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Why should we choose a funeral parlour instead of the void deck? 为何选择殡仪馆而不是组屋楼下?

Updated: Oct 16

While both funeral parlours and void decks can be used for wakes, funeral parlours offer several distinct advantages. They've become increasingly popular due to their numerous benefits. Here are several reasons why a funeral parlour is generally a more suitable choice:


虽然殡仪馆和组屋楼下都可以用于守灵,但 殡仪馆 提供了一些明显的优势。由于其众多好处,它们变得越来越受欢迎。以下是为何选择殡仪馆的好处的一些原因:


Privacy 隐私


Funeral parlours provide a private and dignified environment for the wake, allowing families to grieve in peace without worrying about disturbing the neighbours. Neighbours living on the lower floors might be affected as the Chinese funerals can get quite loud with all the rituals and music. 

For grieving families, especially those who value privacy, a funeral parlour offers a more intimate and private environment.


This is particularly important for public figures or individuals who want a private service. Having a void deck funerals will not have this privilege as every moment, there will be passers-by looking into the funeral set-ups, bringing an uncomfortable feeling for the family members.


殡仪馆为守灵提供了一个私密且尊严的环境,让家庭成员在没有打扰邻居的情况下安心地哀悼。住在较低楼层的邻居可能会受到影响,因为华人葬礼由于所有的仪式和音乐可能会变得非常嘈杂。对于哀悼的家庭,尤其是那些重视隐私的家庭,殡仪馆提供了一个更加亲密和私密的环境。


对于公众人物或希望举行私人葬礼的人来说,这一点尤其重要。在组屋楼下举行葬礼将没有这种特权,因为每时每刻都会有路人看着葬礼的布置,给家庭成员带来不舒服的感觉。



The wake of Chairman Emeritus of United Overseas Bank, Dr Wee Cho Yaw, is held at Woodlands Memorial

联昌银行名誉主席黃祖耀先生的守灵仪式在兀兰永念堂举行

Image Credits: Channel News Asia


Facilities 设施


Compared to rental toilets often found in void decks at funerals, funeral parlours typically provide cleaner and more spacious facilities that are safer for the elderly, as portable toilets tend to be more challenging for older people. This ensures comfort and convenience for grieving families and guests will be easy, especially during the peak of attendance on the final night of the wake.


组屋楼下葬礼上常见的出租厕所相比,殡仪馆通常提供更清洁和更宽敞的设施,对于老年人来说更安全,因为便携式厕所对于老年人来说往往更具挑战性。这确保了哀悼家庭和宾客的舒适和便利,尤其是在守灵仪式的最后晚上出席人数高峰期间。



A private space for the bereaved family member to rest during the wake

家属在守灵期间休息的私人空间



Ensuite bathroom

私人浴室


Woodlands Memorial provides a private room within the wake halls with an ensuite bathroom and a separate shower. With the convenience of having private resting areas and ensuite bathrooms during the typical 3- to 5-day wake period, grieving families can find solace in our funeral parlour’s private resting areas and ensuite bathrooms, offering much-needed comfort and convenience.


兀兰永念堂在守灵大厅内提供带连接浴室和独立淋浴的私人房间。通过在典型的 3-5 天守灵期间提供私人休息区和连接浴室的便利,哀悼的家庭可以在我们殡仪馆的私人休息区和连接浴室中找到慰藉,提供急需的舒适和便利。


Safety 安全


The comfort of having a funeral in the parlour allows families to have peace of mind while keeping stray animals away, as it is a superstition in Chinese funerals that cats are unlucky. Furthermore, when a funeral is held at the void deck, a public space, it can be hard to avoid having stray animals around.


在殡仪馆举行葬礼为家属提供了安心的环境,同时避免了流浪动物的干扰,因为在华人的葬礼中,猫被认为是不吉利的。此外,当葬礼在组屋楼下的公共空间举行时,很难避免流浪动物的出现。



Families can keep vigil in our comfortable private rooms during the wake or rest at home since our funeral parlours can be locked with passwords

在守灵期间,家庭可以在我们的舒适私人房间里守夜,或者在家里休息,因为我们的殡仪馆可以用密码锁定


Accessibility 易接近


Usually, visitors will experience little to no parking lots for a void deck wake, resulting in parking somewhere further away and when guests park and crowd the service roads, it will then bring inconveniences to the neighbours. 


However, for funeral parlours, the accessibility to the wake is usually strategically located so guests can visit the wake by transportation or vehicle. 


通常,宾客会在举行葬礼上的周围发现几乎没有停车位,导致停车地点更远,当客人停车在拥挤服务道路时,这将给邻居带来不便。


然而,对于殡仪馆来说,前往守灵仪式的交通通常位于战略位置,以便客人可以通过交通工具或车辆抵达。



Woodlands Memorial allocated two storeys of parking space for visitors

兀兰永念堂为宾客分配了两层的停车位



Free shuttle bus service can be arranged for visitors

为宾客安排的免费班车服务


Woodlands Memorial: Your Premier Funeral Venue

As a one-stop funeral destination, Woodlands Memorial offers a range of personalised packages to suit diverse family needs and budgets. Our transparent pricing is available online, ensuring no hidden costs.


Need immediate assistance? Reach us 24/7 at +65 8833 7877. We're here to guide you through the funeral process, from initial arrangements to pre-planning for peace of mind.


兀兰永念堂:您首选的殡葬场所

作为一站式殡葬目的地,兀兰永念堂提供一系列个性化的套餐,以满足不同家庭的需求和预算。我们的透明定价可在网上查看,确保没有隐藏费用。


需要立即协助?请拨打+65 8833 7877 24 小时为您服务。我们将陪伴您整个殡葬过程,如从最初的安排到预先计划以获得安心。




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