What is the value in viewing?

Viewing is an important time because it reinforces the reality of death. It may not be easy to do but that is okay. Viewing allows family and friends to see that their loved one is at rest and free from pain and discomfort. It gives us a peaceful memory to cherish.

Why is embalming recommended?

Embalming is important for maintaining the health and safety of the public and the funeral home staff. This procedure ensures the preservation of the body from the time of death until disposition and it allows us to create an acceptable physical appearance of the deceased for the visitation time. Certain regulations exist that makes embalming necessary if the body is to be conveyed by public transportation.

How do I get an Official Death Certificate?

British Columbia residents applying for an official death certificate must apply through a local Vital Statistics Agency. There is $27.00 charge for each Death Certificate.

What is a Funeral Director’s Statement of Death?

It is a document supplied by the funeral director that can be used as proof of death in most cases. It contains the name and age of the deceased, the place and date of death, and the name and address of the funeral service provider. It does not include the cause of death.

Are You Competitively Priced?

At Oliveira Funeral Services Ltd. We dedicate ourselves to serving families well. This not only means we strive to assist them in putting together services that will be meaningful to them, it also means we strive to do so in such away as to make things affordable and value added. When some one you love passes away, you don’t want to have to worry about whether or not you are getting the best price. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding our fee and those of our competitors. We honor all Memorial Society Contracts.

How do you make funeral Preplanning?

It is not a difficult or complicated task. Simply call our office and make an appointment or come by for a tour and cup of coffee. There are no fees for preplanning consultation. We provide price quotations on all our products and services without cost or obligation. Preplanning can be made at our Funeral Home or in the privacy of your own home. Your wishes will be recorded in writing and retained on file until needed.

Who Preplans a funeral?

People of all ages.Family members or an executor who is responsible for the care of someone in a nursing home or extended care facility.Family members who are caring for someone terminally ill.Anyone can consider preplanning.

What are the advantages of making Prearrangements?

Peace of mind and the assurance that your wishes are recorded.Preplanning provides an opportunity to ask questions and to get clear and concise answers on all aspects of the funeral.Personal choices can be considered and economic decisions made without emotional stress.Relieves family members of difficult choices at time of death. Preplanning is a practical idea that makes sense.Funeral Preplanning is every bit apart of sensible estate planning as Making a Will is or signing a personal directive.

Can a Preplan funeral be prepaid?

Yes, it’s your choice.Based on the last five decades, we know the cost of cemetery and funeral arrangements will continue to increase. Prepaying allows the costs to be frozen at today’s prices.Payment can be made in installments.You can also Pre-plan without payment.

If I choose to Pre-pay my funeral what Prepayment options do I have?

With a Pre-Need Funeral Trust Plan.Payments can be made by single payment or up to 5 year installments.(with interest free Payments) The funeral home must deposit your funds in trust. The accrued interest growth is applied to any cost increase when the services are required.

What happens when a death occurs at home?

If the death occurs unexpectedly or suddenly, the family should immediately contact the local police and inform them. The Coroner’s Office will be notified by the police and a Coroner will come to the place of the death to investigate the death. The deceased will then be transported to the nearest hospital for further investigation. After their investigation has been completed, the deceased will be released into the care of the funeral home selected by the family.If the death has been anticipated and the deceased was under a physician’s care, it is not necessary to contact the police. The family should advise the attending physician of the death and have the doctor complete a medical certificate of death. The family can also contact a funeral home of their choice to arrange for the transport of the deceased to the funeral home. The funeral home staff will then proceed to the residence and transfer the body to the funeral home without delay.

What happens when a death occurs in a care facility?

If an anticipated death occurs in a care facility, the attending physician will be notified and asked to complete the medical certificate of death. After the physician has signed the medical certificate, the care facility will notify the selected funeral home and they will come promptly to the deceased’s room at the care facility and transport the deceased to the funeral home.The family will have many options to consider following the death of their loved one so it is wise to consult a funeral director and determine the needs and wishes of the family. Consultation with a funeral director prior to the time of death will provide the family with information that can ease some of the burden faced when a death occurs. It also allows the family to supply the care facility with the name of the desired service provider so that the hospital can contact the funeral home as soon as possible following the death.

What happens when a death occurs while away from home?

When a death occurs away from home, it is preferable to contact a funeral home in the area where you wish to have the funeral service and interment. It will be more cost effective if the funeral home deals directly with a funeral firm in the place of death, rather than the family making the arrangements. After contact with the family, the funeral provider can then proceed to the place of death, if it is within a reasonable distance, or they can arrange for a local funeral firm to complete the necessary preparations to have the deceased returned home. Once the family returns back to their home, the remainder of the funeral arrangements can then be made with the funeral service provider.

How Long Do You Have to Wait For Your Loved One To Be Cremated?

In BC, you will need to wait 48 hours before a deceased body can be cremated by law. This is because cremation is a final process, and you will not be able to determine the exact cause of death after the cremation is completed.

How Does The Cremation Process Work?

Most cremations take place in a crematory. After a body is prepared for cremation, it is placed in a casket and slid into the cremation chamber. Only one casket is permitted at a time. Once everything is in place, an operator begins the cremation process, and this usually takes between two to three hours. Here the temperature is raised to approximately 1,400-1,800 degrees Fahrenheit, and after a period of two to three hours, the physical remains are consumed by heat.

Can I Watch The Cremation Process?

This may be possible with sufficient notice. You can contact Oliveira Funeral Home for additional information on rates and requirements.

What Happens After The Cremation Process?

The cremated remains are carefully removed from the cremation chamber. The cremated remains are then cleared off all metallic articles and are then run through a processor. These remains are transferred to an urn. Urns are labelled correctly with proper identification to ensure they are not misplaced or misidentified. The remains are then handed over to the family.

Is Cremation Becoming More Common?

Cremation has become the more popular over the past 2 decades. It may be due to cultural or religious requirements. In comparison to burial, cremation may be a less expensive option. Some people view cremations as being a greener option than burial.

What Can You Do With The Cremated Remains?

There are several different things that people choose to do with the cremated remains. You can keep the urn in your home, scatter the cremated remains on land or water, bury it in a cemetery plot or any other option.

Is Scattering Cremated Remains Illegal in B.C?

In British Columbia, cremated remains do not come under the laws and regulations for burials or cremations. If you plan on scattering the cremated remains on somebody else's property, you will need prior permission. You may scatter the cremated remains on water but make sure that it is not a marine park.You may have questions about Cremating a loved one and we’ll try our best to answer some of them for you below. If you have any additional questions, please contact us at Info@oliveirafuneralhome.com.

Glenna Barron - Oliveira Funeral Home

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A bright candle flickered out at 7 p.m. on December 7, 2024, when Glenna Barron passed away following a hard-fought, six-month battle with an aggressive cancer. She died peacefully at home in the company of her husband Steve and other beloved friends.

Cherished spouse, treasured friend, and creative spirit, she was kind and deeply caring, known for brightening people’s lives. Despite her own chronic health challenges and disability, she always thought of others before herself.

Glenna’s list of interests and talents was long and varied.

A graduate of Simon Fraser University with a degree in Biophysics, she remained inquisitive and curious throughout her life, applying her scientific brain to all her endeavours and areas of interest.

She was a gifted artist, regularly creating unique digital art gifts and jewelry for friends and loved ones. The home she and Steve built 30 years ago is itself a testament to her artistic taste and talents.

She loved living in the Village of Anmore. She volunteered as a journalist for the Anmore Times for many years, reporting and writing stories for the print version and Facebook page. She loved gardening and was an active member of the Anmore Garden Club until the COVID pandemic disrupted all our lives.

Glenna enjoyed spending time outdoors and exploring the back country with her husband Steve in their Land Rover. She and Steve were long-time members of The Rover-Landers of BC. They were participants and instructors at the BC Overland Rally and the Northwest Overland Rally every year, until her cancer was diagnosed in June. She was also a licensed Amateur Radio Operator (HAM) for many years with a sophisticated ‘radio shack’ in her home and a 70-foot radio tower in her backyard.

Glenna was an exceptionally good cook and loved creating and experimenting with new vegetarian recipes at home. She prepared gourmet meals and treats while in the back country and shared her techniques and knowledge with attendees at overland rallies as well as through stories and recipes published in Overland Journal.

Glenna also loved her cats, especially male orange longhair tabby cats, sharing her home with two at a time throughout most of her adult life.

With all her activities and talents, Glenna’s primary focus was always the welfare of the many friends she made along the way, who will remember her for the hugs she generously doled out, the long chats she had with them, the puns she made, her sense of humour and her incredibly bright spirit.

Glenna and Steve’s friends and neighbours are invited to attend drop-in open houses at their home on January 11 and 12, 2025 between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. Contact Steve by phone or text at 604-328-6702 for street address, parking and other details.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the BC Cancer Foundation: https://www.bccancerfoundation.com

Date :16 Dec 2024

Tribute :Dearest Glenna, I miss chatting with you on FT and Messenger, your kindness, empathy, sense of humour and intelligence. I wish we could have had more time together I cherish our friendship and the times we spent together. Lots of love and hugs, my dear friend.

Marianne Hyland

Date :16 Dec 2024

Tribute :I will miss you very much. 🥲

Cyndi

Date :16 Dec 2024

Tribute :You will be missed.

Lloyd Kwiecien

Date :16 Dec 2024

Tribute :I was terribly sorry to hear of the passing of this beautiful, generous and loving soul. Glenna was a dear friend during my time in Port Moody. I treasured every moment I got to spend with her, our wonderful conversations, our creative discussions, and our passion for food and sharing kindness and funny memes. The world has lost a beautiful light and I want to express my deepest condolences to Steve, and all the people that Glenna touched in her short time on this planet.

Mike Arseneault

Date :16 Dec 2024

Tribute :I feel very lucky to have been your friend Glenna. Ray

Ray Hyland

Date :16 Dec 2024

Tribute :Glenna-Darling , You have left our lives, but you will never leave our hearts. My life was blessed through your friendship, may you find blessings in the next life, dear friend. My Freddie is now in Rainbow Land, too. He will surely accompany you until one day we all meet again. I love you .

Marlies

Date :16 Dec 2024

Tribute :Glenna, You will be deeply missed and I’ll forever cherish the happy memories of fun times and laughter shared together.Steve, my heartfelt condolences to you on your huge loss♥️ So grateful for the incredible support that you gave to Glenna, especially in her final six months, she was never alone on her journey. She was always loved. May this bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Angela Cullen

Date :17 Dec 2024

Tribute :Glenna was an extraordinary, persistent, quirky, fun loving, outdoor loving, positive force of nature. Always concerned about the welfare of others, accepting of all, and grateful for much. She taught that friendship can be built strong over time with small yet meaningful moments. What a beautiful human - she shall be missed.

Leigh Scatchard

Date :17 Dec 2024

Tribute :We met Glenna 20 years ago when we became neighbors and friends. Glenna was everything that others have said – funny, interesting, creative, smart, and generous. She was also incredibly courageous in the face of physical disabilities , and health issues. Even in our last visit. A few weeks ago, sitting outside, wrapped in a red coat and blanket to stay warm, glenna maintained her sense of humor and her lively personality in the face of incredible pain and discomfort. I loved Glenna and I will miss her. Linda Weinberg.

Linda Weinberg

Date :17 Dec 2024

Tribute :Glenna filled a hole in my heart I never knew I had. She was nearly a daily presence in our lives and dispite the distance our friendship was valued.

Jenette Ziegler

Date :17 Dec 2024

Tribute :Glenna was always an engaging person with a wide interest and very interesting to talk to. She did not let barriers to get in the way of her living life to the fullest. She will be sorely missed.

Patrick Leung

Date :17 Dec 2024

Tribute :Glenne was a such a remarkable person. She literally sparkled when she was with you. We will always remember her wonderful smile and contagious laugh, her enthusiasm for life and her generosity to her friends. We were extremely fortunate to have her as part of our life.

Dolores and Richard Ranhofer

Date :17 Dec 2024

Tribute :Dearest Glenna,From the moment our paths crossed, you were a shining light in my life. I will forever cherish our conversations about cooking, delicious food and life. My heart is breaking and goes out to Dr. Steve and all those who knew and loved you. Thank you for the gift of your friendship.Much love,Ani

Ani Donald

Date :18 Dec 2024

Tribute :I’m so sorry to hear of Glenna’s passing. She will be deeply missed and truly was one of a kind. When I first met Glenna at Anmore’s Garden Club, I remember her going out of her way to make me feel welcome. I could instantly feel her warmth and her genuine, down-to-earth spirit. We quickly became good friends over the years and I cherished our chats and get togethers. She really was an extraordinary person with a smile and energy that was infectious. My heart goes out to Steve and everyone that loved her. ❤️

Ann Marie Oktaba

Date :18 Dec 2024

Tribute :A devastating loss - truly a wonderful soul that loved life. I will miss our chats, and listening to your many adventures.

Gregory Markarian

Date :18 Dec 2024

Tribute :Oh, Glenna. You were such a kindred spirit; I’m truly at a loss. I know you’re going to be punning your way around your next journey

Damaris Hopewell

Date :23 Dec 2024

Tribute :I only had the chance to meet Glenna a few times- I can understand why folks are saying they will miss her conversations. Every time we did meet we had great chats about food, being vegetarian, and neurodiversity. Glenna, I am glad you were comfortable and surrounded by love.

Kendra Strong

Date :24 Dec 2024

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Steve Barron

Date :24 Dec 2024

Tribute :My Dear Sweet Glenna, it has been 17 days since you were taken from me. I am comforted by the outpouring of love from the many friends who loved you. There will be celebrations of your like in January, in our home. I tink you would approve. Today is Christmas Eve. As tomorrow approaches, I will remember last Christmas as one of our best ever because of the things we did to make last year extra special. Who knew it would be our last Christmas together? The house is now quiet without you but I feel your presence in every corner. I was blessed to have been your husband for each and every year of our 40 years of marriage. I love deeply you and I will never stop missing you. Your Stevie.

Steve Barron

Date :24 Dec 2024

Tribute :Despite her chronic health issues Glenna was always friendly, kind and engaging and obviously touched many lives. Steve, I am so sorry for your loss, and am thinking of you often at this difficult time.

Peggy

Date :25 Dec 2024

Tribute :Glenna was an interesting quirky lovely person, much loved

Ivan Crothers

Date :28 Dec 2024

Tribute :Glenna was a dear friend that I bonded with over baking, cats and an unusual sense of humour. We cheered one another up during Covid with random gifts of baked goodness. She is a light snuffed out far too soon and is truly missed. My heartfelt condolences to Steve.

Lisa Klassen

Date :10 Jan 2025

Tribute :Glenna, you pebbled her way into my heart a few years ago and my life has been richer for it. RIP, my dear, quirky, kind friend. I miss you so much.

Rina Liddle

Date :18 Jan 2025

Tribute :Despite her chronic disabilities, Glenna was feisty and always tried to live life to the fullest. Now she is at peace.

Simone Hacquebard

Date :18 Jan 2025

Tribute :Despite her chronic disabilities, Glenna was feisty and always tried to live life to the fullest. Now she is at peace.

Simone Hacquebard

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Glenna Barron