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Here’s how to plan a funeral, step by step. I am a funeral director. I have been in the funeral industry for 15 years, and have planned hundreds of funerals. These events have ranged from very simple funerals to incredibly over-the-top “celebrations.” I have dealt with all kinds of families – the ones that get …
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Organ donation is very common in the United States. Families find it comforting to know that their loved ones “live on” by saving or helping the life of someone else. Body donation is different. Not just some organs, but the whole body is dedicated to scientific research. People don’t discuss body donation as often, yet …
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We’ve created an informative, helpful funeral planning checklist, and it’s printable. Actually, we created two. One for simplicity and ease of use, and another to provide a comprehensive go-to trove of information, should you ever need it. Our goal is to help you see your options as you arrange the funeral and other services.
What can you quote or read at a funeral that will honor your loved one and encapsulate how much they mean to you? This is a difficult task to undertake, especially when you will be reading or reciting in front of a group of people. Your emotions are heightened; you want to say something relevant …
Funeral Readings: What to Say When You *Can’t Even* Read More »
The viewing is an important ritual for the family of the deceased. It’s a time to say goodbye to a dear loved one while being surrounded and supported by family and friends.
So, Grandma has asked you to be a pallbearer for Grandpa’s funeral. Don’t hesitate to accept the role of pallbearer. It’s a time-honored tradition. If you’ve never carried a casket, don’t worry. We’ve put a bunch of information together for you. Once you have finished reading this article, you will be able to give all …
Here is an important yet often overlooked funeral planning tip: Bring a friend with you to the funeral home. (And cemetery/crematorium/flower shop/venue, etc.) Having a friend to help plan a funeral is a brilliant decision. Not only for moral support but to help you make (or avoid) some impactful, weighty, and often expensive decisions. After …
Anyone can conduct a non-religious ceremony, including family or friends. But with that being said, your pun-loving uncle might not be the best choice. So how do you choose someone to facilitate the funeral service? Do you have to pay an officiant, and if so, how much? How do you become a funeral officiant? Below are some …
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Every year the cost of dying goes up. So the question is, how do you deal with the rising cost of a funeral? Now is the time to start thinking about your funeral before you “need” it. Don’t wait until your time has come or your loved one has passed. Plan your funeral and plan …
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