What Does a Funeral Director Do?
One of the most mysterious jobs in our communities may be that of a funeral director. You may wonder, “What exactly does a funeral director do?” Every funeral director’s responsibilities center a
Read MoreExploring Funeral Costs: 5 Ways to Plan
Funeral costs can vary depending on where you live and what goods and services are selected. However, most people do not want funeral costs to become a financial burden for their survivin
Read MoreShould Adult Children Be Included in Parent’s End-Of-Life Planning?
While it may be difficult to discuss end-of-life issues, it is to everyone’s advantage – children and parents alike – to calmly discuss plans and preferences for end-of-life care and pref
Read MoreUnique Cremation Urn Ideas
More and more people are choosing cremation over traditional burial. Families who choose cremation have many creative options for final disposition following the cremation of a loved one,
Read MoreMeaningful Ways to Honor the Service Men and Women in Your Life
With Veteran’s Day coming up, you may want to honor someone in your life who is actively serving; someone you know who has served in the past; or any of the brave men and women servicemem
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Eco-Friendly Burial Options
Whether you choose a casket burial or cremation, there are several eco-friendly burial options that cause minimal environmental impact and help restore and conserve the environment. Keoha
Read MoreWhat Do I Do with Flowers from a Funeral?
Giving flowers at a funeral is a time-honored tradition of expressing sympathy to the family of a deceased loved one. The use of funeral flowers is a way to both remember a loved one and
Read MoreWhat Do I Need to Know in Choosing the Final Resting Place for My Loved One?
Selecting a final resting place for a loved one is an important decision. You want to choose a peaceful location with some connection or significance to your loved one’s life. There are m
Read MoreWhy Do I Need a Death Certificate and How Do I Get One?
When a loved one dies, the death must be registered with the state within a few days. The vital records office then issues copies of the death certificate – an official, government-issued
Read MoreIs Cremation Environmentally Friendly?
While cremation can be friendlier to the environment than other methods of final disposition, cremation does have an impact on the environment – from the energy necessary to complete the
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