About Us

Dignified Funeral Alternatives

We specialize in basic cremation or burial as an alternative to the traditional funerals offered by most funeral homes. Our licensed funeral directors are available 24 hours, 365 days of the year to guide you in arranging a modestly priced cremation or burial.

 We consult giving professional advice on creating a meaningful service or gathering with family and friends. You are assured peace of mind entrusting Dignified Funeral Alternatives in the care of all necessary transportation and documents required. We have an on-site facility for identification of your loved one, if so desired. 

 As caring professionals our mandate is to make your transition as simple as possible. Listed below are some of the things we do to make it easier for you as part of our basic service.

For your convenience we are located in Barrie, Ontario at 461 Dunlop Street West, Unit 3

Honoring Your Loved One

 You've got ideas and stories to share. We've got the experience. Together we can design the perfect personalized memorial or funeral service.

 Home appointments and price lists are available without obligation.

Dignity and respect for you, your loved one and your family are held at the highest regard while offering a sensitive choice.

 If you're interested in exploring the possibilities, or simply have questions about one of the features please email or call us today

  --Steven R. Bridge,    Funeral Director

Services include:

 -meeting with family in our office or your home to obtain all necessary information to register the death with the Ontario Government. as well as to finalize the arrangements for cremation or burial.

 -arranging transfer from the place of death, preparation, filing and delivery of all necessary documentation, transfer to crematorium or cemetery of your choice.

 -Funeral directors statements of death and C.P.P. benefit forms are provided for estate purposes.

-Simple containers are used rather than ornate caskets. A selection of reasonably priced urns or burial vaults are available if requested.

 If you wish, upon request, memorial service or celebration of life including location arrangement and affiliation help can be arranged.

Professionals

 We make it easier for you as part of our basic service:

 Paying attention to accuracy in preparing your CPP Death and Survivor Benefit applications.

   Provide you with a detailed executor's checklist and a list of contacts to cancel Health card, Social  Insurance Numbers, driver’s license, apply for benefits under Veterans Affairs and many other tasks  that can be overwhelming at a difficult time.

   Provide as many Proof of Death Certificates as you require to settle the estate.

   Assist with an obituary and submit to any newspaper and offer a complimentary donation and  condolences service online or by phone.

   If there is a shortage of funds in the estate to cover costs we can help you find the financial  assistance you need.

Budget

 Many budget oriented but meaningful memorial options are available.

Our office administrator is skilled in custom publishing of memorial cards, register books and a memorial tribute DVDs to help bring meaning to your celebration of life.

Whether you expect an intimate celebration of 25 or a large gathering of 200 people, our funeral directors will help you find the place that best suits your needs.

Our family has been serving families for over 22 years. Dignity is shown with respect, not expense!

Dignified Funeral Alternatives and Cremation Services provides honorable and reasonably prices alternatives to the traditional services provided by funeral homes in Simcoe County.

 The Dignified Funeral Alternatives Team                                      

                                     Steven R. Bridge

                                     Owner/Managing Funeral Director

Steven was born and raised in Drayton, ON. After graduating high school he went out into the work force searching for a career path that he would find both fulfilling and meaningful. During this time he was offered a job at the local funeral home in Drayton and Palmerston. It is here that he would find his life’s passion, working in the funeral industry and with families in the community.

Steven attended Humber College and graduated from the Funeral Services program in 1996, and became a licensed Funeral Director in the province of Ontario.

After graduating, Steven set out seeking for a small community in need of a funeral home and funeral director. A community where he could help families in need. A community where he could raise his own family and feel like he was making a difference. He came across the small community of Angus, ON. It is here that he chose to move with his wife and small boys and open the Steven R. Bridge Funeral Home. While serving and helping many families in the Angus and surrounding area (since 1997), Steven noticed there was a shift happening in the industry. More and more families were seeking more of a funeral alternative rather than a traditional funeral. Thus a division of the Steven R. Bridge Funeral Home was born. In 2009 Dignified Funeral Alternatives opened their doors and began serving families in Simcoe County, Muskoka and the GTA. “Keeping things simple while treating everyone with the same dignity and respect” became Steven’s mission statement. Dignity is shown with respect...not expense, is our belief. We are truly about helping the deceased and their families in the most difficult of times. Whether they choose cremation or burial, celebration of life/memorial service in a hall or place of worship, or a graveside service, we are here to help guide you.  

Steven continues to live in Angus with his wife. He has 4 grown boys and a grandson. He continues to fulfil his life goals by still operating the Steven R. Bridge Funeral Home and Dignified Funeral Alternatives in Barrie.     

 

                                       Laurie A. Bridge

                                       Funeral Advisor/Funeral Directors Assistant

                                       Office Administrator

Laurie has over 20 years experience in the hospitality industry. She has been a Director of Sales and Marketing for several hotels and resorts throughout Ontario. Laurie’s passion of working with people, creating memorable events for them and always wanting to make a difference in their lives is what has helped their family business grow.

Upon the opening of Dignified Funeral Alternatives, it only made sense for Laurie to come aboard full time in the family business. She has applied her skill set of marketing, sales and administration to both the funeral home and Dignified Funeral Alternatives, while having a compassionate understanding for all families in their time of grief and need. Laurie believes in celebrating a life and creating memories. She takes great pride in being able to create memorable stationary packages, candles, DVD’s etc. Laurie continues to stay up to date with current trends in the funeral industry. From the newest trends in memorial jewellery to floating urns for water burial or bio urns for tree planting, she understands that everyone is unique has different ideas for celebrating a life. Together with her Husband Steve, they can help you create a wonderful and memorable “good-bye”.  

We strive to do what YOU want for your family. Dignity IS shown with respect...not expense.