Cariboo - Chilcotin Funeral Service Ltd.
Serving theCentral Interior and ChilcotinCoast
Our Services
Immediate Assistance Available
At-need Transportation Services operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you have recently experienced the loss of a loved one, we encourage you to reach out to the nearest office for prompt transportation.
Burial and Cremation Services
Cariboo-Chilcotin Funeral Service Ltd. is dedicated to providing dignified burial and cremation services that honor and celebrate the life and memory of your loved one. Our proficient and knowledgeable team is committed to serving your family with the utmost respect and personalization to meet your unique needs.
Monuments and Custom Products
We offer expertise in both the design and ordering of custom granite and bronze monuments. These high-quality products are crafted in British Columbia with meticulous attention to detail. Orders can be placed at our 100 Mile House and Williams Lake locations; please contact the office nearest to you to schedule an appointment.
Our locations provide an extensive selection of caskets, urns, keepsakes, and cremation jewelry. We take pride in offering locally handmade caskets and urns, and we are honored to assist you in selecting the perfect memorial items.
Where to Begin
Navigating funeral services can be unfamiliar ground for many individuals, characterized by various processes, associated costs, and products that are often challenging to discuss. Our primary objective is to alleviate any sense of uncertainty by offering transparent information regarding the array of services we provide.
The Arrangement Process
Upon request for service, one of our licensed funeral directors will meet with the authorized legal representative of the deceased to initiate the arrangement process. If the deceased has a will, the “executor” assumes responsibility for arrangements and signing funeral documentation. In the absence of a will, the funeral director, following the “order of priority” under British Columbia’s Cremation Interment and Funeral Services Act, identifies the legal next of kin. Information regarding the deceased’s and family’s wishes, whether for burial or cremation services, is gathered. The funeral director collects essential personal details for the B.C. Vital Statistics Agency, including birth details, healthcare and social insurance numbers, and primary occupation. This information facilitates death registration with Vital Statistics and enables the funeral provider to generate necessary documentation, including the original death certificate.
Funeral Expenses Explained
The cost of funeral services can vary greatly. As the purchaser, you have the right to expect a transparent and precise estimate of these costs before making a final decision. The licensed staff at Cariboo-Chilcotin Funeral Service Ltd., will provide information and an estimate based on the services you are interested in. Please reach out to the office closest to you via phone or email, and we can schedule an appointment to provide a breakdown of costs and any other information completely free of charge and with no obligation. We understand that making decisions about funeral services can be difficult, our goal is to make the process as informative, easy and stress-free as possible for you and your loved ones.
Some of the common expenses when considering funeral services include the funeral home’s fee for service, documentation and registration, transportation, and preparations for viewing and visitation if desired. There are many important areas of consideration; certain products such as caskets, and urns, cemetery costs, venue and possibly catering or florists. The cost of these products will vary and do change often, Cariboo-Chilcotin Funeral Service Ltd. has worked over the years to develop and sustain great relationships with Canadian and local suppliers. The quality of merchandise can have a significant impact on the overall experience as well as the cost of funeral services.
Our Commitment toYou
Our commitment is to deliver superior care and service to both our communities and the funeral service profession. Through sustainable partnerships, relationship building, and operational efficiency, we actively contribute to the well-being of the communities we serve.
We will honour the persons whose final disposition we are entrusted to oversee with integrity, dignity, respect, and without prejudice.
About Us
100 Mile Funeral Service was founded in 1978 by Ian and Del Gunn who had previously owned and operated a Funeral Home in Northern Manitoba for a number of years. Ian’s reputation as the local funeral director evolved in the Cariboo, and his son Shane began working with him in 1992. Shane and his wife Meg purchased the company in 1997, and in 1999 established the funeral home at its present location on Cedar Avenue in 100 Mile House where it still remains today.
After having served the community of 100 Mile House and the outlying areas for close to two decades, 100 Mile Funeral Service expanded to Williams Lake: BC and Cariboo-Chilcotin Funeral Service Ltd. was established. Our organization, serving both 100 Mile House and Williams Lake is grateful to our genuine, professional and dedicated staff who possess an exceptional ability to attend to all communities. We will continue to hold the needs of the individuals we serve in the highest regard, and strive to provide the highest level of service in your time of need.