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Thank You Messages After the Funeral: Here’s How to Convey Your Sincere Appreciation
Losing a loved one is a deeply emotional experience. When people have demonstrated care, compassion, and support during this difficult time, it is appropriate to thank them.
Knowing what to write ...
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Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Understanding Who Has the Legal Authority to Make Funeral Arrangements
When a loved one passes away, there are many details to attend to and choices to be made. The planning for funeral arrangements alone usually requires more than 100 decisions, such as:
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Sunday, October 17, 2021
What Does a Pallbearer Do? The Complete Guide to Duties and Etiquette
The role of a pallbearer at a funeral comes with both honor and responsibility.
Pallbearer duties primarily consist of helping to carry the casket during a traditional funeral or burial.
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Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Visiting a Terminally Ill Loved One: How to Handle this Difficult but Important Act of Love
Watching once-vibrant friends or family members decline due to age or illness is never easy.
If you have a terminally ill loved one in your life, it can be difficult to know how to act in their p...
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Thursday, September 23, 2021
Choosing Meaningful Funeral Readings is a Snap with These Five Tips
Funeral readings provide a wonderful opportunity to remember a departed loved one.
They are meant to bring comfort to the grieving while celebrating the life of the one who passed on. Scripture, ...
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Friday, September 17, 2021
Simplify Your Life with These Clever Senior-Friendly Downsizing Tips
Downsizing in your golden years comes with many benefits.
Lower energy bills, less cleaning and maintenance, more time for fun, and possibly even moving closer to loved ones. It’s a wonderful way...
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Saturday, August 28, 2021
Hosting a Memorable Repast: Answer These Six Questions to Create a Loving, Remarkable Event
Saying the final goodbye to a departed loved one is undeniably difficult.
On top of all of the emotions involved, many details must be attended to and the planning can seem burdensome. Fortunately...
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Saturday, August 14, 2021
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Honoring Loved Ones in the Fall: How to Create a Beautiful Autumn Memorial Service
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7 Things To Remember For Your Mental Health This Fall
Fall is now here! While it can be an enjoyable season, it can also come with a variety of changes to our bodies and mental health.
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Funeral Directors Extend a Compassionate Hand During Times of Loss
The loss of a loved one is one of life’s most difficult experiences. Amid grief, there are many details to be attended to and important decisions to be made. It can be hard to know what to do or wh...