O'Connor Irvine Mortuary

read moreGrieving people can be difficult to buy for. The main reason for that, is that their life has taken on a complete and total inventory check of what's meaningful and actually important. Thanksgiving hits some sharp notes for so many of us this year. What are we supposed to be thankful for in a year of tumult, solitude, restriction and change? If you are reading this - it is most likely because someone you dearly love has died. HOW does one begin. The holidays are always stressful. Always. But, that stress generally pays off with special gatherings, joyful present giving and tasty food.

read moreCrafting a ceremony as special and unique as your loved one is an important and healing first step in the grief journey. As seen in the sections below, we make possible a wide variety of customizable ceremony plans and our staff is here to help you find what is the right fit for your family and guests. When your loved one has chosen to be buried, the ceremonies you design usually involve the casket being present. Traditions may be followed with a viewing and a funeral service in our chapel or a local church.

read moreBelow are examples of ceremonies that families choosing cremation can have. If you have questions or your own ideas about how you would like your ceremony to look, we invite you to call one of our funeral arrangers to discuss the right event for you. We cater to the customs and rich traditions of all faiths and cultures. Our staff is deeply specialized and knowledgeable and will ensure that your ceremony is given the sacred space and touches that make it so significant. Families can choose to have the casket or urn present at the ceremony.