Funeral venue

Funerals are poignant ceremonies that allow the deceased's loved ones to gather and pay their respects. They offer a perfect moment to reflect, reminisce, and mourn together.

Commonly, a funeral service includes the reading of a Bible verse, the singing of hymns or other musical pieces, and a eulogy or speech. A prayer or blessing plays a crucial role in the ceremony, and floral tributes are often read aloud as well. In coffin burials, the service is followed by the interment, whereas, in cremations, the funeral home manages the transportation of the coffin.

Funeral venue

Large chapel (140 persons)
Small chapel (60 persons)
Vaasa Trinity Church
Palosaari Church
Huutoniemi Church

Other churches where the funeral can take place: Sundom Church, Korsholm Church, Vähäkyrö Church, Laihia Church, Koivulahti Church, and Solf Church.

Vaasa has two farewell rooms where next of kin can privately say their last goodbyes to the deceased. In certain instances, a funeral service can also be held within a farewell room. The farewell rooms are located at Vaasa Central Hospital and the Graveyard chapel.

Large chapel

Small chapel

Vaasa Trinity Church

Huutoniemi Church

Palosaari Church

Farewell room Vaasa Central Hospital

Farewell room Graveyard chapel