Consider These Creative Urns For Your Loved One’s Cremated Remains

If a loved one has passed away and previously specified the desire to be cremated, you can work closely with your local funeral home to have this process completed. One the person's body has been cremated, you'll conventionally receive the ashes in a plain box, which you can then add to an urn for safekeeping. If your loved one wanted his or her urn and ashes to remain with the family, rather than be scattered, it can be special to find a business that will mount cherished objects to the top of a wooden box into which the ashes are poured. Read More 

Thank You Cards For Funeral Presents? Etiquette For The Grief-Stricken

When you are mourning the loss of a loved one, everything may seem a bit out of focus. It's simply a fact of life that nothing is the same after a major loss, and there is a "new normal" that requires adjustments as you struggle to accept it. After the funeral service, you may be left with questions about how to handle the outpouring of love and support that you received. Read More 

FAQ About Funeral Planning

Are you suddenly in a position where you have to plan a deceased loved ones funeral? If you have no idea where to start, there are a few things that can be done to help you get through the process in a smoother manner. Your first step should be to consult with a funeral director. Take a look at this article for answers to questions that you may have in regards to planning a funeral. Read More 

3 Parts Of A Funeral That Mourners Will Always Remember

A funeral is never a time for celebration, although joy can be experienced in honoring and remembering the good times that people had with the deceased. One thing that a funeral can be is unforgettable. When you are planning, you may want to put an extra bit of time into these three aspects of a funeral that mourners are likely to always remember. Seeing the Loved One for the Last Time Read More 

Commemorate Your Loved One’s Life Next To The Stream That They Used To Swim And Fish In

If one of your close relatives recently passed away after a long illness and you are excited to pre planning funeral arrangements, consider holding a memorial service next to a stream that they used to swim and fish in. Commemorate their life and share some fond memories of them with guests at their service by implementing the following ideas. Display Photographs Along The Shoreline Hire a professional photographer to enlarge and frame some of your favorite photographs that depict your loved one spending time in or near the stream. Read More