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Keepsake Urn
​The Symbolic Meaning of Keeping a Keepsake Urn at Home

Choosing to keep a small urn or keepsake containing the ashes of a loved one at home is a profoundly personal gesture. For many, it provides a tangible, comforting link to the deceased—an enduring presence in the home that speaks of love, remembrance, and continuity.

​Whether placed on a mantelpiece, in a private alcove, or incorporated into a family altar, a keepsake urn allows us to maintain an intimate connection with those who have passed. It symbolizes permanence, emotional closeness, and the idea that memory does not end with physical departure.

A Sacred Tribute and Its Emotional Weight
While this choice can offer peace and healing, it is also important to consider its potential emotional risks. The urn, though small, can carry immense symbolic value. In the event of accidental damage, theft, or misplacement, the emotional distress can be severe. The loss of ashes—especially when held in a private residence—can provoke intense grief, anxiety, or feelings of guilt.
Before deciding to keep a keepsake urn at home, reflect on the following:
  • Can the urn be kept in a safe, stable location?
  • Will all household members feel comfortable with its presence?
  • Do you have a backup plan or copy of key information in case of loss?
This option, though deeply meaningful, requires thoughtful consideration.

Our Keepsake Urns: Elegant, Discreet, and Secure
At OnlineFuneralServices.ca, we offer a selection of discreet and elegant keepsake urns designed for home display. Whether in wood, ceramic, or metal, our urns are designed with both aesthetic sensitivity and emotional security in mind. Each model comes with guidance on safe placement and long-term care.

Reliquaire Laiton 1 (2.5)

CA$99.00
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Reliquaire Laiton 2 (2.5)

CA$99.00
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Reliquaire Laiton 4 (2.5)

CA$99.00
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Reliquaire Laiton 5 (2.5)

CA$99.00
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Reliquaire Laiton 6 (2.5)

CA$99.00
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Porte Lampion Blanc et Argent

CA$175.00
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Porte Lampion Bleu et Argent

CA$175.00
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Porte Lampion Noir et Or

CA$175.00
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Porte Lampion Rouge et Or

CA$175.00
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Larme Or et Argent

CA$175.00
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Porcelaine de limoges

CA$375.00
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JA-02231

CA$125.00
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JA-02263

CA$125.00
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JA-02266

CA$125.00
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JA-02962

CA$125.00
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JA-02963

CA$125.00
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JA-049209

CA$125.00
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JA-049212

CA$125.00
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