York Funeral Home

11/28/2025

Our family has been serving the community for generations. Trust us to provide the compassionate care and personalized service your family deserves. Visit our website to learn more about our history: https://yorkfh.com/17/Our-History.html

11/26/2025

Grief often comes in waves. Allow yourself to ride each wave and know that it’s okay to seek support. Visit our website to access grief resources: https://yorkfh.com/36/Grief-Resources.html

11/26/2025

If you have any questions, we're available by phone, by email or in person. Contact us today: https://yorkfh.com/1/Contact-Us.html

11/25/2025

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Sandra Jean Ekstrom (1959-2025) It is with deep sorrow that the family of Sandra Jean Ekstrom announces her passing on Monday, November 17, 2025, at the age of 66. After a brief stay in hospital, Sandra passed away peacefully in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Sandra will be dearly missed by her loving....

11/24/2025

Cremation allows for personalized memorials that honour a unique life. Whether it’s a quiet scattering ceremony at a cherished location or keeping your loved one close in a beautiful urn, the possibilities are endless. Explore our cremation services here: https://yorkfh.com/13/Cremation-Services.html

11/22/2025

Finding hope in despair is such an amazing gift to have. Perhaps a friend comes to mind who seems to always give you hope and positivity, or you feel that you yourself have this gift. Maybe you find hope through religion, a belief in a higher being. It's possible something as simple as a grandchild's smile gives you hope for the future. What is it that gives YOU hope during difficult times?

11/21/2025

Some people wonder if they can transfer their preplanning information to another funeral home if they move. The answer is yes. We're here to help make the transition smooth and ensure your plans are honoured, no matter where you live. Visit our website to learn more about preplanning: https://yorkfh.com/44/About-Pre-Planning.html

11/20/2025

A mushroom burial suit is a biodegradable burial shroud made from mushroom spores, designed to help decompose the body and filter toxins from it so it does not contaminate surrounding plant life. Would you consider something like this?

11/19/2025

Materials used to make biodegradable urns can vary, but they do need to be made from something that can break down easily and relatively quickly upon burial. For example, they can be made of paper, cardboard, wood fibers, sand, or dissolvable materials like salt (which are increasingly popular.)

11/18/2025

National Grief and Bereavement Day is a time to acknowledge that grief touches us all. Today we stand together in compassion and remembrance.

11/17/2025

Burial planning can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. We're here to guide you with calm, clear steps so your loved one is honoured just as they would have wanted. Begin learning about our caring burial planning process: https://yorkfh.com/26/Burial-Services.html

11/16/2025

Are all cremated remains returned to the family? Yes, we return all remains. It's even possible to have them returned in one or multiple urns. Often times families choose to split remains and take them to separate homes.