I was at work when I heard that my father had died. He never really took care of himself, so it shouldn't have been a shock--but it was. I was devastated about the loss, and I knew that it was going to be hard to help my sisters to cope. However, I decided to take it one day at a time and think about what my dad would have wanted his memorial service to be like. It was really painful, but after a few days things started to get a little easier. This blog is all about the process of planning funerals, so that you can honor your loved one with a dignified, professional service.
Posted on: 24 August 2017
Have you decided that you want to be cremated at the time of your death? If so, here are some special things for you to consider when you are planning your own funeral.
Put It In Writing - One of the most important things you should do is to put everything you want at the time of your death in writing.
Make at least two copies of all of your plans.
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Posted on: 1 August 2017
A mausoleum is a building in which bodies can be interned above ground. If you are looking to pick a mausoleum for a loved one who has passed away, or are looking to pick one so your final wishes are documented, you may be curious as to what factors you need to consider when selecting one. Here are a few of the factors that should be taken into account when picking a mausoleum.
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Posted on: 24 July 2017
Most people think that funerals are pretty standard. However, they are far from standard anymore. You have dozens of options to choose from and you can now explore green options, biodegradable materials, and low cost options. Since you have so many options, you can decide on, you may want to opt out of certain preparations that have long been considered the "go to" when it comes to funerals. Embalming is one thing that you may want to decline.
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Posted on: 30 June 2017
Cremation has become a popular alternative to a traditional burial, mostly because of the lower cost. However, many people are hesitant to choose cremation for any number of reasons. The following are a few things you should understand about cremation that may help you overcome any misconceptions you may have about it.
You can still have a viewing
Many people like to have a public viewing of their loved one prior to burial, but are under the mistaken assumption that this is not possible with a cremation.
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