A funeral is a time to celebrate the life and times of your loved one. There are seemingly endless ways to honor someone’s life. These days, services can be eclectic and transcend the traditional, religious-based funeral services. The service can be a mix of religion, spirituality, and celebrating the person’s life. If you’ve been chosen to plan a funeral or memorial service, you have some important decisions to make on behalf of your loved one.…
Read More »If you have a co-worker who has passed away, and an invitation to attend the funeral has been extended to their co-workers, here are a few etiquette tips to keep in mind. #1 Find Out The Funeral Attire When your work gets the invitation to the funeral, make sure that you inquire about the dress code. Although the traditional funeral color is black, what you should actually wear can very a lot.…
Read More »When you’re putting together the details for a loved one’s funeral and the topic turns to music, you’ll need to make some important decisions. While playing a hymn or special song off a CD or MP3 file can be nice, having a family member actually play an instrument in person can add a special element to the service. You may find that your funeral home is equipped with a piano for this purpose, but if you don’t know someone who can adequately play this instrument, don’t give up on your hope of live music just yet.…
Read More »Cremation services at most crematoriums and funeral homes begins with the selection of an urn. Most people opt to purchase an urn in advance to their death, but if they do not select one, that leaves the job up to their survivors. If you are left with the task of selecting an urn for the cremains of a loved one, here is how to go about it. Size of the Person Dictates Size of the Urn…
Read More »Planning a funeral is not a fun topic, but it is something that should be done sooner rather than later. For many people, the thought of death may be something that they just do not want to think about, but the truth is that death is something that is going to eventually happen. In fact, nobody knows when it is their time to go. It is best to have a funeral planned out well in advance.…
Read More »Planning your estate is a very responsible, caring activity. You get the chance to determine who your beneficiaries will be so that the ones that matter most to you will be able to inherit the things that you’ve worked so hard to build. Another very important part of estate planning involves determining if you will be buried or cremated. While you may think that traditional burial is the way to go, it may be a better idea to opt for cremation.…
Read More »Creating a eulogy for a cremation service is no easier than writing one for a funeral. However, there are several unique rewards and challenges to writing the eulogy for a cremation service. How you speak about someone at a cremation service is an important part of honoring the person’s memory and the relationship you shared with them. Follow these tips for effectively writing a better eulogy for a cremation service.…
Read More »Cremation is becoming a popular option for burial. It has many benefits compared to a regular burial; here are some of the best reasons to consider cremation. It’s Simple For one thing, getting cremation completed is a simple process on your end. When you arrange for cremation, the facility can arrange transportation, complete the process, and then return the ashes to you in whatever format you choose (for example, in an urn of your choice).…
Read More »When you a have funeral service for your loved one, it is likely going to take place at a funeral home. While funeral homes are generally going to be clean and elegantly decorated buildings with classically beautiful structures, they are often times not going to be incredibly personalized. Since personalization is a very important aspect of a funeral service, it is important that you take the time to personalize the funeral home.…
Read More »Whether you are planning to have a viewing for your loved one before cremation or you simply want to make sure your dearly departed has a beautiful casket for the cremation process, you have several options to choose from for a cremation casket. Work with your funeral home director to find out what is available, and use this guide to help select the right option for your loved one. Casket Rental…
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