The 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. 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 Choose a Family-Owned Funeral Home?
There are important differences between a funeral home owned by a local family and one run by a large corporation. A Family-Owned funeral home has roots in the community and can focus on
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 MoreFeatured FAQ: What Should be in a Funeral Planning Checklist?
Pre-planning a funeral is a safe way to protect your family from the emotional and financial burden of having to make funeral arrangements after your death and ensures that you receive th
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 MorePreplanning a Funeral During a Pandemic
The COVID-19 emergency has proven the value of advance planning during a pandemic. Through the use of technology, pre-planning a funeral during a pandemic is a safe way to protect one’s f
Read MoreKeohane Funeral Home in Phase III of the Governor’s Plan during COVID-19
The entire Keohane Funeral Home team has worked persistently to both care for families and protect the public health in the face of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. As we ha
Read MoreWhat We Learned by Serving Families During COVID-19
One of the most important things we learned by serving families at this time is that the COVID-19 crisis has proven the value of advance planning and the importance of funeral rituals. Ou
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