Traditional Funeral or Memorial Service: What's the Difference?

Posted on 3 June 2021

When a loved one dies, the family wants to make the process of saying goodbye heartfelt and memorable. While many people still opt for the traditional funeral service, the alternative of memorial service is gaining popularity. Before deciding which service is right for your family, it's best to learn the differences between a traditional funeral and a funeral memorial service. Timing A traditional funeral takes place within a few days after a loved one dies, and the body is often present at the service so loved ones see the person and pay respects. [Read More]

Important Services to Expect From a Local Funeral Home

Posted on 1 March 2021

The death of a loved one can be especially difficult for you and your family. You not only have to suffer this person's loss in your family, but you also must figure out a way to say a meaningful goodbye to them. This final farewell can involve preparing and holding a memorial service or funeral for them. You can get the help that you need by relying on a local funeral home to assist in your planning. [Read More]

4 Funeral Pre-Arrangements Couples Can Make Together

Posted on 30 November 2020

When your partner passes away, you are suddenly left to make all of the big life decisions on your own. The same thing happens to your partner if you pass away first. Instead of leaving the burden of funeral planning on each other, you have the option to make pre-arrangements together. While you may have particular preferences about the little details of your personal funeral, there are some essential items a couple can select together. [Read More]

Cremation: The Modern End-Of-Life Option

Posted on 13 August 2020

One big question comes up when planning the modern-day end-of-life arrangements: cremation or burial? Here is a look at a few of the reasons cremation can be more logical for modern funeral planners.  Cremation better suits the more mobile lifestyle of modern-day families.  If you have ever done any genealogical research into your family history, you may be surprised at how common it was for families to pretty much stay in the same areas for many generations. [Read More]

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Talking About Funeral Home Products and Services

Hi there, my name is Crista Smith. I am going to talk to you about funeral home products and services. The funeral home industry helps people through the worst times of their lives. Funeral homes make it easy to obtain all of the necessary items used to send off loved ones in an honorable way. I would like to share information about the different types of products you can see for sale during the funeral planning process. After all, caskets and urns are not the only things you will need to plan the funeral you want for your loved ones. I will also talk about the service planning process with a focus on coping with distress and sadness. Please visit my site to learn all you need to know.