When a family is grieving the loss of a loved one, they may be going through immeasurable grief the likes of which they’ve never experience before. In fact, according to Scientific American, this kind of grief can be one of the top stressors in life. The last thing you want to do is add to the stress of someone who is bereaved. Unfortunately, many common platitudes can hurt those whose loved one is deceased.…
Read More »In a traditional burial, a casket is used to bury the deceased. However, more and more people are becoming concerned with the impact burials have on the environment. This is leading people to look for environmentally-friendly burial methods. This includes being buried without embalming and in an environmentally-friendly coffin. Here some “coffins” that will allow you to have a green burial. Burial Pod Currently, burial pods are only a matter of concept, but they will hopefully become a standard burial practice in the future.…
Read More »When a loved one passes away, you want to ensure that the obituary you write is accurate and complete. You want to create an obituary that contains no errors and includes all the pertinent information so that people can remember and mourn for your loved one properly. Unfortunately, all too many people are worried that in providing complete information, they are opening up the doors for identity theft. Want to know how to avoid this?…
Read More »You may not want to talk about funeral arrangements and burial services, but arranging your own could be one of the best things you do in life. The arrangements will be difficult for your loved ones, and they won’t necessarily know what you would like. Here are four reasons to make your own arrangements. Prevent Arguments Between Family Members Your loved ones will all want to make the best decisions for you and them.…
Read More »While life expectancy is set at approximately 78.8 years, the fact still remains that there is estimated to be more than 2.5 million persons that die each year. Even if death is expected, it can be a difficult process to make final decisions on what to do with the remains of loved ones. Traditionally, concrete has been used in making vaults that house coffins underground for burial. However, whether or not cost is a factor in the final decisions, you may want to find unconventional and nontraditional ways to memorialize your loved one and concrete can still be a useful material in getting that done even if you choose cremation services.…
Read More »There are many options for financing a funeral, but it can be a challenge if you have bad credit. If your family member passed on without any method of paying for their own final arrangements, you may find yourself having to go through third-party lenders. These third-party lenders will often consider your creditworthiness and income before they make a decision on whether they can extend you financing. Double Check All Avenues…
Read More »These days death can be an expensive prospect. Everything necessary for the funeral and the burial of your loved one can really add up. If you are worried about the costs for the funeral, there are things that you can do that will still honor your loved one without breaking the bank or busting your budget. Get Multiple Estimates You get multiple estimates to get your roof fixed so that you can find the right price.…
Read More »If you’re working on a funeral pre-plan, choosing a funeral home that meets your needs is one of the first steps. You want to find a facility that will fulfill your final wishes, as well as be a pleasant place for your family to work with. Most funeral homes provide the basic services, but each will have their own unique ways of supporting your pre-planning needs. Here are a few of the different services to look for when researching funerals homes with which to work.…
Read More »Honoring a deceased loved one that was also a veteran can often be a bit confusing, mostly because there are many different methods available for honoring that person’s service to his or her country. Honors that can be utilized for a veteran’s burial can range from headstones to an honor guard being present at the burial itself. Listed below are just two of the ways at your disposal when honoring a deceased veteran.…
Read More »One of the greatest sacrifices any American can make is to serve within the Armed Forces. To honor this sacrifice, the government extends funeral benefits to these individuals. If you’re planning a funeral ceremony for a veteran, it’s helpful to first understand what these benefits include so that you can choose an appropriate funeral package. Compensation The Veterans Administration (VA) provides monetary burial assistance for veterans who have passed due to both service-related and non-service-related circumstances.…
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