No one wants to die alone but that’s the sad reality that a lot of people face in developed countries these days including Singapore, with people marrying later, fertility rates taking a nose dive, and rising divorce rates. More and more people are simply dying alone. In Singapore, news articles of someone being found dead…

Sometimes The Most Harmless Activity Leads To Tragedy. It was nearing midnight and I was already tucked under the sheets, probably finally entering my REM sleep cycle, when I received a phone call from Grace who said, “I need help with a baby funeral.” Initially, I thought she was referring to the cremation of an…

Going into Malaysia for rounding at the race track sounds like an adventure and, for many, a harmless activity. I personally went to Melaka with a friend years ago in a Subaru. It was a thrilling experience sitting in a car moving at high speed on a designated race track, although I remember feeling nauseous…

As Singapore’s population ages, demand for end of life care will increase and it is good to know our options when we do require such a service one day, be it for ourselves or for our loved ones.  As we age, we have to accept that our physical bodies are not as strong anymore and…

Overview of Buddhism In Singapore and Southeast Asia All over the world, Buddhism is a major religion with a huge majority of Chinese subscribing to the religion. Buddhism is said to be conceived in northeastern India, also known as Nepal today around the 5th to 6th century BCE. A lot of the beliefs in Buddhist…

Qing Ming Festival falls on 5th April 2026, a Sunday this year. Qing Ming Festival, also known as tomb-sweeping festival is an annual festival where people will pay homage to their ancestors. Prayers are being arranged with food and paper offerings as we remember those who have left before us and pay respects to them.…

As Chinese New Year approaches this February, the festive atmosphere brings joy, reunion, and celebration to many families. However, for those who have lost a loved one-especially a parent-this season can also stir deep feelings of nostalgia, grief, and longing. It is very common for families to have questions about what should or should not…

For Roman Catholics, there is a new wake hall that can be used in the central-west at 1 Commonwealth Drive, Singapore 149603 priced at a very affordable rate of $600 per 24 hours. If you do not already realise, the way this parlour is charged is slightly different as the fee is for a full…

Keeping Your Loved One Close in a Beautiful, Affordable Way When someone we love passes on, we often search for a meaningful way to keep them close — not in a morbid sense, but as a comforting reminder of love, connection, and memory. While traditional urns remain common, many families today are looking for creative and…

When it comes to planning a meaningful farewell, families today are looking for ways to create a personal, heartfelt experience that honours their loved one’s life. At Harmony Funeral Care, we provide a range of customised funeral door gifts and bespoke memorial table setups designed to bring comfort, connection, and remembrance to any funeral or memorial service. Customised Funeral…