Arranging Funerals

Please make arrangements to see the parish priest before making arrangements at the funeral home. Please make arrangements through your proper parish, which is determined by the information in this link: Determining your Proper Parish

🕊️ Arranging a Funeral at Holy Rosary Parish

To determine if you reside in Holy Rosary Parish, please see this link and scroll to the bottom of the page: About Us

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” — Matthew 5:4

When a loved one passes away, the Church stands ready to walk with you in grief, prayer, and hope. At Holy Rosary Parish, we offer compassionate support and clear guidance to help families plan a funeral that honours the life of the deceased and proclaims our shared faith in the Resurrection.

🌿 A Sacred Farewell

The Catholic funeral liturgy is a profound expression of our belief that death is not the end, but a passage to eternal life. It includes:

• The Vigil (Wake Service): A time for visitation, prayer, remembrance, and gathering with loved ones
• The Funeral Liturgy: The central liturgy, offering prayers for the soul of the departed
• The Rite of Committal (Burial): A final farewell at the graveside or cremation site

Each part of the funeral reflects the dignity of the person and the mercy of God.

📋 How to Begin

To arrange a funeral at Holy Rosary Parish, please contact the parish office as soon as possible after the death of your loved one. We will guide you through:

• Coordinating with the funeral home
• Scheduling the Vigil, Funeral Mass, or Funeral outside of Mass, and the Committal of Remains
• Choosing Scripture readings, hymns, and liturgical roles
• Offering grief support and pastoral care

🙏 Pastoral Support

Our clergy and pastoral team are available to meet with families, offer spiritual counsel, and help craft a liturgy that is both personal and faithful to Catholic tradition. We also provide:

• Guidance for funeral planning that assists families in mourning properly
• Help with making arrangements that are appropriate for the circumstances
• Support for those navigating loss and bereavement

📞 Contact Us

If you are facing the loss of a loved one, please reach out to our parish office at 906 6347441 or email frdavewilhelm@outlook.com. We are here to accompany you with prayer, compassion, and practical care.

“In the face of death, the Church confidently proclaims that God has created each person for eternal life.” — Order of Christian Funerals