Helping My Family To Heal

Posted on: 13 June 2017

It's not uncommon for survivors to need to transport cremation remains by air to the deceased's final resting place. Before the journey is made, the family member responsible for doing the transportation should know a few important things about taking a flight with cremation remains. The following are five things to be aware of: You should discuss air transportation with your funeral director so that the ashes are properly prepared after the service.
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Posted on: 25 May 2017

Being asked to give the eulogy at a memorial service is a big honor. It means that the bereaved trust you to speak on their lost loved one, and it's often an indication that you have a special place in their lives or the life of the deceased person. Be sure to include everything you want to say in the eulogy by first making a checklist. Consider these simple elements of the checklist as inspiration to create your own customized checklist for the eulogy you need to give before the burial or cremation services.
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Posted on: 16 May 2017

If your loved one was a veteran of any branch in the U.S. military, you may want to make his or her service a focus of the funeral and burial. With the help of your funeral home director and a bit of planning, you can create a funeral that honors your loved one's service. Here are some things to consider as you begin planning the services. Military Funeral Honors Your loved one may qualify for the "
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Posted on: 5 May 2017

When a person passes away, the funeral ceremony can be one of the most important ways for the surviving loved ones to get a sense of closure. Yet, individuals are often not informed about the funeral and burial options that are available to them, and they may be hesitant about learning more due to this being an unpleasant topic. However, proper arrangements can be instrumental in minimizing the stress that your loved ones experience.
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