Barb's Blog

Name one fact you remember learning about the Ostrich in elementary school? Well, what fact comes to mind first? As a child, remembering that an Ostrich sticks its’ head in the sand stands out for me. Why? Can’t remember why an Ostrich does this…just remember learning this. Silly Ostrich! Simple, serious, or silly - things are not always what they seem. Circumstances change; plans get shifted; new opportunities present; tragedies occur. It’s a myth that fear makes an Ostrich hide his head. Would seem that Ostrich isn’t so silly after all! An Ostrich with its’ head in the sand is an Ostrich building its’ nest. This bird who lives on land and cannot fly makes a home, does the work in preparation for what comes next, and is always ready to be on the run…to fast track. So today I would like to suggest that you make like an Ostrich and get your head in the sand! Preplanning Final Arrangements should be part of your immediate considerations too. Whether you are organizing a vacation abroad, preparing to spend the winter in the sunny south, or sitting down to write your 'to do list'….Home is where your family and your heart is - so for yourself, or for those you represent as a POA or a future Executor, make an appointment with your Bereavement Provider of choice and be prepared to fast track the practical part when death forces you to be ready - and it is only then that you will understand just how important it was that you prepared in advance "a space" that allows for emotion to be your priority. Wareing Cremation Services...trust us with those last steps! Tillsonburg Establishment: 519-409-5575 or Woodstock Establishment: 519-290-5575

On Thursday August 14, 2014 Wareing Cremation Services Inc., opened our door for the very first time at 346 Simcoe Street in Tillsonburg, Ontario. Paul Wareing and Barbara Wareing believed that there was a need for Direct Cremation Services and Direct Burial Services in our Town, County, and surrounding areas, because the concept of Direct Cremation or Direct Burial wasn't mentioned or advertised as an option available locally, until Wareing Cremation Services Inc. arrived. We believed there was a better way. We wanted people to pause, consider, and reflect because we truly did believe there was a way to clear the obstacles and myths and help individuals to find some peace in their decisions, and maybe even a sense of contentment with One's Final Arrangements. We hoped that others would make the time to pause and fully consider what "they" really thought and understood about Final Arrangements; pause to understand and have input on what the landscape would look like when it was "their" time and what Final Arrangements would be the best reflection of "their" life and style....knowing that one day each of us will step out of sight on the path. Paul and Barb Wareing set out to create an Arrangement that is a blend of a Trusted Provider with integrity and transparency of processes and concepts, a welcoming establishment, and a financially sound way to complete those final steps One takes as a human being and as a family member. There would be no compromise on dignity, respect, caring, and compassion. There would be rather a return to personal preference, and a framework of the necessaries that was familiar to our ancestors. Whether that included ceremony, celebration, or something more simple than even that would be for the family to organize. Indeed, there was a realization that we would cause waves....but there is that spark in most of us that relishes discovering the release and beauty when we jump through the waves and can see the rainbows in the mist, the sand free of marks, and the ripples that spread out from where we and the waves met. There is good, and there is better, and there is rest once something is done the best, and each of us has a vision of what is best for us! As we celebrate eight years, we wish to extend a heartfelt and genuine "THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH" to every individual and family that has placed their trust in us as a Provider of Final Arrangements. We are grateful for everyone that has taken the time to learn exactly what this little Transfer Service Class 2 that could.... actually can do for you. We are extremely proud of the individuals that have made appointments to ask questions, or called with their questions, to educate themselves, and research for complete information. We have tremendous gratitude for every individual and family that has trusted us with their Prearrangements and with their Final Arrangements. We continue to be thankful every day for all of those individuals who recommend us to relatives, friends, neighbours, and coworkers who are finding themselves searching for a Provider in planning, or making Final Arrangements. Wareing Cremation Services has grown with the demand for our Services and was pleased with the opening of a second Establishment in March 2018 at 225 Norwich Avenue in Woodstock, Ontario. The future stretches before us and Paul Wareing and Barb Wareing give our commitment to continuing to do our very best for every person that comes through our door.

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