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Funeral traditions are fascinating. Whether you’re working on a research project, planning your own or a loved one’s funeral, or are simply interested in the rituals and traditions that various cultures have developed, this is a topic filled with meaning, mystery, and – sometimes – macabre mythology. Historians have discovered funeral rituals dating as far …
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What should you post when someone dies? Maybe you’ve lost a loved one – how do you know when it’s the right time to share the sad news with the world on social media? And what do you say? Or perhaps you know someone who has lost a loved one, and you want to show …
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The death of a father can be one of the most challenging moments anyone will ever experience. A father is someone you’ve known your whole life and you may feel an immense sense of emptiness and fragility. If someone you know is grieving the loss of a father, we have put together some condolences so …
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When you open your heart to love a special pet, their death leaves a deep emptiness that yearns to be filled. Their pawprints are leading on to heaven, but you’re still here, and you miss them and mourn their loss. While nothing can replace your departed friend, you can still honor their life with beautiful …
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Have you ever wondered if you could have a burial at sea? Some people find the idea very romantic and inspiring. The good news is that an ocean burial is not just for pirates and sailors. It’s an option for anyone who loves the sea – or even the Great Lakes. Continue to read and …
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There are few other things in life worse than the loss of your mom. Your mother can be your very best friend or your worst enemy. Either way, the loss can be devastating. We have put together a list of sympathy messages, quotes, and thoughts for you or anyone that has lost a mom, mother, …
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Why do people choose something different than the traditional funeral? Well, for one thing, people are unique and thus love to honor and celebrate their unique loved one. Plus many of the burial alternatives you’ll see below have never been an option before now. Thanks to new technology and incredible ideas, there are many ways …
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No funeral? No memorial service? What if someone doesn’t want a big “goodbye?” Is there anything you can still do? Thankfully, there are alternatives to the traditional funeral. With a little thoughtful planning, you and your family can figure out what will work best. There are numerous ways to remember and honor a loved one …
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At any funeral or memorial service you have attended, you have probably seen welcome signs, collages, and memory boards that depict the departed loved one. How are these made? Where do you find these beautiful designs? In a word: Right here.
If you’re considering becoming an organ donor, you’ll want to understand how organ donation will affect your funeral plans. What difference does this choice make? Can you be an organ donor and still have a funeral? Or a cremation, for that matter? How long does it take? Does it delay the funeral? Today we’ll address …
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It hurts so badly to lose someone we love. But you can help work through the pain and the grief by memorializing your beloved. Pick one major project or a few smaller ones. You can do a major, more intentional tribute each year on their “death anniversary” date, or a few small projects at various …
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There’s been a death in the family, and you need to make funeral arrangements. Perhaps the death was sudden and unexpected, or perhaps you simply don’t have the resources to cover the costs. What do you do? In this article, we’re going to show you exactly how to set up a tactful campaign to collect …
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