Just one generation ago, traditional funerals were still the norm. The tradition, as it were.
But things changed.
Daniel Szczesniak
What is the difference between funeral director, mortician, and undertaker?
Nowadays, the terms funeral director, mortician, and undertaker all mean the same thing. They refer to a person who supervises or conducts the preparation of the dead for burial and directs or arranges funerals.
Should a Couple’s Remains Be Commingled?
Here are some thoughts on the question, ‘Should a couple’s remains be commingled?’
11 Living Memorial Ideas to Honor A Loved One
Living memorials are part of a growing (!!) trend towards honoring the life of a departed loved one by emphasizing life, rather than death.
The idea is to shift the focus away from death and towards a celebration of their life as it lives on in the memories of their friends and family.
50 Ways to Have a Cheap Funeral That Looks Great
You may need to have a cheap funeral, but you don’t want to. After all, if money wasn’t an object, you’d celebrate your loved one’s life and legacy with extravagance, sparing no expense.
But the reality is that our pocketbooks are only so deep. If you’re on limited resources, how do you plan an inexpensive funeral service that still honors your loved one, and looks beautiful?
Here are 50 ways to do just that. We’ll start with the absolute cheapest option.
18 Totally Unique Memorial Service Guest Book Ideas
Most funerals, memorials, and life celebration events will include some sort of memorial service guest book.
These guest books allow the deceased’s family to see and remember how many people have been touched and affected by their life.
What Does the Bible Say About Cremation? (More Than You Think)
Does the Bible have anything to say about cremation?
If you are planning a funeral for a Christian, whether for yourself or someone else, one of the choices you will have to make is whether to bury or cremate the body.
What do Christians believe about cremation? Is it a sin to be cremated? What do the passages in the Old Testament about ceremonial uncleanness and burning bodies mean for Christians?
What Are Cultured Marble Urns? 5 Genuine Advantages
Cultured marble urns are elegantly constructed containers for holding cremated remains. It’s a different material from genuine solid marble, but holds many advantages for you.
Especially if you are looking for a beautiful, long-lasting, elegant, and affordable urn for your loved one, you won’t regret getting a cultured marble cremation urn.
Let’s learn about these urns and why you should consider one.
What to do with a Military Funeral Flag
What should you do with a military funeral flag? What is the proper military funeral flag etiquette?
Let’s find out.
10 Best Free Memorial Websites & How to Use Them
Today we’re going to take a look at the best memorial websites where you can create an online memorial for your loved one – for free.
Memorial websites are very helpful because they provide a space for everything relating to your loved one’s memorial. You can post the obituary, funeral information, and photos. With some sites, you can even accept donations, create a timeline of your loved one’s life, and allow others to comment with stories, memories, and condolences.
While you can always share your own tributes and the funeral announcement and more on your social media pages, memorial websites allow you to keep everything in one space that is dedicated to your loved one.
Here are the best ways to do this for free.