Sydney Memorial Chapel

Sydney Memorial Chapel Providing funeral services to residents of Sydney and surrounding communities since 1974. Our contemporary facilities include a chapel and visitation rooms.

Sydney Memorial Chapel is a locally owned funeral home providing services to Sydney and surrounding communities. Dedicated to providing personalized service and choice, we support families with a wide variety of options as they make decisions following the loss of a loved one. Whether you wish a traditional funeral service, a memorial service or cremation services, we offer options to meet your needs. A reception room and kitchen are also on-site to host gatherings following a service. Catering is available. Our facility provides state of the art audiovisual equipment. For families choosing cremation we offer these services at our crematorium which is located in Whitney Pier. Our compassionate and detail oriented directors and support staff have assisted countless families over the years. Our involvement within the community spans decades. We understand that you value working with individuals and organizations who share in promoting local interests. We are available 24/7 to support you in your time of need.

Looking at Life Through Grief Lenses: Or Cultivating Hope to Heal a HeartNavigating loss is an individual grief journey ...
03/27/2026

Looking at Life Through Grief Lenses:
Or Cultivating Hope to Heal a Heart

Navigating loss is an individual grief journey that changes life’s planned direction. Initially, life appears dark and for some even hopeless however there is a way forward that lies within. “You won’t always feel this way” is a promise offered by many in the grief profession. Grievers are often slow to accept this reality as their struggle with a myriad of emotions is real.

Hope must lead the process. Small steps can be taken by focusing on what is still good in life. Appreciating the deceased for what they gave in life rather than what was lost with their death honours the deceased while fostering an attitude of acceptance. It is possible to establish hope by initiating reasonable daily practices. It begins with writing down goals, learning to problem solve, engaging in self-care, introducing creative activities and celebrating achievements. The goal is to decrease the frequent replaying of negative thoughts.

Positive feelings and hope can be further nurtured in different ways. Spending time with supportive persons, stepping out into nature, practicing meditation, and even playing and having a dialogue with a young child can uncover joys that lead towards a grateful heart.

Some grievers find hope by connecting with other grievers and some benefit from professional counselling as they receive guidance through this complex journey. The key however lies within, to move towards a new and meaningful life is to choose to direct self-talk that includes hope until it becomes habitual.

Bertha Brannen
Grief Recovery Specialist

© Sydney Memorial Chapel/CFHC Online

03/25/2026

View Gerald William Ernest Bateman's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

03/25/2026

Hearses have been around for a long time in various shapes and forms. At first, they were rudimentary structures---from stretchers that transported the

03/23/2026

View Anna Elizabeth Long's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

03/23/2026

View Glenda MacAulay's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

Memorial Tattoos Evolving to a New LevelMemorial tattoos have existed for centuries, providing a permanent inked tribute...
03/23/2026

Memorial Tattoos Evolving to a New Level

Memorial tattoos have existed for centuries, providing a permanent inked tribute to a loved one. Depending on where the tattoo is located, the image, name or symbol can serve as a private or public expression of the person and the relationship lost.

A relatively new tattooing process is gaining popularity which allows for the infusion of a small amount of a loved one’s ashes into the ink to create an even more personal connection. The ash-infused ink is then applied to the skin by a skilled tattoo artist. The artist will require very fine, sifted ashes to prevent the ink from clogging, but when complete, the tattoo will look no different from a regular one.

For health and safety, it is recommended to only use a trusted tattoo artist and to ensure the ashes are handled in a safe manner, which may require the assistance of a specialized company to process, sterilize and mix the remains with the ink.

Getting a commemorative tattoo infused with a loved one’s remains will not be for everyone, but it can serve as a powerful way to remember a loved one while always keeping them close.

© Sydney Memorial Chapel/CFHC Online

03/22/2026

View Myrna Ross's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

03/20/2026

View Brian Foley's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

Giving Comfort to Those Who StruggleIt’s difficult to know how to help a friend who is grieving, but don’t let your disc...
03/20/2026

Giving Comfort to Those Who Struggle

It’s difficult to know how to help a friend who is grieving, but don’t let your discomfort stop you from reaching out. Now more than ever, your friend needs support. They don’t expect you to have all the answers or to always say the right thing. All they want is for you to be there, helping them to cope and heal.

Helping tips:
• Listen to what they have to say
Grievers like to talk about their lost loved one. Let them lead the conversation and encourage them to share stories. Don’t avoid talking about the death or change the subject to something more pleasant.
• Offer practical help
The grief journey is new to most people and they often don’t know what they want or need. Perhaps they are hesitant to ask for help, not wanting to be a bother. Take the initiative by calling them and offering to do a specific task such as shopping for groceries or running errands; dropping off a homemade meal; driving them to appointments; taking their dog for a walk; or babysitting their children. They may also appreciate help with housework, such as cleaning, laundry or meal prep.
• Continue the support
For many people, life goes back to normal after the funeral, but for those grieving a loss, life will never be the same. Grievers are often forgotten in the days and weeks after the funeral. Make a point to call and check-in on them regularly. Invite them to join you in activities such as a walk, a meal out or a shopping excursion. Or spend time sitting with them, looking through photo albums or doing a jigsaw puzzle.

It’s hard to know the best ways to help those in grief, but the only way to find out is with the gift of your time and comfort.

© Sydney Memorial Chapel/CFHC Online

03/19/2026

View Hector Joseph MacSween's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

03/18/2026

View Donna Lee McLanders's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

03/18/2026

View Gerald William Jennings's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

Address

49 Welton Street
Sydney, NS
B1P5R3

Telephone

+19025390500

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Sydney Memorial Chapel posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Sydney Memorial Chapel:

Shortcuts

Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn
Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share via Email
Share on WhatsApp Share on Instagram Share on Telegram

Category