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Funeral Planning Fundamentals: What To Expect

I had never given much thought to the funeral planning process until my grandmother passed away when I was a young adult. Watching my parents navigate the planning and selection process with the funeral home intrigued me, because I had no idea that there were so many options. I spent some time researching the local funeral homes and the services that they offer to better understand it. I decided to create this site in the hopes of helping others who may have never been through planning for a funeral. The more you know beforehand, the easier it will be amidst your grief.

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Why Choose Cremation?

Posted on 9 January 2023

Whether you are planning your own funeral to make your end-of-life needs easier on loved ones and give you more control or you are planning the funeral for a loved one who has passed, you have a few options to consider for the final burial. You can have a body donated to science, buried in a traditional casket fashion, or you can choose cremation or other services. Cremation is a growing form of burial choice for several reasons, of which you will learn about to some degree below. [Read More]

How To Plan An Ocean Ash Scattering For A Deceased Family Member

Posted on 22 September 2022

If you're having a loved one cremated, you may want to scatter some of their ashes. If you plan on doing this in the ocean, here are some measures you'll want to take.  Work With a Professional Company There are some important things you need to work out when scattering ashes into the ocean. Rather than trying to plan everything out alone and potentially facing obstacles, it might be better to get help from a professional company that offers these services regularly for families in your position. [Read More]

Planning Your Funeral? Why You Should Hold The Services At The Funeral Home

Posted on 6 July 2022

If you're making arrangements for your funeral, now's the time to plan the location. If you're like most people, you might choose a separate location, such as a church. You might not realize this, but there are benefits to choosing a funeral home. Most funeral homes have chapels available for funeral services. Read the list provided below to find four reasons to plan your services for the funeral home instead.  [Read More]

Why You Should Store Your Loved One's Cremation Remains In A Memorial Building

Posted on 18 April 2022

When many people have their loved one's remains cremated, they choose to put the remains in an urn and keep it at home. However, this isn't the best option for every family. Instead, you may want to store your loved one's cremation remains in a memorial building that is designed for this purpose. If you've never thought about this idea before, consider these reasons why it could be the best way to store your loved one's remains. [Read More]