Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services - Kamloops

01/12/2023

After 22 years of operating as Personal Alternative Funeral Services® and Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services®, our Franchise Agreement has recently expired. Accordingly, we are now changing our name here in Kamloops to Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services.

To the many families we’ve served over the years, please know that we’re the same people, at the same address and the same phone number. The only thing that has changed is our name and website address.

Learn more about Cypress at: https://bit.ly/3OxUKBB and follow at Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services.

01/10/2023

There's always more than one perspective of looking at change.

01/05/2023

We all know it's not always possible for the whole family to come together when a service is needed, especially during the holidays when travelling can be costly.

At Alternatives, we offer online webcasts included in our services, so family members can still feel the sense of involvement and participation in the event. Particularly today, webcasts have become an ideal way to give those unable to attend the ability to still feel a part of your special service.

Learn more about webcasts on our website at: https://bit.ly/2YNbrjh

01/04/2023

Garth Gilbert ❤️

Garth Craig Gilbert of Kamloops passed away on December 27th, 2022 at 69 years of age. He is survived by his loving wife Colleen Rose Gilbert and children Kelly (Lily) and Erin Gilbert, his sister Darlene McIvor and the O’Toole family. Also left to carry on his memory are his seven grandchildren L...

01/03/2023

Give your family the security to be able to deal with loss when it happens.

Let us help guide you our pre-planning process, to avoid future inflation and ensure your family won't be paying directly out-of-pocket. Reach out to us today to see where we can start.

01/01/2023

"The best is yet to come." - Frank Sinatra.

From our team at Alternatives, we wish you all the best for this upcoming year!

12/29/2022

With the year coming to an end, it's often a good time to reflect on our highs and lows. What moments had an impact on you, or your friends or family, that brought you closer together?

12/27/2022

We often take for granted that we live in a time when we have access to so many amazing mental health and counselling resources! While a podcast or book may not be a substitute for getting professional help, it certainly is an affordable start.

There are many podcasts out there that speak of grief and loss, and can be a great resource for those going through a difficult time.

12/25/2022

"We were together. I forget the rest." - Walt Wiltman.

We wish you the warmest of holidays with all your loved ones, near and far.

12/22/2022

Kenneth Dale Wilkinson ❤️

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Dale Wilkinson on December 16, 2022. Ken was born and raised in Kamloops and a lifelong member of the IUOE Local #115. He is survived by his loving life partner Betty Jo McCune, his sisters Linda (Roy), Patty (Ed), Dena (Dennis), nieces...

12/22/2022

Spending your first holiday without a loved one might be an unsettling time. One way of commemorating them might be to dedicate a new tradition in their honour, whether that's incorporating a favourite dish of theirs, or doing a reading from one of their favourite books or quotes. There are many ways to carry with you the ones that left an imprint.

12/20/2022

What makes an Alternatives Event unique?

Some families may lean away from formal end-of-life services, as service planning can be a conflicting time for some. Our goal is provide an event that is as special to you as your lost loved one. Our experienced group of event planners and support staff aim to ease this process as much as possible.

Learn more about what makes our services unique at https://bit.ly/3QwsBKP