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Personalizing a Funeral Service While Being Mindful of Expenses

Planning a funeral service for a loved one can be both an honor and a financial stressor for the bereaved. These costs can vary greatly depending on where you live and which extras and upgrades yo...
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Saturday, October 24, 2020

Have a Safe Celebration of Life: Five Important Things You Should Know

Loss is difficult under any circumstances. This time of deep concern over coronavirus transmission and physical distancing requirements can make bereavement even more challenging. As the pandemic...
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Saturday, October 10, 2020

Helpful Tips for Choosing a Cemetery Property

If you have been tasked with choosing a cemetery property, you may be unsure about where to begin. That’s understandable, because a broad range of options exists and no two properties are exactly...
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Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Live Stream Funeral Etiquette: Eight Things You Should Know

Live streaming allows mourners to take part in memorial ceremonies at any time, from anywhere. For a variety of reasons that extend beyond the COVID-19 health crisis, it isn’t always possible to ...
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Wednesday, September 16, 2020

The Most Common Funeral Planning Challenges and How to Overcome Them

Planning the funeral for a loved one is a solemn responsibility that’s filled with emotion. It may add to the stress and deep sorrow you are likely already feeling, particularly if you have to dea...
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Monday, August 24, 2020

How to Get Over the Guilt of Grief

Guilt is a common emotion following the loss of a loved one. Perhaps you feel remorse over how you treated your deceased parent or friend before they passed. Or maybe a close family member is mak...
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Monday, August 17, 2020

Practical Tips for Dividing Your Loved One’s Possessions

When a loved one passes away, figuring out what to do with their belongings is stressful for most families. Many times, it’s not the expensive things that are problematic. Keepsakes like family p...
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Monday, August 10, 2020

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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...