Orthodox Funerals
Orthodox Funerals
At Ward Funeral Homes, we hold a deep and longstanding commitment to honouring the rich traditions, sacred customs, and profound faith of the Orthodox Community. We understand that the Orthodox funeral rite is not just a farewell, but a beautiful service of the resurrection, rooted in hope, theology and deep spiritual reverence.
To ensure that every family receives the culturally precise and deeply respectful care they deserve during their time of grief, we provide dedicated specialists who speak the language, understand the customs, and walk alongside our families every step of the way.
Central to this unwavering commitment are Toulla Kiriakidis (licensed pre-planning specialist) and Maria Athanasiadis Wolfe (licensed funeral director), our vital and dedicated Greek Orthodox Cultural Specialists.
Contact us at
647-984-7335 to learn more.
Why Toulla and Maria are Vital to Our Families:
- Deep Cultural Expertise: Both Toulla and Maria bring a profound, firsthand understanding of Orthodox traditions. From coordinating closely with local parishes and clergy, to ensuring the traditional requirements of the viewing and church service are meticulously met, they handle every detail with seamless precision.
- Compassionate, Relatable Guidance: Navigating a loss is uniquely difficult. Toulla and Maria provide a comforting, familiar presence for families. They offer a bridge of comfort that ensures no detail of faith or family tradition is overlooked.
- A Bridge to the Community: Their dedication extends far beyond the walls of our chapels. Toulla and Maria are active, passionate members of the local community, continually supporting church initiatives, iconography projects, and cultural milestones.
At Ward, we believe that your memories matter. Thanks to the heart, soul, and tireless dedication that Toulla and Maria pour into their work, Orthodox families across the GTA can rest assured that their loved ones will be laid to rest with the utmost dignity, honour, and sacred tradition.
