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Aubrey Bauer

Aubrey is a lifelong writer who has served in the funeral industry since 2016. After graduating from Dallas Institute of Funeral Service, she knew she wanted to continue to serve families through her writing, but didn’t know how. Soon after, Aubrey experienced a “lightbulb” moment and started her eulogy writing business, Eulogies by Aubrey, in 2019. Aubrey has written professionally since 2012, covering not only funeral-related topics and gift trends, but also for TV guide listings, as well as legal topics. She began writing for US Urns Online in 2019. Aubrey's work has been featured in Huffpost, Coming of Age Magazine, and 1800Flowers.com. She holds certifications in Cremation Arrangement (ICCFA) and Burial at Sea (NEBAS), and as of 2023, is a trained and certified birth and bereavement doula (SBD). Aubrey is currently studying toward her degree in Business Administration.

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10 Best Memorial Gifts for Loss of Daughter (+Etiquette Tips)

Today we’ll be sharing with you 10 keepsake memorial gifts for the loss of a beloved daughter.

Understandably, there are no words comforting enough for a loved one who is dealing with the pain of losing a child. Sometimes the only thing you can do to provide a little bit of peace is to offer your friend a sympathy gift along with your condolences.

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Best Sympathy Gifts - Sister Loss

10 Sympathy Gifts for Loss of a Sister

Today we’re sharing with you 10 thoughtful ideas for sympathy gifts for loss of sister.

Losing a sibling is one of life’s most difficult experiences, especially if that sibling was a beloved sister. Sometimes, when words fail, the best way to offer comfort to someone dealing with such a loss is to offer a gift. We’re here to help you find that perfect gift.

Let’s take a look together.

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Coins on Graves - Meaning and Etiquette

Leaving Coins on a Grave: Meaning & History

Today we’re going to be talking about the meaning and history behind leaving coins on a grave. Have you ever seen a penny, nickel, dime, or even quarter sitting on a headstone? You may have wondered who left it there, and why.

As it turns out, someone didn’t accidentally lose the contents of their wallet while visiting the cemetery. And no, ghosts probably aren’t leaving the coins there, either. Coins on graves are left intentionally by people who stop by the grave to pay their respects.

Let’s take a more detailed look at this practice, and what it signifies.

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Tips for Finding a Grave or Headstone

How to Find a Grave in a Cemetery

How do you find a grave in a cemetery?

Sometimes in life, we have occasion to locate the headstone of a loved one or an ancestor we’ve never even met.

Today we’re going to dive into this relatively unusual but pertinent endeavor. If you’re starting from square 1, this can be a daunting task. Especially with older cemeteries, or ones not attached to an active funeral home.

In this article we provide what you need to know to find a specific grave, headstone, or final resting place.

But first let’s take a look at why you might be trying to find a grave.

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Brother Sympathy Gifts / Bereavement Gifts

10+ Sympathy Gifts for Loss of a Brother

Today we’re going to be sharing with you ten meaningful and beautiful sympathy gifts for loss of a brother.

To lose a brother, whether in old age or tragically young, is a terribly hard thing. For a loss like this, sometimes giving their grieving siblings a gift shows that you care more than mere words ever could.

In this article, we have sympathy gift ideas for young and old, for sisters and brothers. So no matter who you need to find that perfect gift for, we’re here to help.

Let’s look together.

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Thoughtful tips and helpful ideas

How to Help a Grieving Friend: 10 Practical Ways

What’s the best way to help a grieving friend?

If you have a friend who has experienced the loss of a loved one, your first instinct is to help.

But that first impulse is quickly tempered by a second thought: Maybe I need to give them space. Perhaps they want to be alone, and besides, I wouldn’t know what to say. And I certainly don’t want to say something hurtful and insensitive on accident….

So the question is, How can I help a grieving friend while honoring what they are feeling right now?

Below, we have three very helpful tips followed by 10 specific ways to support your grieving friend.

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Should I Attend the Funeral?

Should I Attend the Funeral? Is It Disrespectful Not to Go?

“Should I go to the funeral? I really… just… don’t want to. Is it disrespectful to not go? What should I do?”

Don’t worry. You are not the first person to ask this question! We’d all like for the answer to be simple and straightforward – a definite, certain, no-doubt-about-it here’s what to do.

But the truth is that there are many reasons why you may not want to go to the service.

So the answer to whether or not you should attend a particular funeral, especially if you don’t want to, can be complicated.

Let’s talk about it.

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Birthday Memorial

Happy Birthday in Heaven: Best Heavenly Birthday Wishes

A special birthday is coming up, or perhaps it is today. But your loved one is no longer here with you.

How do you wish someone happy birthday in heaven?

Below, we have several ways to wish your loved one a happy heavenly birthday. We’ll also think about birthday wishes from heaven, on your birthday. And we’ll close it out with some ideas for how to celebrate your loved one’s posthumous birthday.

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Attending a Celebration of Life

What Is a Celebration of Life? Etiquette, What to Expect, & More

What is a celebration of life service? Is this different from a funeral? What should you expect if you’ve been invited to or plan on going to one? What should you wear, and is there any other etiquette that you need to be aware of?

Today, we’re going to be answering these questions for you. We’ll talk all about life celebrations and what to expect. With this information in mind, you’ll be better prepared before you attend one.

Let’s explore together.

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