Pet Memorial Services
for the Niagara Falls, NY Area

When you want to properly honor the life of your pet, we offer pet memorial services that allow you and your family to grieve for this special animal. Pets are considered a part of the family, and it can be an important part of the grieving process to give them a traditional memorial service. 

Remember all of the joy your pet gave you throughout the years and celebrate their life with our commemorations. 

Our caring funeral directors and staff have years of experience handling pet memorial services for pet owners throughout the Niagara Falls, North Tonawanda, and Buffalo, NY areas, and we will be happy to assist with whatever wishes you have. We invite you to give us a call and explain to us exactly what you are looking for. 

It will be a privilege to properly honor your pet and we look forward to speaking with you soon.

Planning the Right Pet Memorial 

Planning a pet memorial is a wonderful way to honor a beloved animal companion who has passed away. It can help provide a sense of closure to your family and celebrates the joy that your pet brought to your life. At DuBois Funeral Home, we are here to help you plan a beautiful, heartfelt pet memorial. Our team will work with you throughout the process to ensure that everything is handled according to your wishes. Here are some steps to help you get started:

● Invite Friends and Family: Losing a pet can be extremely impactful to you, your family, and your community. You might want to reach out to friends, family, and others who knew your pet to include them in the memorial. Whether you want a more intimate gathering or a larger event, our team is here to help.

● Plan a Ceremony: Funeral ceremonies are important rituals that help us process our grief. The ceremony can be as simple or elaborate as you like. You might include readings of poems or favorite stories about your pet, a moment of silence, or playing a piece of music that reminds you of them. Some people might even choose to have a small service led by a spiritual leader or a close friend.

● Incorporate Personal Touches: Set up a display featuring photos of your pet, their favorite toys, or other personal items. This can serve as a focal point for the gathering and encourage guests to share their memories. You can further personalize your memorial with meaningful music or items they used to love.

● Allow for Expression of Grief: Provide a way for your guests to express their grief and memories. There are many ways to accomplish this; for example, your guests could write messages to be buried with your pet or placed in a memory box. This is a great way for your guests to participate in the ceremony and offer their support to your family.

● Plan for Closure: Conclude the memorial with a special act such as lighting candles, releasing balloons, or planting a tree in memory of your pet. This act of closure can be a powerful way to say goodbye to your beloved pet.

● Aftercare: After the pet memorial service, take care of yourself and others who shared a close bond with your pet. Grief manifests in many ways, so it’s important to lean on your loved ones during this difficult time.

Planning a pet memorial is a personal process that can be tailored to reflect the unique bond you shared. It's an opportunity to say goodbye in a way that honors their memory and the impact they had on your life. Let the team at DuBois Funeral Home help you plan the perfect pet memorial. We have worked with grieving families throughout Buffalo, North Tonawanda, Niagara Falls, and the surrounding area.