As you start thinking about the kind of funerary services you want to offer a loved one who has passed away, you want to remember that not everyone would have wanted a traditional funeral or memorial. For some people, a somber event might feel wrong, which is why some people choose a celebration of life […]
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What to Do After a Sudden Loss
It is always complicated to go through the loss of a loved one, but it can be even more so when the death was sudden and unexpected. This can leave you feeling unmoored and it can make it much more difficult for you to get the closure you need to start healing. If you are […]
What to Know About Mausoleums
Deciding on the option that best suits your loved one and your family when a loved one dies is something that can take time. There are lots of options to choose from if the person wanted to be buried in a traditional manner. One of these options is to place them in a mausoleum. If […]
Funerary Terms to Know
One important thing you need to do when getting ready to make arrangements for a loved one who has passed away is to know what the different terms you may hear mean. There are some common terms you may have come across many times, but there are also other ones that you may not have […]
How to Plan a Unique Service
Many times, people want to be able to offer their loved ones a memorial or funeral service that is a bit different from standard services. This can take some planning. If you want to be able to offer your loved one a service that is different and that can honor them in a special way, […]
How to Divide Cremated Remains
For people who have chosen to have a loved one cremated, an option available is to bide the cremated remains so that other family members can have some. There are many reasons why this can be a good choice for some families and you may want to consider it for yours. If this is something […]
Catholic Funeral Services
If you are thinking of attending the service for a loved one who is a Catholic, it is important to understand that the Catholic service can be a bit different than a regular service. Many times, people hesitate to attend this kind of service because of that difference. If that is something that you’re worried […]
What to Do With Your Wedding Ring After a Spouse Dies
Losing a spouse leaves you struggling with death while also managing a variety of details. One of these details, which can have an impact on your mental wellbeing, is what to do with your wedding ring. Should you continue to wear it or is it more appropriate to take it off? If that is something […]
Embalming Services
When getting ready to decide on the options you want to offer your loved one who died, it can be crucial that you think about whether or not to get embalming services. Embalming services can offer lots of benefits that some families want to consider. What can make this decision more complex is that people […]
Writing a Program for a Funeral
When loved ones come together to honor the life of someone who died, they usually do this at a funeral or memorial service. One aspect of planning service is to put together a program. Although this is not something that many people think about, it can actually be an important part of making arrangements. If […]
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