Many Korean funerals are rooted in Confucianism and involve helping the soul smoothly and peacefully transition into the afterlife. Although traditional Korean funerals have adapted to simple modern services or even cremation, some traditions are still observed.

Korean funerals are usually held on the third day after the death occurs. This provides the family time to prepare the body and express their emotions and grief in a process called kok. A Korean funeral often features an altar area with a portrait of the deceased in the center; this is called jesasang. The altar is also where offerings and flowers are placed to help the spirit travel to the afterlife.

After the funeral service, the body is either taken to a gravesite or a crematory. No matter which one, it is important to Korean families that the proper burial or cremation guarantees the deceased won’t become a kaekkwi, or wondering ghost.

At Morizzo Funeral Home & Cremation Services, we understand each family has its own cultural traditions and rituals, which is why we work closely with families to create a funeral or cremation service that will honor the deceased’s life. We are here to help you plan a Korean funeral or cremation ceremony that honors your family’s customs and traditions, whether if it is traditional or non-traditional. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to serving you.

Most Filipinos practice Catholicism, which has a strong belief that funerals are a way to celebrate their loved one’s life and should not only be about mourning and grief. Funerals are just as important in Filipino culture as birthdays and weddings. Many Filipino funerals nowadays are a blend of modern and traditional customs that are all about a peaceful transition into the afterlife.

When a person passes away, the family hosts a wake at our funeral home so family and friends can pay homage to the deceased. At Filipino wakes, gatherers will sing songs, hymns or ballads.

After the wake, the mass takes place at a Catholic church where the priest will bless the deceased to ensure safe passage to heaven. For the most part, many Filipinos elect a traditional burial at a Catholic church or gravesite instead of cremation. A hearse will then take the casket to the church’s graveyard for burial. Mourners can sing traditional funeral songs during the process and burial.

At Morizzo Funeral Home & Cremation Services, we understand each family has its own cultural traditions and rituals, which is why we can create a Catholic funeral service that will meet your personal preferences and honor the deceased’s life. We are here to help you plan a Catholic funeral that best suits your family’s customs and traditions, whether if it is traditional or non-traditional. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to serving you.