there, support you through all of it and make sure your loved one is remembered in a way befitting his/her life.
Religious or Humanist Funeral Services
We are sensitive to how important the funeral rites and practices of different religions are. We are also knowledgeable about what is required for a suitable funeral for various religions and will have everything done in the right custom. If you are not religious, we can ensure that your wishes are respected with a humanist funeral service.
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