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Glossary of Terms
Advocacy:
Supporting a cause or proposal on behalf of another
Burial/Buried:
To place (a deceased) in a grave, a tomb, or the sea; inter
To dispose of (a deceased) ritualistically by means other than cremation
Casket:
A casket is rectangular in shape and is the same width & height at the head as at the foot. It is usually made of solid wood or metal. The lid is hinged on one side to assist in viewing purposes. They are traditionally larger than coffins and come in a variety of designs
Celebrant:
A person who officiates at a religious or civil ceremony or rite, especially a wedding or funeral.
Chapel:
Is typically a private Church or area of worship
Clergy:
A man or woman who is authorised to perform religious functions such as weddings, funerals and baptisms, in a church
Coffin:
A coffin is more traditional with tapering at the head and feet. It is usually made of wood, particleboard, custom wood or solid timber. The lid of a coffin is separate and is secured in place with plastic or metal screws
Cremation:
The combustion of a deceased body
Crematorium:
An establishment for the disposal of deceased peoples remains via combustion
Deceased:
To die; The act of dying; Death
D.I.Y:
Do it yourself
Eulogy:
A laudatory speech or written tribute, especially one praising someone who has died. High praise or commendation
Funeral:
A ceremony or group of ceremonies held in connection with the burial or cremation of a deceased person
The burial procession accompanying a body to the grave
Inter:
To place in a grave or tomb; to bury
Mementoes:
A reminder of the past; a keepsake
Memorial:
Serving as a remembrance of a person or an event
Mourning Coach:
A vehicle used to transport the family to a funeral Service - often provided by the Funeral Director
Refreshments:
A snack or light meal and drinks
Rental Coffin:
A simple particleboard coffin placed under a traditional coffin/casket shell. This shell is removed prior to cremation. The shell is re-used by the funeral Director and is considered on loan to the family
Rite:
The prescribed or customary form for conducting a religious or other solemn ceremony: the rite of baptism
Ritual:
The prescribed order of a religious ceremony
