3 Ways to Bring in Funeral Music
Funeral songs are often viewed as an integral part of any funeral since it can lift the spirit of those who are grieving and provide a soothing background to an otherwise somber setting. Read more
How to Arrange for Donations Instead of Flowers
Many families tasked with funeral planning are not keen on receiving flower arrangements for their loved one or the latter had given them specific instructions to that effect. This is a common practice since some are in the belief that once the funeral is over, the wilted flowers would be of little use to the family. Read more
Why People Delay Advance Funeral Planning
Doing your funeral planning in advance offers you plenty of advantages. You can go through life with that peace of mind knowing that you will not be a burden to your family when you pass. If you are particular about how your funeral should be handled, then the advance planning can ensure that your wishes will be carried out. However, many people are still hesitating about the practice for a couple of reasons: Read more
When the Dead is Scammed
Funeral homes in some towns often receive a bad rap for preying on grieving families. The circumstances are often similar with small communities not having that much choice but to avail of their lone funeral home’s services. Read more
How to Conduct a Viewing
Many funeral homes set aside a few hours on certain days to allow the family of the deceased to receive whomever would wish to condole with them.
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3 Sinkholes in Funeral Costs
When you are distracted over your grief but would still desire to honor your loved one with the best funeral services out there, it is easy to dump your money into a few sinkholes in this industry. Read more
Sneaky Backup Plan for Eulogy Writing and Delivery
On top of all the hassles you go through in funeral planning for your loved one, you have to prepare for a eulogy. Since your grief is making you upset and unable to focus, you may want to set up a contingency plan just in case you will get a into a fit of hiccups during your delivery or any other possible disasters. Read more
How Cemetery Plots Work
When you are spear-heading the funeral planning for your loved one, it is easy to overlook the subject of cemetery plots. The flurry of activities can easily sidetrack you, especially if you have a number of relatives flying in to pay their last respects. Understanding the ins and outs of cemetery plots can help put your mind at ease. Read more
A Shout-out to Remember
The grieving for the loss of a loved one seldom ends when all the funeral services are completed. You will carry the ache home as you attempt to go back to your daily routine. Losing those who are especially close to you like a spouse, parent, child or dear friend, can be heart-wrenching. Sometimes, you would wish that you can wear your grief on your sleeve and let the whole world know that you are still remembering someone’s memory. Read more
What Makes a Funeral Catholic
Funeral services for a Catholic often requires the involvement of a priest. If you are tasked with the funeral arrangements and unfamiliar with the religious beliefs of this faith, you can inquire from the church of which the deceased is a member for guidelines. Note that the deceased had to be baptized as a Catholic and the manner of death is not recognized to be among those unfit for a Catholic burial, among other things. Read more
