Private Viewing of the body in our crematory’s’ chapel for 50 people, followed by witness cremation. Family and friends are able to accompany the body of their loved one every step of the way – to the cremation chamber and as the body is inserting. With a push of a button, they can close the gate behind the casket and with another push of the button they can even ignite the fire that starts the cremation process if they so chose.
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Ziri Rideaux, Owner and Funeral Director, grew up in her family tradition of Shamanism which includes communication with the ancestors who are highly honored and frequently consulted for guidance. In her early twenties, Ziri volunteered in various hospices and accompanied about 200 dying people through their transitions. After losing both parents and a number of close friends to cancer, Ziri became acutely aware of the lack of support for the dying and their loved ones in our current society. She conceived FRIENDS Funeral Home in order to help people embrace the dying process in natural ways, without fear and awkwardness. Ziri’s hope is to make death a profoundly meaningful experience for all involved that brings people closer together and reaffirms the beauty and value of life AND death.
