When a loved one dies, those left behind are filled with the conflicting emotions of intense sorrow and grief, coupled with Christian joy and thankfulness that the suffering is over and everlasting life in heaven is beginning. The Roman Catholic funeral rites offer a beautiful, profound journey through grief and loss to the joy of anticipation of the resurrection of the dead.

This section is designed to help you with the funeral for your loved one.



We can also help when you call the Parish Office at (253) 588 – 2141

Please avoid setting up a date with the funeral home before calling the parish office.

The Catholic Church has two thousand years’ experience escorting the deceased into the Kingdom of Heaven, and just as much experience consoling those who remain behind. Holy Mother Church’s funeral rites offer an unparalleled avenue for remembrance and worship through the throes of grief into the comfort and joy of the resurrection. Prayerful preparations and planning of the funeral liturgy will help you and you loved ones deal successfully and gracefully with the ultimate rite of passage through death to life.