Turner Family Funeral Home Ltd.

Turner Family Funeral Home Ltd. Your family deserves friendly, affordable care whether you choose a traditional funeral, simple cremation or a celebration of life. With the newly renovated J.

Our family will provide you with affordable services customized to meet and exceed your family's needs. We underwent a major expansion and renovation in 2015 to accommodate the needs of today’s families. Douglas Chambers Chapel, the expanded Irwin A. “Tim” Eaton Room, the Wally Cattel Reception Centre and ample onsite parking, we can help you create an event, that’s right for you, and right for your budget. From a casual gathering, to a traditional funeral, a wine and cheese reception, to a Celebration of Life, you can have it all in one convenient location. Contact us about a meaningful, tasteful service, tailored just for you and your budget. We are proud of the tradition of community support and involvement, the guidance we offer families, the dignified and compassionate care our team offers, and the quality of service we have offered for over 180 years.

Grief requires a support system. Every day might look different, some days you may want space, and some days you may ne...
09/26/2025

Grief requires a support system. Every day might look different, some days you may want space, and some days you may need others around you!

A support system is needed because grief is overwhelming. There are many things that need to be done following a death… at a time when doing anything is hard. Sometimes you may need to reflect on good times, sometimes you may need to talk about how hard this is.

A support system can be family, friends, neighbours, a grief group or even a counsellor. It can be hard, but don’t push everyone away because their support is important. Be honest about your needs, even if it is constantly changing.

I visited the Notre-Dame Basilica-Cathedral in Old Quebec over the weekend. If you are ever visiting this part of Quebe...
09/25/2025

I visited the Notre-Dame Basilica-Cathedral in Old Quebec over the weekend. If you are ever visiting this part of Quebec l, I highly recommend stopping in. Whether or not you are religious, you will be overwhelmed with the beauty of this church. I was truly in awe, and was fortunate to visit, and light a few remembrance candles. 🕯️

Do you have your tickets for tonight’s draw?! Just look at that Jackpot!!!! Support Margaret’s Place Hospice, St Joseph’...
09/24/2025

Do you have your tickets for tonight’s draw?! Just look at that Jackpot!!!!

Support Margaret’s Place Hospice, St Joseph’s Villa Foundation and the Dundas Legion with every ticket you purchase!

While you do not have to be present to win, I highly suggest joining in the fun at the Dundas Legion! At 5:30pm you can get $3 cheeseburgers…. Our personal flipper (Don) knows how to make a good burger! There is also a bar, entertainment and the live draw is at 8pm!

Best of luck to everyone!!!

Funerals are not just for adults. Children grieve too. Involving a child in a funeral can be meaningful to them and ca...
09/24/2025

Funerals are not just for adults. Children grieve too. Involving a child in a funeral can be meaningful to them and can help their grieving process.

Some ways you can involve your child:
-they can draw a picture, or write a letter to go in the casket before the casket is closed or before the individual goes for cremation.
-children can tell their favourite story which can then be read by an adult at the service.
-children can be honorary pallbearers! This means they can follow the casket and either hold a photo or a flower. (Just because they aren’t strong enough to be a pallbearer, doesn’t mean they should miss out!)
- children can place a flower on the casket, grave or in the niche.
-children can write their name in the guestbook… it doesn’t matter if they take up three lines because their writing is big!

We always encourage close family members to be involved in funerals, memorials, celebration of life, and burials. This should always include children that were close to the decedent as well!

We are open to your ideas and we are happy to include your little ones!

Seeing your loved one after death…. A lot of people are not sure about doing this. Whether you are with them during the...
09/23/2025

Seeing your loved one after death….
A lot of people are not sure about doing this.

Whether you are with them during their death or not, seeing your loved one again can offer comfort.

When an individual dies their muscles relax… this means their mouth may be open, and their eyes may not be shut.
They may also still have tubes, IVs or other medical interventions present.

Seeing your loved one after death is helpful for the grieving process. We can make your loved one look peaceful with their eyes and mouth closed. We can also have them dressed in their favourite outfit or something that is comfortable.

A lot of people who have been with their loved one when they pass get comfort from seeing them afterwards because we can make them truly look at peace.

Seeing your loved one in our funeral home can offer you comfort and can help with your grieving process. It is a proven fact that seeing your loved one again is healing.

Did you know that graves are not an eternal resting place in some parts of the world? Countries that are experiencing ex...
09/22/2025

Did you know that graves are not an eternal resting place in some parts of the world?

Countries that are experiencing extreme land shortages in the world actually lease out their graves! Greece tends to lease their graves for 3-5 years. Germany leases their graves for 15-30 years and the Netherlands leases their graves for 10-20 years! The body is exhumed once the lease is up.

An interesting fact! We are fortunate to not have to have plot leases here in Canada!

Why is a birth plan normal and a death plan not normal?We all know that plans don’t always go as we expect, but having a...
09/21/2025

Why is a birth plan normal and a death plan not normal?

We all know that plans don’t always go as we expect, but having a plan is never a bad idea!

A death plan can include: where you would like to die, who you would like to be present, if you would like to include a death doula, what music you would like to hear, if you want clergy to come and bless you, a favourite last meal request, and so much more.

Having a plan in place ensures that your family knows your wishes. It is important to talk about what you envision. Even though this is a difficult topic, it gives your family peace knowing that they are giving you what you want.

No one will know your wishes if you don’t make your wishes known.We understand that talking about your death to your fam...
09/20/2025

No one will know your wishes if you don’t make your wishes known.

We understand that talking about your death to your family is difficult. This isn’t a conversation everyone wants to have.

This is where preplanning your funeral is important. You make an appointment and discuss your wishes with us.

Whether a basic cremation, a burial, a graveside service, funeral service or celebration of life. We will document all of your plans!

You can pre-pay (to lock in current prices), but this is also not necessary. Once you have met with us you simply need to let your loved ones know (especially you’re executor) that you have made arrangements with us, so they know who to contact if you were to die.

These plans can be very basic and they can also be very detailed. Overall we want you to be able to have your wishes honoured.

We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Whether it’s 3a.m. or a holiday, if you call us we will answer. One of...
09/19/2025

We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Whether it’s 3a.m. or a holiday, if you call us we will answer.

One of our Licensed Funeral Directors is on call every night. This means after business hours you can still reach us. Whether someone has died and you need immediate assistance and guidance, you are a current family we are serving and have questions, or would like to simply book an appointment or ask a question, we are available to help you.

Never hesitate to reach out to us! This is our job, and we are happy to help, no matter what time or day it is.

There are times when our Funeral Home cares for unclaimed individuals. There are people who pass and have no family. W...
09/18/2025

There are times when our Funeral Home cares for unclaimed individuals. There are people who pass and have no family.

When we get these individuals into our care… as always, we treat them as our own. These individuals get laid to rest in a cemetery, and our staff remains by their side. We have clergy present to say words of wisdom and remembrance. Our staff acts as pallbearers, is present for the ceremony and as always we stay until the grave is filled, to ensure the decedent is safe.

While it is always sad, we like to think that we are people who cared in the end and honoured this individual.

Time slips away so quickly. We always think we will have more time. We always think there will be one more kiss, one m...
09/17/2025

Time slips away so quickly. We always think we will have more time. We always think there will be one more kiss, one more hug, one more goodbye, one more chance to say “I love you”.

We never know when our time is up! Whether we are expecting death to occur or whether death it is sudden and unexpected, we usually wish we had more time. More time for stories, more time for questions, more time for hugs and love.

Try to remember how precious time is and make every moment count. 💕

Today was our seminar on Natural Burials! Thank you to everyone who was able to join us! We were happy to have you and ...
09/17/2025

Today was our seminar on Natural Burials! Thank you to everyone who was able to join us! We were happy to have you and hope you found it beneficial 💜🍃

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53 Main Street
Dundas, ON
L9H2P7

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 11:59pm
Tuesday 9am - 11:59pm
Wednesday 9am - 11:59pm
Thursday 9am - 11:59pm
Friday 9am - 11:59pm
Saturday 9am - 11:59pm
Sunday 9am - 11:59pm

Telephone

+19056286412

Website

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