Bidding farewell to a loved one is undeniably one of life’s most challenging experiences.

In these times of profound loss, viewings serve as a vital component of the grieving process, offering solace, closure, and an opportunity to celebrate a life well-lived.

Cherishing memories together

Arranging a viewing, while not required, can be a way to foster a space where family and friends can honour the life lost. For some, it can be integral to the healing process. As a community of individuals with shared experience and with an atmosphere of reminiscence, storytelling in the presence of the deceased reminds us that we are not alone in our grief.

Closure in a safe space

Viewings offer loved ones an opportunity for closure that is a distinctly different experience from a closed casket service. Seeing a loved one in a state of rest, at peace and well dressed can be powerful as well as calming. Acceptance is often one of the hardest stages of grief and important to helping everyone move forward. Grief cannot be rushed. It is complex and is often accompanied by emotions that are difficult to comprehend.

Paying homage your way

At Mattiske Funerals, we can help you bring family and friends together in a space to express, grieve and find closure; viewings offer a unique shared experience that is separate from the funeral service.

At the same time, paying homage to your loved one at the end of their life is something wholly individual to the griever and the departed. Mementos, personal items, gifts, photographs and other items of significance can be used to transform the viewing space into a shrine of celebration.

Contact us to find out how our Adelaide funeral directors can help arrange a viewing experience and funeral service.