Where to Find Local Burial Law Information

December 13th, 2017
Where to Find Local Burial Law Information

Where to Find Local Burial Law Information

When you choose burial through a funeral home or cemetery, most of the legal questions are already answered for you. Your funeral director can tell you what is allowed and what is illegal for your specific county/state, and will even file most of the required paperwork for you. (more…)

Losing Someone to a Drug Overdose

December 8th, 2017
Losing Someone to a Drug Overdose

Losing Someone to a Drug Overdose

Even though the number of drug overdose deaths in the United States outnumbers the number of deaths caused by traffic accidents, it remains one of the most stigmatized ways to lose a loved one. It doesn’t matter whether the death was caused by an addiction to prescription drugs or illegal drugs—society’s view remains the same. (more…)

Unique Funeral Guestbook Ideas

December 4th, 2017
Unique Funeral Guestbook Ideas

Unique Funeral Guestbook Ideas

Of all the funeral plans you will make for a loved one, the guestbook probably isn’t high on your list of priorities. After all, you have caskets, urns, burial plots, and gravestones to consider—the book that people sign as they walk into the memorial service is hardly the most important (or expensive) item to consider. (more…)

Cemetery Statue Meanings

November 29th, 2017
Cemetery Statue Meanings

Cemetery Statue Meanings

These days, gravestones and cemetery markers are simple in their design. Most of us will recognize the flat rectangles that are placed at the head of the grave, providing plenty of room for an inscription, a vase, and even an engraved image. These headstones tend to be neat and cost-effective, making them ideal for all families. (more…)

Pros and Cons of Side-by-Side Burial Plots

November 25th, 2017
Pros and Cons of Side-by-Side Burial Plots

Pros and Cons of Side-by-Side Burial Plots

Side-by-side burial plots (also known as companion plots) are gravesites and/or cremation niches that allow two people to be buried in close proximity to one another. Traditionally, these plots were designed for married couples who wished to be interred together. In our era of modern-day blended families, however, many of these plots go on to be used for children, extended relatives, and even close friends. (more…)

How to Give a Eulogy for a Friend

November 21st, 2017
How to Give a Eulogy for a Friend

How to Give a Eulogy for a Friend

Few things are more terrifying—or more heartbreaking—than the prospect of giving a eulogy. Not only is public speaking a huge fear for a large percentage of the population, but public speaking when your life has just been turned upside down might feel like the impossible. How can you summarize another person’s life in a speech of just a few minutes? And how can you do it without breaking down? (more…)

How to Give a Eulogy for a Relative

November 17th, 2017
How to Give a Eulogy for a Relative

How to Give a Eulogy for a Relative

For many people, giving a eulogy for a family member is one of the most difficult aspects of a funeral. Regardless of your feelings on public speaking, the act of standing up in front of a crowd and sharing your pain and emotions is hard to do. Add in the complicated family dynamics that often accompany funerals, and you might feel that it is better to stay seated and let someone else do the eulogizing. (more…)

Should I Send Money in a Sympathy Card?

November 13th, 2017
Should I Send Money in a Sympathy Card?

Should I Send Money in a Sympathy Card?

A sympathy card is one of the fastest and easiest ways to show your support after the loss of a loved one. Whether you make the card by hand, purchase it from a store, or use a blank card and fill it with a heartfelt message, you are letting the family know how much you care and that the loss is one that affects you on a personal level. (more…)

How to Attend an Out-of-Town Funeral

November 7th, 2017
How to Attend an Out-of-Town Funeral

How to Attend an Out-of-Town Funeral

Attending a funeral in your own city can be stressful enough. Not only are you dealing with your grief, but you might also have to take time off work, find childcare for your kids, and choose appropriate funeral clothes to wear. When a funeral is held in a different location, your stress typically increases. That is because in addition to all those other issues, you will also need to book travel and hotels—often at the last minute. (more…)

What Should My Loved One Wear to be Cremated?

November 3rd, 2017
What Should My Loved One Wear to be Cremated?

What Should My Loved One Wear to be Cremated?

When families choose a burial outfit for their loved ones, they often select something formal or that holds deep meaning. For example, a military service uniform, a favorite dress, church attire, or even a wedding gown might be deemed appropriate as a final outfit. (more…)

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