Britton Funeral Home

04/15/2026

Memorials of the World: The Taj Mahal

Located in Agra, India about 200 kilometers from Delhi, the Taj Mahal was built over a 22 year period beginning in 1632. It is estimated that some 20,000 tradesmen and artisans were employed in its construction.

This mausoleum, built entirely of white marble, rests on a base of plinth and contains the tombs of Shah Jahan and his third wife Mumtaz Mahal. Four tall minarets mark the perimeter of the memorial. As the light of day shines on the structure’s white marble, sky blue and crimson colours can be seen depending on the time of day. The property contains walkways, fountains and elaborate ornamental gardens.

The English translation or meaning of Taj Mahal is Crown Palace.

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04/10/2026

04/05/2026

Happy Easter

Our management and staff wish you a Happy Easter holiday shared with family and friends.

To members of our community who are Christian in faith we wish you peace and joy as you celebrate Easter and commemorate the resurrection of Christ which is celebrated worldwide as one of the fundamental holy days of the Christian calendar.

03/31/2026

What about Choice?

There has never been another time when families and individuals have had more choice. Going back 30 years, funerals unfolded according to a prescribed step by step series of events. The funeral began with a wake or visitation period which typically spanned two days. On day three there was a morning visitation, where the casket was closed for the last time, followed by the funeral and then burial.

Times have changed and funeral providers continue to adapt, offering a wide variety of options for today’s families. Services include a myriad of choices depending on wishes, budgets and the religious beliefs of families.

When considering what type of service to have, of primary importance is how to make it meaningful for all attending. A funeral is, after all, about saying goodbyes, paying respects, and of course, about celebrating a life.

For information about today’s choices, please contact us.

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03/27/2026

Rodney Dee of Mildmay, Ontario passed away at home on February 28, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. Rod was born June 2, 1953, at Aroostock Junction, NB, fourth son of the late Norman and Katherine (Kierstead) Dee. ...

03/25/2026

Deleting a Deceased Person’s Facebook Account

Often when someone who is active on Facebook dies, their next of kin are tasked with the responsibility to tend to their online presence. If the deceased has left a record of their passwords, this task is simplified. A decision is made about the future status of the page/profile and then this is acted on.

Without the password the following steps need to be taken:
1. First click the profile picture at the top right-hand corner of the page,
2. Then click Help and Support from the drop-down menu,
3. Then visit the “Help Center,"
4. Next, type in the search box "delete a deceased person's account"
5. Then click the link: Reporting a deceased person or a Facebook account that needs to be memorialized. https://www.facebook.com/help/150486848354038/?ref=u2u
6. Then click the link: “request the removal”
7. Here you will find step by step instructions for removal. Note that you will need to provide documentation that you are next of kin and proof of death.

Following step four you also have the choice to Memorialize the Account. The word “Remembering” will appear next to the person’s name. This allows family and friends to continue to view pictures and memories of the departed into the future.

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03/20/2026

Families First and Foremost

Society’s definition of what constitutes a family has changed dramatically in recent years and not too long ago, the term ‘perfect family’ was a commonplace expression. The term traditional family or nuclear family is now joined by others such as blended family, single parent family, foster family or modern family. A succinct definition of family no longer has the common reference points of the past, and it’s ok if no family is perfect. Perfection, after all, is in the eye of the beholder.

There are times however, when family life is ever so important, first and foremost a family provides an environment for children where they are a part of something; they’re not alone. It is the original club or group they are raised in, where they first laugh, where they first cry and where they first share. The family ties that are established at a young age with immediate and extended family members, form bonds which last a lifetime.

The notion of family is never more present than at events such as weddings and funerals. A time for gathering and sharing, for comforting and remembering, a time for being with those who care for us and love us, not for how we can make their lives better, but rather, just for who we are.

“Other things may change us, but we start and end with family.” Anthony Brandt
“A man travels the world over in search of what he needs, and returns home to find it.” George Moore

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03/18/2026

Stanley Donald Prosser of Hartley Settlement passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the Hotel Dieu in Perth Andover. He was born January 16, 1932, and was the son of the late Manzer and Margaret Prosser. Besides his ...

03/17/2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Florence Marie Davis on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Upper River Valley Hospital. Florence was born in Gordonsville on December 8, 1926, the daughter of ...

03/16/2026

Dr. Starla Fitch shows us how the ways we’re seeing may be endangering our lives in this poignant, funny talk. Her stories will make you change the way you l...

03/11/2026

National Funeral Directors and Morticians Recognition Day

March 11th is the official day when the efforts of funeral directors across our nation are acknowledged. These members of our community, who care for our departed, do not have typical 9-5 jobs or careers. They sometimes work long hours, making sure the needs of the families they support are taken care of in a timely manner.

To step in the shoes of a Funeral Director, to devote years, perhaps decades to ensuring funeral services run smoothly and are tended to in a dignified manner… while simultaneously providing guidance and emotional support… is not a calling for everyone.

Compassion, care and commitment are needed. This calling requires someone with an empathetic approach, who will to do everything needed to ensure the memory of a beloved is treated with the upmost respect.

Today we celebrate the continuing efforts of funeral directors, who provide essential services to our community. Thank you!