How to Plan a Meaningful Ash Scattering Ceremony
Losing a loved one is undoubtedly a difficult experience, and navigating the planning process after their passing can be overwhelming. If your loved one has chosen cremation, you may find yourself contemplating what to do with their ashes. Ash scattering ceremonies have become a popular way to commemorate a person’s…...
Four Best Funeral Planning Tips
Many describe planning their own funeral as uniquely interesting, rewarding, and satisfying. It often leaves those with a new level of peace of mind. Others, however, struggle to get started. The process may seem overwhelming, and they may not quite know where to get started. To help, we have put…...
Why It’s Important to Leave a Legacy
Like other aspects of life, funerals and final services tend to follow popular trends. “Celebrations of Life,” for example, now frequently replace traditional, somber services. Cremations continue to be increasingly popular. Preplanning their own final services is a priority for an increasing number of people, and so is leaving a…...
Our Best Tips for Writing A Eulogy
Being asked to write a eulogy for someone can be both an honor and a burden. It is an honor in that your words will summarize who that person was, what they cared most about, and what was important to them. The gravity of your words can make it a…...
Meaningful Memorial Ideas for Veterans
The loss of a veteran can be particularly painful. Whether they served for a few years or spent an entire career in the military, it frequently became a meaningful part of their lives. If a loved one was a veteran, it is completely appropriate and perhaps important to recognize that…...
Four Factors that Affect Life Expectancy
Most people would agree that they would like to live a long, fulfilling life. Staying healthy, of course, plays an important role in that quest. The question is whether or not we are willing to make the choices, put in the effort, and make the sacrifices necessary to achieve that…...
Tips for Planning a Memorial Service for You Pet
How do you feel about your pet? Is your pet a trusted friend? Do they feel like a member of the family? It is no wonder then that so many people want to ensure that their pet is taken care of properly after their death. Having at least some form…...
Does Funeral Planning Prepare You Emotionally?
There are many practical reasons for pre-planning a funeral. It can be a solid financial decision and it can help clear any confusion as to what your desires are for final services. What often goes underappreciated, however, are the emotional benefits of making plans ahead of time. Here is a…...
How to Plan a Funeral Reception
A funeral reception has long been accepted as a way in which family and friends can get together to support each other through the loss of a loved one. It tends to be a way to decompress after a very stressful time and a signal that it may be time…...