What is the value in viewing?

Viewing is an important time because it reinforces the reality of death. It may not be easy to do but that is okay. Viewing allows family and friends to see that their loved one is at rest and free from pain and discomfort. It gives us a peaceful memory to cherish.

Why is embalming recommended?

Embalming is important for maintaining the health and safety of the public and the funeral home staff. This procedure ensures the preservation of the body from the time of death until disposition and it allows us to create an acceptable physical appearance of the deceased for the visitation time. Certain regulations exist that makes embalming necessary if the body is to be conveyed by public transportation.

How do I get an Official Death Certificate?

British Columbia residents applying for an official death certificate must apply through a local Vital Statistics Agency. There is $27.00 charge for each Death Certificate.

What is a Funeral Director’s Statement of Death?

It is a document supplied by the funeral director that can be used as proof of death in most cases. It contains the name and age of the deceased, the place and date of death, and the name and address of the funeral service provider. It does not include the cause of death.

Are You Competitively Priced?

At Oliveira Funeral Services Ltd. We dedicate ourselves to serving families well. This not only means we strive to assist them in putting together services that will be meaningful to them, it also means we strive to do so in such away as to make things affordable and value added. When some one you love passes away, you don’t want to have to worry about whether or not you are getting the best price. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding our fee and those of our competitors. We honor all Memorial Society Contracts.

How do you make funeral Preplanning?

It is not a difficult or complicated task. Simply call our office and make an appointment or come by for a tour and cup of coffee. There are no fees for preplanning consultation. We provide price quotations on all our products and services without cost or obligation. Preplanning can be made at our Funeral Home or in the privacy of your own home. Your wishes will be recorded in writing and retained on file until needed.

Who Preplans a funeral?

People of all ages.Family members or an executor who is responsible for the care of someone in a nursing home or extended care facility.Family members who are caring for someone terminally ill.Anyone can consider preplanning.

What are the advantages of making Prearrangements?

Peace of mind and the assurance that your wishes are recorded.Preplanning provides an opportunity to ask questions and to get clear and concise answers on all aspects of the funeral.Personal choices can be considered and economic decisions made without emotional stress.Relieves family members of difficult choices at time of death. Preplanning is a practical idea that makes sense.Funeral Preplanning is every bit apart of sensible estate planning as Making a Will is or signing a personal directive.

Can a Preplan funeral be prepaid?

Yes, it’s your choice.Based on the last five decades, we know the cost of cemetery and funeral arrangements will continue to increase. Prepaying allows the costs to be frozen at today’s prices.Payment can be made in installments.You can also Pre-plan without payment.

If I choose to Pre-pay my funeral what Prepayment options do I have?

With a Pre-Need Funeral Trust Plan.Payments can be made by single payment or up to 5 year installments.(with interest free Payments) The funeral home must deposit your funds in trust. The accrued interest growth is applied to any cost increase when the services are required.

What happens when a death occurs at home?

If the death occurs unexpectedly or suddenly, the family should immediately contact the local police and inform them. The Coroner’s Office will be notified by the police and a Coroner will come to the place of the death to investigate the death. The deceased will then be transported to the nearest hospital for further investigation. After their investigation has been completed, the deceased will be released into the care of the funeral home selected by the family.If the death has been anticipated and the deceased was under a physician’s care, it is not necessary to contact the police. The family should advise the attending physician of the death and have the doctor complete a medical certificate of death. The family can also contact a funeral home of their choice to arrange for the transport of the deceased to the funeral home. The funeral home staff will then proceed to the residence and transfer the body to the funeral home without delay.

What happens when a death occurs in a care facility?

If an anticipated death occurs in a care facility, the attending physician will be notified and asked to complete the medical certificate of death. After the physician has signed the medical certificate, the care facility will notify the selected funeral home and they will come promptly to the deceased’s room at the care facility and transport the deceased to the funeral home.The family will have many options to consider following the death of their loved one so it is wise to consult a funeral director and determine the needs and wishes of the family. Consultation with a funeral director prior to the time of death will provide the family with information that can ease some of the burden faced when a death occurs. It also allows the family to supply the care facility with the name of the desired service provider so that the hospital can contact the funeral home as soon as possible following the death.

What happens when a death occurs while away from home?

When a death occurs away from home, it is preferable to contact a funeral home in the area where you wish to have the funeral service and interment. It will be more cost effective if the funeral home deals directly with a funeral firm in the place of death, rather than the family making the arrangements. After contact with the family, the funeral provider can then proceed to the place of death, if it is within a reasonable distance, or they can arrange for a local funeral firm to complete the necessary preparations to have the deceased returned home. Once the family returns back to their home, the remainder of the funeral arrangements can then be made with the funeral service provider.

How Long Do You Have to Wait For Your Loved One To Be Cremated?

In BC, you will need to wait 48 hours before a deceased body can be cremated by law. This is because cremation is a final process, and you will not be able to determine the exact cause of death after the cremation is completed.

How Does The Cremation Process Work?

Most cremations take place in a crematory. After a body is prepared for cremation, it is placed in a casket and slid into the cremation chamber. Only one casket is permitted at a time. Once everything is in place, an operator begins the cremation process, and this usually takes between two to three hours. Here the temperature is raised to approximately 1,400-1,800 degrees Fahrenheit, and after a period of two to three hours, the physical remains are consumed by heat.

Can I Watch The Cremation Process?

This may be possible with sufficient notice. You can contact Oliveira Funeral Home for additional information on rates and requirements.

What Happens After The Cremation Process?

The cremated remains are carefully removed from the cremation chamber. The cremated remains are then cleared off all metallic articles and are then run through a processor. These remains are transferred to an urn. Urns are labelled correctly with proper identification to ensure they are not misplaced or misidentified. The remains are then handed over to the family.

Is Cremation Becoming More Common?

Cremation has become the more popular over the past 2 decades. It may be due to cultural or religious requirements. In comparison to burial, cremation may be a less expensive option. Some people view cremations as being a greener option than burial.

What Can You Do With The Cremated Remains?

There are several different things that people choose to do with the cremated remains. You can keep the urn in your home, scatter the cremated remains on land or water, bury it in a cemetery plot or any other option.

Is Scattering Cremated Remains Illegal in B.C?

In British Columbia, cremated remains do not come under the laws and regulations for burials or cremations. If you plan on scattering the cremated remains on somebody else's property, you will need prior permission. You may scatter the cremated remains on water but make sure that it is not a marine park.You may have questions about Cremating a loved one and we’ll try our best to answer some of them for you below. If you have any additional questions, please contact us at Info@oliveirafuneralhome.com.

Klaus Friedrich Krueger - Oliveira Funeral Home

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Klaus (Nick) Krueger was born in Rethen Germany on May 15, 1929. Nick passed away peacefully at home with family at his side the morning of Tuesday March 1st. Predeceased by his 2 sons Michael age 54 and Daniel age 4. He is survived by his loving wife Sylvia of 67 years, his 4 daughters Colleen, Bernadette, Teresa, Gail, 9 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, son-in-laws, 3 sister-in-laws, many nieces , nephews and friends. He will be forever in our hearts. Nick immigrated to Canada Nov. 8th 1951. He set sail on “the fair sea” to start a new life , a new horizon and a promising future.
Nick spend many years working at the Georgia Hotel from 1952 – 1963 from Bus Boy to Catering Manager. Nick met the love of his life Sylvia at the Georgia Hotel in 1952 and they later married in August of 1953.
Nick moved on to B.C.I.T and worked from 1964 – 1985 where he was the program head of The Hotel School. He loved to teach and was admired and respected by his students and colleagues.
Nick’s first retirement was indeed short as he moved on to one of his greatest hobbies and became a fishing guide for Campbell River Lodge until 1995. He had such a wonderful way and had an exceptional sense of humor. So much that he had the following business card printed up as follows

CAMPBELL RIVER LODGE
Nick Krueger
Chef, Diesel Mechanic, Psychiatrist, Anchorman
Head Kraut, Big Game Guide
Photographer and Comedian

Nick loved his family and friends. He was an extremely hard worker and he loved hunting, fishing, camping beside a lake and having a meal with family and friends.
He will be greatly missed by all.

Date :05 Mar 2022

Tribute :Love you forever dad! Your pillow girl!

Colleen Krueger Jones

Date :05 Mar 2022

Tribute :life time family and dear friendw47zn

Harold Schapansky

Date :07 Mar 2022

Tribute :I also served at BCIT when Nick worked thereNick was in charge of one of the Programs that came under my aegis. I can certainly attest that Nick was conscientious, dedicated and knowledgeable. He was admired by his students, highly respected by his peers and a credit to the Institute.

Ernie Iannacone

Date :07 Mar 2022

Ernie Iannacone

Date :07 Mar 2022

Tribute :Well Nick my friend I sure wish I would have met you so many years earlier I have so much admiration for you and I love you so much I will miss you greatly.Take care my friend Rest In Peace until we meet again.

Blair Vanoni

Date :08 Mar 2022

Tribute :I had the wonderful luck to grow up in a house across the street from the Krueger Family in North Delta. There were times in my life when it felt like my family and theirs were one big family. They have been such a huge part of my life and I love them all very much, but I had a special relationship with Nick. So much so that he became my best friend and in many ways a father figure.Knowing Nick has been a true blessing. From the time that he rescued me from my front yard when I broke my ankle climbing trees as a child, to recently when he and Sylvia were there for me when I had a personal crisis, the man never let me down. Character counts for something and Nick’s character was such that it made people around him better. He has helped me to become a better person and I always ask myself in any situation; what would Nick Krueger do? How would he handle this?What I will remember most about Nick is his wit, and his ability to tell a story. I would sit in the front yard of his house with him and listen. Even if nothing was said for a minute, I would wait for him to speak so that I could hear what he had to say. His sense of humour was unique and I will never forget that little glimmer in his eye when he said something completely outrageous just to see if you were listening.There is a hole in my heart that can never be filled now. I will pray every day that God looks after his soul and brings peace to Sylvia for her loss. My heart goes out to the entire family, which I consider my family. I think a life worth living is one that makes the world a better place, and Nick did that in spades. What a great life, what a great man and what a great loss to all of us.

Michael Kosterman

Date :08 Mar 2022

Tribute :Dear Sylvia, Thinking of you at this sad time. Sending you heartfelt condolences on your loss. Wish we were closer as I would give you a hug.Sharon Lowe

Sharon Lowe

Date :08 Mar 2022

Tribute :Dear Sylvia,Thinking of you at this sad time. Sending you heartfelt condolences on your loss. I wish you were closer as I would give you a big hug.Sharon Lowe

Sharon Lowe

Date :08 Mar 2022

Tribute :Sylvia, I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t begin to imagine the pain and heartache you would be going through. My thoughts, prayers and love are with you and your family.

Nasim Dhalla

Date :09 Mar 2022

Tribute : ❤️Love you Daddy,(PaPa Goose)❤️ “My Amazing Father”❤️ Always by my side watching over me❤️

Teresa Baker(TC)

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Klaus Friedrich Krueger