Wojcik's Funeral Chapel and Crematorium

09/03/2025

Is there space in my family plot?

Utilizing an existing family burial plot is one option some families choose for the interment of their beloved. This choice provides a permanent place to visit and keeps family members together.

Because regulations vary from cemetery to cemetery, it is recommended that you find out if the family plot you wish interment at has sufficient space and what permissions or approvals are required.

Typically, a full traditional burial plot will have a number of graves that accommodate caskets and/or urns. However, in most instances only one casket burial is permitted per space. Hence, a two grave plot will have room for only two caskets; that said it will likely accommodate interment of urns as well.

To determine if what you wish is possible it is recommended you contact us or the cemetery you seek interment at.

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09/01/2025

Wojcik's Funeral Chapel has been entrusted to care for the following dearly departed. For services information please visit our website at:
https://www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com/obituaries

Richard Charles Fleury
Lori Irene Louise Fraser
Norman J Matthews
Adrienne "DeeDee" Mousseau

08/29/2025

I'd like to think

I'd like to think when life is done
That I had filled a needed post.
That here and there I'd paid my fare
With more than idle talk and boast;
That I had taken gifts divine.
The breath of life and manhood fine,
And tried to use them now and then
In service for my fellow men.

I'd hate to think when life is through
That I had lived my round of years
A useless kind, that leaves behind
No record in this vale of tears;
That I had wasted all my days
By treading only selfish ways,
And that this world would be the same
If it had never known my name.

I'd like to think that here and there,
When I am gone, there shall remain
A happier spot that might have not
Existed had I toiled for gain;
That someone's cheery voice and smile
Shall prove that I had been worthwhile;
That I had paid with something fine
My debt to God for life divine.

-Edgar Albert Guest

08/27/2025

A Story of Sacrifice
“Praying Hands”

The legacy of famous German Renaissance artist, Albrecht Dürer (1471-1528), is in part due to his younger brother Albert. Both these siblings aspired to take art lessons at “The Academy.” However, as they were part of a large family (18 children), their parents were unable to afford to send them.

To achieve their dream, the two brothers decided to make a pact. They would flip a coin, the winner would enroll in art school to complete a 4-year program while the other worked in the local coal mines supporting their schooling. Albrecht would win the coin-toss and enroll in art studies. At the end of 4 years, he and brother Albert would switch places and the art educated Albrecht would support Albert as he pursued his studies.

Four years would pass and at a celebratory dinner it was revealed to Albrecht that his younger brother has sustained significant injuries to his hands while working in the mines. The damage was so significant that he no longer possessed the fine motor skills needed to perform the delicate work of an artist.

Albrecht would later sketch his brother’s hands, the hands that showed healed broken bones, the hands that had helped him complete his studies. The sacrifice of young Albert had helped pave the way to the success of this soon-to-be well known artist of that time.

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08/25/2025

Wojcik's Funeral Chapel has been entrusted to care for the following dearly departed. For services information please visit our website at:
https://www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com/obituaries

William John Alexander
Joseph David Doucette
Richard Charles Fleury
Kimberly Louise Gibson (nee Garrioch)
Ronald Walker
Audrey Marie Williams

08/23/2025

In her dresser drawer, they discovered a hand-written note that read, "When I die, please do nothing." She had just taken her last breath. And so began the distressing dilemma that many families face: Honouring their loved-one’s request to do nothing or honouring their own desire to do something t...

08/21/2025

On This Day
It’s been 20 Years Since the Airing of the Last Episode of ‘Six Feet Under’

This television drama series spanned 5 years telling the story of Fisher & Sons Funeral Home. Season One had patriarch Nathaniel Fisher dying unexpectedly, leaving the family run business to his two sons. What ensues is a challenging, if not at times chaotic series of events.

Episodes weave together the day to day lives of funeral directors and the quirky if not dysfunctional backstory of a family funeral home. Though they always maintain a professional demeanor in public, their personal lives are anything but. Scripts are written that explore a variety of themes using the often complicated and unconventional traits of Fisher family members.

This show was nominated and received numerous Emmy, Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild Awards. This drama is regarded by many as one of the best television drama series of all time with numerous incredible scripts and acting portrayals. The last episode aired on this date in 2005. This episode is also considered one of the best finales ever written.

‘Six Feet Under’ is a favourite with many funeral directors as it shines a light on some of the challenges faced by the profession and how solutions to these are found; it also has its fair share of entertainment value. This series is a must watch for anyone who is interested in behind the scenes look at a family funeral home. It is intended for mature audiences only.

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1h | TV-MA

08/19/2025

The Canadian Virtual Hospice
An Online Resource on Living with Advanced Illness, for Patients and their Families

Facing the imminent loss of a loved one is a difficult time for patients, family members and friends. Palliative care decisions are foreign to most of us and there are often many questions. What is the right course of action? What can I do to be supportive? What should I expect?

The Canadian Virtual Hospice was founded in 2004. With a goal to bridge gaps that exist in providing palliative care in Canada, this web-based platform offers online support and personalized information to address the specific needs of patients and their families.

A key feature of the Canadian Virtual Hospice is the “Ask a Professional” service where Canadians can submit a question in confidence and receive a personalized response from an interdisciplinary clinical team consisting of palliative care physicians, nurses, social workers, a First Nations elder, spiritual care practitioners, psychologists and a pharmacist… at no charge. By submitting a question, those seeking answers will receive evidence-based information specific to their circumstance.

The site also contains articles on a wide variety of topics including symptoms that are experienced, caregiving, communication, decision making and grief. It also has a gallery of 1500+ videos of caregivers who share personal stories and healthcare providers who provide expert guidance. There’s also a listing of recommended resources put together by the clinical team as well as a program and services listing to help users from across the country find local support.

To find out more visit:
http://virtualhospice.ca/en_US/Main+Site+Navigation/Home.aspx
To ask a question:
http://virtualhospice.ca/en_US/Main+Site+Navigation/Home/Support/Support/Ask+a+Professional.aspx

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08/18/2025

Wojcik's Funeral Chapel has been entrusted to care for the following dearly departed. For services information please visit our website at:
https://www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com/obituaries

Anna Luise Bintz
Leo Joseph Durand
Bernie Failing
Joseph (Paul) Morris
Andrew Allen Seredynski

08/15/2025

Why not Place a Personal Memento at a Grave Site or Columbarium?

When interring a casket or urn families often place mementos at the burial location too. These can be simple items such as a photo or portrait, and sometimes an endeared personal item of the deceased.

Depending on the interment location, there may be limited physical space for this keepsake. Check with your director and see that there is room to accommodate your special item and include the placing of it as part of your service.

Personalizing an interment service with this small personalized gesture helps bring solace to many families.

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08/13/2025

Sources of Life Insurance

In addition to the standard personal life insurance policies carried for the protection of loved ones, estates of individuals may be entitled to additional life insurance death benefits from other organizations with whom the deceased was associated. Death benefits may be payable on life insurance policies from:
• Employee benefit packages
• Association membership privileges
• Mortgage insurances
• Credit card holder agreements
• Agreements which insure leases or lines of credit

A simple inquiry may result in the estate receiving benefits which otherwise would go unnoticed. Placing a list of all insurers with your “papers” will make this information easily accessible to your executor or executrix when needed.

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08/12/2025

This Year’s Bocce Ball Tournament
Grace Hospital Foundation

Our team at Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel had a very enjoyable day at this year’s event. We extend a big thank you to everyone who helped make this day a success. Fundraising efforts such as these help to enhance patient care at Grace hospital and ultimately our community at large.