One of the benefits of a traditional burial is that family and friends – and the progeny of the deceased – have a permanent resting place to visit. Families choosing cremation can also opt for a permanent memorial by burying the cremated remains in a cemetery or placing their loved
You may have heard that cremation is more affordable than burial. However, this depends on the cremation package you purchase from the funeral home. Allow us to unpack basic cremation cost options, so you know what to expect when planning a loved one's funeral. What is basic or direct cremation? When making choices for
As you plan the funeral service for a loved one, you might notice that your funeral home or cremation provider offers basic cremation services. This option is typically more affordable than other types of cremation.
Swiss American psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler Ross is famous for having written about the stages of grief. You may have learned about the five stages in school. But did you know that the Kubler-Ross model was developed from years of working with terminally ill patients – not the family members who
You’ll feel great peace after completing funeral planning and writing your last will and testament. Let’s focus on the second part of end-of-life planning, which should be completed as soon as you have children or accumulate assets.
What are the differences between preplanning vs at-need funeral arrangements? Let’s do a deep dive into this topic so you know which option is right for you.
We know you probably have a lot of questions about the cremation process. So we’ll answer a few of them for you – without making you feel uncomfortable. Here’s what you need to know about how a cremation chamber works.
You may have planned many special events for your loved ones throughout your life. However, planning a memorial service is a different thing altogether. Not only is it difficult to think and plan as you grieve the loss of your loved one, but you may feel added pressure to find
An obituary is not a legal document, and it’s not required. However, taking the time to write an obituary for your loved one is a lovely way to honor the deceased. Besides recording the important details of your loved one’s life, it allows you to share the memorial service details
How long have your loved one’s cremation ashes sat on a shelf in your closet? You aren’t alone. Many people struggle to decide what to do with their family members’ cremation ash. We want to teach you about one popular option: cremation glass.
