Funeral Preplanning Is Not As Hard As It Sounds
We do not mean to make light of funeral preplanning. However, making your own funeral arrangements does not have to be difficult once you have the right mindset. Here are some tips for taking this important step in the end-of-life process. Tips for Funeral Preplanning If you work with a funeral home, you can make
Prepaid Funeral Checklist: How to Plan a Prepaid Burial
You may have seen commercials about funeral insurance while watching your favorite TV show. While this is one way to deal with funeral costs, there are simpler ways to take care of this necessary expense. But first, let’s discuss the process and benefits of funeral planning using our prepaid funeral checklist.
Beautiful Ashes: How Cremation Rings and Jewelry Are Made
One lovely way to pay tribute to your loved one’s memory is to wear a beautiful piece of cremation jewelry that contains a small amount of cremated ash. While this concept may sound strange, it’s important to remember that the Victorians did something similar. However, instead of ashes, they carried locks
Cremation Ceremonies: When, Where, and How-To Guide
People sometimes have a difficult time discussing end-of-life events. The topic is hard to think about, and the vocabulary is sometimes not clearly defined. For example, let’s discuss cremation ceremonies – what they are and how to plan one.
Cremation Plans: How to Pre-Plan a Cremation
One of the best gifts you can leave behind for your loved ones is the gift of a pre-planned funeral. Your plan will let your loved ones know your end-of-life preferences. Also, planning your services ahead of time will allow your loved ones to spend their time comforting one another
How to Choose a Cremation Service: Tips for Finding the Best Provider
You might be surprised when you begin planning ahead for your end-of-life services. A simple internet search to find a local cremation service provider may yield a long list of companies, some that don’t have a physical location. So how do you select from among all of the cremation providers in your area? Here are
Skip the Burial: Here are a Few Funeral Alternatives to Consider
Before we discuss funeral alternatives for a traditional service, it is worth noting that many Americans are still opting to have a traditional funeral for their loved ones – one that consists of a viewing (visitation or wake), funeral, and graveside service. If this is your preference, talk with your local
A Guide to Direct Cremation: Costs and Services
There are more options than ever when planning an end-of-life service. Funeral homes have listened to the families they serve, and some now offer low cost cremation, often referred to as direct cremation. Before we discuss this form of cremation, we would like to state that some families are still choosing
Prepaid Cremation: How to Prepay for Direct Cremation
Kudos to you for making your end-of-life arrangements. We hope you feel at peace knowing that your final wishes have been recorded. Additionally, making your preferences known is a great gift to leave behind for your family.
Burial vs. Cremation Services: Which is Best?
How do you decide between burial and cremation? This is a highly personal decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. However, if you are creating your own end-of-life plan or planning a funeral service for a loved one, here are some things to consider.