Featured FAQ: What do I Need to Know About Traveling with Cremated Remains?
The loss of a loved one is an emotional time and traveling with the cremated remains – whether to scatter the remains or to bring a loved one back home – can add further stress during a t
Read MoreArlington Ladies Make Sure No Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Marine or Coast Guardsman Is Buried Alone
Funerals at Arlington National Cemetery are full of ceremony, honor and military precision. The Arlington Ladies provide a personal touch to those who mourn and a comforting presence when fam
Read MoreWho Can Authorize a Cremation?
Final disposition of a body is an important and personal decision, and cremation continues to grow in popularity. Before a cremation can take place, a cremation authorization form must be
Read MoreFeatured FAQ: How Do I Start the Conversation About Advance Funeral Planning with My Elderly Relatives?
Discussing end-of-life plans with your elderly parents or relatives can be difficult, especially if you don’t even know how to broach the subject. But helping your elderly relatives pre-p
Read MoreThe Sky is No Longer the Limit for Dispersing Cremated Remains
There are many creative ways to disperse cremated remains but none so far reaching as a rocket into space – whether orbiting the earth, landing on the moon or launched into deep space. Wi
Read MoreVisitations Are Not What They Used to Be: The Healing Impact of Attending Calling Hours
Traditionally, a visitation was directed by religious rituals which involved two days of calling hours prior to the funeral service with an open casket to view the deceased. Today’s visitations a
Read MoreFeatured FAQ: How Do I Choose Readings for a Funeral?
Readings at a funeral are meant to bring comfort to the mourners and help loved ones cope with the reality of death, while celebrating the life of the deceased and capturing his or her unique
Read MoreFeatured FAQ: What Do I Need to Know About Body Donation or Anatomical Gifts?
An anatomical gift, which is sometimes referred to colloquially as a body donation, is a generous contribution that can save lives and train the next generation of medical professionals. One’s
Read MoreFeatured FAQ: How Do I Choose Music for a Funeral?
Music is a powerful vehicle for expressing emotion, setting a mood and bringing people together – and choosing the right music for a funeral or memorial can make the service tremendously perso
Read MoreFeatured FAQ: How Do I Choose a Funeral Home?
While it may be convenient to choose a funeral home based on the fact that it is nearby or it comes recommended by someone you know, contacting your local funeral homes, visiting their facilit
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