Most of the time, the need for funeral money is not something that people are prepared for, especially if the deceased did not have a life insurance policy to assist with those costs. This can leave the family who is already in mourning, dealing with the financial stress and obligation that comes with putting a funeral together. To help ease the financial burden a little, you will want to consider using some or all of the following tips:…
Read More »When you are planning the funeral service for a loved one, you may want to spend endless hours make sure everything is perfect. All that effort can sometimes seem like it’s just for one service, but the truth is that a funeral is much more than a few hours of your life when loved ones gather to remember a life well lived. A funeral service is your last chance to show your love and respect in a formal way for the person you are sure to remember for the rest of your life, and a memorial website can enhance nearly every part of the funeral.…
Read More »When a loved one dies, it can be overwhelming in so many ways for those who have been left behind. When it’s a spouse, parent, sibling, or other very close family member, the pain can seem unbearable, and even kind things that people do can seem overwhelming. If a lot of people send condolence cards in the mail, even those nice gestures can be hard. Do the mourners a favor and take control of this tradition that happens in the aftermath of a death.…
Read More »If your loved one has chosen cremation for his or her final disposition, you may be wondering what your options are for caring for the cremains. There are any memorial keepsake gifts you can create with the cremains, which can be given to close family members as a way to keep your loved one with them. Here are a few ideas you can use to honor your loved one’s memory.…
Read More »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.…
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