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Welcome to Great Goodbyes
Each of us is one of a kind. So too should the funeral and memorials be when we die. That's why we created Great Goodbyes – a place with everything you need to arrange a truly unique end of life celebration.
But as the world hunkers down amid the Covid 19 pandemic, families may no longer be able to hold a funeral and must approach things differently. Great Goodbyes has everything you need to make burial and cremation arrangements online. You can browse all your options, compare pricing and connect with a funeral home, all from your computer.
Arrange a Funeral With Great Goodbyes
Get quotes
Funerals can be expensive, but asking about prices can feel disrespectful and .undignified A simple quote process and upfront explanations helps you understand all the options so you avoid being caught out by mounting costs. Get quotes from several funeral homes. Connect only when you're ready.
Find a professional
From funeral directors to celebrants, musicians to florists, find the local professionals who can help you create a Great Goodbye. Discover trusted vendors with the experience you need.and links to contact details and websites all in one place.
Search products
Discover a great range of caskets and urns you can purchase direct from the supplier. Accepted by every funeral home, there are stunning eco friendly woven caskets and urns through to more traditional styles. You'll find something that perfectly reflects the Great Goodbye you're arranging.
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Get the facts
Don't let common misconceptions get in the way of a Great Goodbye. When it comes to arranging a funeral there are far less rules than you imagine there might be. These must read articles dispel common myths and show you options you may not realise you have.
Make it personal
It’s the little things that turn a funeral into something special. Discover how to create the perfect funeral, whatever that might mean to your family. A unique venue, flowers from home, great music and so much more. We’ll help with great ideas, a range of brilliant suppliers, and tips to bring it all together beautifully.
Sharon's blog
Thought-provoking and inspirational articles that reflect and challenge how we view death and celebrate life. Sharon shares stories of how others have shaped unique end of life celebrations and in doing so encourages us to take the extras steps to create a special farewell when we lose someone we love.
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Get the Facts
Myth: There are lots of rules and regulations for funerals
While there are some important tasks to be completed such as registering the death and other paperwork there are actually very few rules that come
Myth: People find out details of a death and funeral in the newspaper
The reality is we now live in digital age and most of our news and communication is delivered online. Many of us will never read
Myth: A funeral needs to be held within a few days
Death overwhelms us. In the midst of our grief there is suddenly a lot to do, and many decisions to make. Before you rush into anything
Myth: A funeral will be expensive
It doesn’t have to be. Even if you don’t care about spending less, you may wish to save costs in some areas so you can
Make it personal
Venue
It’s one of the first questions we get asked when someone has died. Where is the funeral? And when will it be? Nothing sets the
Music
When it comes to creating a Great Goodbye, the only music that’s inappropriate are sounds that have nothing to do with the life of the
Flowers
Funeral flowers were originally used in pre-refrigeration era use to mask odours. Alongside scented candles and incense, flowers were selected for the strength of their
Personalizing the casket
While it’s become custom to have a casket spray. there is no rule that says you have to have to purchase a floral arrangement to
Find a funeral home
Mt Scott Funeral Home
We’re dedicated to providing personalized, professional and compassionate services to help lighten your burden and support you through the difficult times that follow the loss of a loved one.
Hustad Funeral Home
Hustad Funeral Home is proud to be an affordable family-owned and independent professional service provider with deep roots in our community.
Crown Cremation Burial
We specialize in low cost cremation, burial, funerals and memorials, with six convenient locations to serve the entire Portland and Salem areas, including all surrounding communities. Privately owned and operated Cascade cremation facility.
Rose City Cemetery & Funeral Home
We are part of the vanguard of the green burial movement. We welcome burial without casket and without any concrete outer burial container in any area of our cemetery.
Find a venue
Abernethy Center
We partner with our clients to create an event that is expressly yours – whether that be an epic love story, a nonprofit fundraiser, or a celebration of life. We’re in the business of creating extraordinary memories!
Loft at 8th Avenue
The Loft at 8th Avenue is an exciting, modern event venue and headquarters for VT Group. We are located in the Central Eastside Industrial District near the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon.
Exchange Ballroom and Cascade Rooftop
The Exchange Ballroom and Cascade Rooftop is an event venue located on the east bank of the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon. Our rentable spaces are located within the historic Eastside Exchange Building.
Rossi Farms
Our farm is available to rent for festivals, corporate, and private events whose proceeds help benefit the local community and Parkrose High School athletic programs.
Find a casket
“Peace” Pine Casket
PEACE is a modern style of funerary pine box. PEACE has full length through-grip handles on each side and finger grips on each end to help ease handling.
Willow Carrier and Shrouds
The Passages Willow Carrier is produced from sustainable, biodegradable willow and is designed for dignified viewing of a dressed or shrouded body.
Seagrass – Child and Infant Caskets
Our beautiful and elegant child and infant caskets and coffins are certified Fair Trade. You may choose from Six-Point Bamboo, Seagrass Caskets, Willow Caskets, and Biodegradable Paper Caskets.
Nahum Pine
Our comprehensive range of metal and wood caskets offers identical quality but at much lower prices.
FAQ
Does Great-Goodbyes charge for the service?
No, you do not pay anything to connect with the product and service providers on Great Goodbyes. You will pay anyone you connect with according to the quotes you received and standard industry terms.
Do I need to start right now?
That depends on what stage you are at. The quote tool allows you to get organised ahead of time if you wish. Or you can let us know if you require the quote urgently and want to connect with a funeral director straight away. Then you might want to pause, and consult with family and friends before coming back to Great Goodbyes to arrange all the details for the funeral service.
Do you employ funeral directors?
No, Great Goodbyes doesn’t employ funeral directors, or any other vendors. What we do is connect you with a range of highly experienced professionals to take care of as much or as little of the funeral as you wish.
When do I have to pay?
After completing the Great Goodbye quote tool you will receive quotes from several funeral homes in your area. You will pay the funeral home you choose to work with according to standard industry terms which is usually 30 days after the funeral. Other vendors can be paid according to their usual terms.
What's the difference between Great Goodbyes and a Funeral Home?
Great Goodbyes is an online platform that brings a wide range of funeral professionals, funeral homes and other suppliers into one easy to browse place. You can search, compare and connect with a variety of people who will help arrange a memorable and personal funeral.