How to Choose a Photo for a Funeral or Memorial Service
How blessed we are to have photos of our loved ones. As we scroll through pictures on our phones, computers, cameras, and scrapbooks, precious memories come to mind. And choosing one, or a few, p
Read MoreWhat 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 MoreThoughts on Choosing Music for a Funeral
One of the most personal features of a funeral is the music. Music sets the tone and expresses emotions that cannot be spoken in words, and music has the power t
Read MoreThe Biggest Misconceptions About Cremation
Cremation has not only become a lot more common since the turn of the millennium. It is well on its way to becoming the norm. In 2021, nearly 60 percent of famil
Read MoreWhy Rituals Are Important, Pt. 3.
The Case for a Ceremony, Part 3. What do you think of when you think of a memorial service? A lot of people
Read MoreWhy Rituals Are Important, Pt. 2
In the previous post, we discussed the importance of rituals, of gathering as a group. Whatever the nature of the gathering—a church service, to something much smaller and less inform
Read MoreWhy Rituals Are Important, Pt 1.
Of all the common misconceptions people have about working with a funeral home upon the loss of a loved one, one of the most common ones has to do with the purpose of ritual.
Read MoreHow A Funeral Celebrant Helps Create a Meaningful Tribute for A Loved One
Funeral Celebrants, also called Life Celebrants, are specially trained professionals who provide meaningful and personalized funerals that celebrate the life of an individual regardless o
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 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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