Connelly-McKinley Funeral Homes
10011 114 St NW T5K 1R5 Edmonton, AB, Canada

We know you are tired and stretched beyond human capacity caring for those who need you now more than ever Today we honour you and thank you

A few more sneak peeks at the renovations taking place at our St. Albert location We still have a ways to go but we are excited our families will have so many spaces to have personal and unique services to honour their loves ones

Cremation Options and Considerations People choose cremation for a variety of reasons. Some do so based on environmental considerations, while others have philosophical or religious reasons. Still others choose cremation because they feel that it is less complicated than burial. Whatever the reason, it is important to know, that like burial, there are a variety of options available with cremation.... We have people calling us every day who ask the question.What is the cost of cremation there? This is a difficult question to answer when there are so many options. Nothing about cremation is really basic. Many people believe that by choosing cremation that their choices for a service of remembrance will be limited. That is simply not so. Like burial, most families that choose cremation hold private family good-byes, gatherings, formal or informal services, which help the bereaved cope with the loss of a loved one and starts them on their healing journey. For more information on all your options please visit our website https://www.connelly-mckinley.com/cremation-options/ Or call our Planning Division at 780-590-0626 for a no cost, no obligation consultation and quote

What common mistakes do people make when pre-planning final arrangements? The most common mistake that people make is failing to get the advice of a Funeral Pre-planning Specialist. Many people are afraid to talk to these professionals because they are not comfortable talking about their own mortality. Friends, family, and other professionals are important sources of information, but as with most things, the best advice comes from those that work in their area of expertis...e every day. Failing to discuss their plans with their loves ones is another common mistake. As a rule, final arrangement planning should not exclude loved ones whether the planning is done in advance or at the time of need. This is a last and final memory that everyone will have and so it is important that all things and everyone is considered. Assisting in the planning process helps loved ones come to terms with the realities of death in a healthy and natural manner. Many people feel that by planning ahead, the family will skip the process of funeral planning and grieving. Nothing could be further from the truth. The purpose of the funeral, which can be from the very traditional to as unconventional as you prefer, is to allow surviviours a time and place to grieve their loss. They will be surrounded by people who care for them and that will also help heal their hearts. We have made many changes within our funeral home to accommodate and acknowledge this for our families. From small intimate spaces to say good-bye, to allowing more people to be involved creating an event that families will carry in their hearts forever. The one thing that Covid-19 has bestowed upon all of us is the fact that we may not be able to say goodbye and we now know that when something is taken away, that is when we cherish it most. More families now are looking for ways to have that final moment of peace and calm and as a funeral home, we have pivoted to meet their needs. Our new Life Journey Tributes were created by families for families. If you want more information on pre-planning, call us at 780-590-0626 or download our resource guide from our website https://www.connelly-mckinley.com/funeral-and-cremation.../ See more

If I preplan my funeral, will it be followed? What are my guarantees? When possible, the answer is yes. However, pre-arranging does not absolutely guarantee that all arrangements will in fact be carried out as planned. There is no advance way of knowing exactly when, where, how, or under what circumstances death will come, or what services or merchandise will be available in the future.... If the merchandise that you prepaid for is not available at the time of death, under the Alberta Funeral Service Regulatory Board regulations, if a funeral home cannot provide the exact merchandise that you pre-arranged, they must provide an equal or better value product or service. Your executor or representative will have the right to choose the suitable goods or services to be substituted. These unknown factors can alter original plans and all funeral homes work with families every day to ensure all families are satisfied with the result of a pre-arrangement. With everything considered, pre-arranging is a sound tentative plan that will be carried out to the fullest extent possible and will give your family peace of mind in knowing that they are following what you would have wanted and not guessing. Not only that, but you will also have the costs locked from the day of arranging so there be a significant savings compared to doing things at the time of death. Should you want more information on planning in advance call our Licensed Planning Specialists at 780-590-0626 or download our Planning Guide at https://www.connelly-mckinley.com/funeral-and-cremation-re/

Another month has begun. As we move into the winter months, the days are shorter and darker. Some of our friends or neighbours may be finding it especially difficult to cope this year.... Let's all be more kind, more compassionate and watch each others backs. Let's make a point of waving and saying good day to everyone we see. Let's all brighten up the darkness for all of us, because a smile and kind word shared, will lift our spirits as well. Welcome November