Why Having a Memorial Service Matters
Losing someone you love is one of the most challenging and heartbreaking tragedies one can go through in their lifetime. Although final arrangements provide a time for family and friends to come together to celebrate life, these events can be overwhelming for those grieving. It can feel so rushed and to start planning a memorial […]
5 Things You Need to Know About Cremation
Are you considering cremation for yourself or a deceased loved one? Here is a list of things you need to know about cremation before making a decision. With numerous opportunities for personal expression and celebration, it’s no wonder that the option of cremation is being chosen with growing frequency. According to the National Funeral Directors […]
8 ways to Cope with Grief and the Holidays
Grieving during the holiday season may seem daunting to some. Holiday traditions tend to bring up memories of passed loved ones and coping with grief and the holidays is difficult. At times we want to press fast forward and skip them altogether because the thought of celebrating without them is too emotional. Grief and the […]
How To Preplan a Funeral
Where do you start if you are trying to figure out how to preplan a funeral? Does it save money? How will this relieve stress on my family? The highly quotable inventor, philosopher, and founding father Benjamin Franklin once said, “nothing is certain except death….” As the only certainty in life, doesn’t it make sense […]
Military Funeral Traditions and Protocol
Heroes surround us in many forms. We look at family members as heroes, firefighters or doctors. As a nation, we honor military service members for their heroism. Whether Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marines, their bravery gives us freedom. It is important to give proper military funeral for your loved one. “A hero is someone […]
How to Have a Difficult Conversation with Someone You Love
Not sure how to have a difficult conversation with someone you love regarding end-of-life issues? Discussing death and future burial arrangements can be challenging and uncomfortable for family members. How do you even start these conversations with your loved one? What will they think? Will they start to panic and think there is something wrong, […]
What to Wear to a Funeral
I don’t know what to wear to a funeral! Do all mourners wear black? Is it inappropriate to wear bright colors? What about hats? When celebrating the life of a deceased loved one, your attire should show respect. Traditionally in the United States, proper funeral etiquette suggests men and women wear black. Black clothing is […]
Funeral Procession Etiquette: The Dos and Don’ts
Do you know proper funeral procession etiquette? Of course, you want to show respect to the deceased and their family by attending the funeral procession after the service. Or maybe you are looking for answers on what to do if you witness one while driving. Whether you are planning to follow or happen to be […]
5 Ways to Honor a Deceased Loved One
Losing someone is never easy and finding ways to honor a deceased loved one may seem stressful. With so much that goes into planning and making funeral arrangements, your focus can get turned in so many different directions. It is normal to mourn and have deep emotions about the person you lost. Give yourself the […]
