Funeral Industry Trends

The funeral industry is an ever-evolving field, and its trends have changed drastically over the years. It is now more focused on providing families with meaningful and personalized services that honor the deceased in a respectful and compassionate way. From eco-friendly burials to virtual funerals, modern funeral services are tailored to the needs of the families and provide them with options that fit their values and beliefs.


Additionally, technology has enabled better communication and collaboration between funeral directors, families, and other service providers, allowing for more efficient planning and delivery of services. As a result, the funeral industry is becoming more innovative and personalized, allowing families to celebrate the life of their loved one in a unique and meaningful way.

For families planning a cremation or a traditional funeral, keeping up with the latest trends can be challenging and time-consuming. At E.J Coutu Funeral Directors, we want to make learning about cremation and funeral trends easy.

The needs and expectations of our families are changing and we've responded with funeral service options tailored to these new expectations.

Two generations ago, traditional funerals(visitation, funeral service and service at the cemetery) were common. It was what everyone expected.

But, as the demand for cremation services increased, there has been a shift in the types of services available. Many more families are choosing cremation and holding a memorial service afterwards. Family members and friends still came together to pay their respects to the deceased and find emotional support but they did so in less formal ways.

Today, another funeral service option, the celebration of life service, has become quite popular because there are no limits to the how, where, and when the life of a loved one can be celebrated. Discover some of the latest funeral industry trends below.

Discover the Latest Funeral Trends 

Celebrations of Life

A popular funeral trend is celebrations of life. A celebration of life is as it implies; instead of mourning the passing of a loved one, it gives family and friends a chance to have fun in honour of their deceased loved one. This funeral trend is a fantastic way to remember a loved one and cope with the grieving process. Here are some other funeral trends that have become more common since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Livestreamed Virtual Funeral Services

An excellent countermeasure to having a funeral service during the pandemic is livestreaming it. Livestreaming a funeral service allows individuals to view the service while not physically being there; this creative workaround is fantastic for any gathering restriction that might be in place at the time. Another benefit of livestreaming a funeral service is that individuals can attend anywhere globally, allowing greater participation from the deceased's loved ones.

At-Home Funerals

At-Home Funerals are becoming a popular funeral trend among the DIY generation. Supporters of the movement say it allows families to process their grief, as they are personally involved in looking after their loved one's body. In addition, at-home funerals essentially cut down on everyday funeral expenses associated with traditional funerals. 

Help-At-Home Services

Death midwifery is becoming commonplace for help-at-home services. Like a midwife supports women with home birth, an end-of-life doula or death doula helps with a home funeral. In addition, death doulas empower, educate, and encourage families to get involved in making decisions and support individuals in their end-of-life process. 

Water Burial

Water burials are a fantastic way to give back to the earth. Using a biodegradable urn, some organizations will take the cremated remains to the seafloor helping the underwater ecosystem flourish.

Space Travel

Not many know about this ash-scattering trend, but some organizations offer services that send cremation ashes to space, drifting among the stars, orbiting the earth, or even settling on the moon.

Cremation Fireworks

Some companies have made this possible for individuals wanting to go out with a bang. Made by adding cremated remains to the shell of a firework, these memorial fireworks can light up the sky for any celebration of life.

3D Printing

3D printing is also being used in the funeral industry to create personalized urns and other funeral products. This allows for a more personalized and unique funeral experience.

Thinking About Your Funeral Service Options

The arrangements you make will be influenced by the lifestyle of your deceased family member: the time of year, your budget, and the number of people in attendance. But you don't have to think about it all on your own; we're here to help. That's what we do—it's our passion to help families celebrate the life of their loved one. Just reach out to us and let us know what you'd like, and we'll tell you how we can assist you. 

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Are you planning a funeral or cremation? Do you have any questions? We invite you to learn how helpful we can be. Please do not hesitate to give us a call. At E.J Coutu Funeral Directors, we are always happy to help.
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