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Category: Funerals

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A man and woman in formal attire at a funeral in Boca Raton.

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November 26, 2023

What is the Proper Funeral Attire?

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After the death of a friend or loved one, those left behind are faced with all sorts of emotions, thoughts, and feelings as they come to terms with their loss. One of the big questions that tend to cause undue stress and anxiety is about attire: what is appropriate to wear at a funeral?

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November 13, 2019

The Best Modern Funeral Songs

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Choosing the right music to honor a loved one is essential to modern funeral planning. Music speaks directly to the soul. It gives us language when our own words fall short and allows us to express grief, love, memory, and hope in profoundly moving ways. Today’s memorial services often combine traditional elements with personalized details… View Article

funeral decor

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October 21, 2019

How to Plan a Child’s Funeral

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Planning a Child’s Funeral There’s nothing as heartbreaking as planning a child’s funeral. As parents, burying a child involves much more than that. We’re also saying goodbye to our hopes and dreams for our child. We lament all the opportunities they’ll not experience – graduations, weddings, births. Losing a child makes us feel lost, angry,… View Article

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September 16, 2019

Funeral Attire for Men

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At funerals, it’s important to show respect, and part of doing so is dressing in proper funeral attire. Our funeral counselors are familiar with the struggle men have around this topic. Oftentimes, they don’t know what to wear to a funeral. Men are expected to show their respect by wearing polished and subdued outfits. Some… View Article

pallbearer holding casket

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September 10, 2019

How to Choose a Pallbearer?

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Choosing a Pallbearer Many cultures share the act of having pallbearers during a loved one’s funeral. Essentially, pallbearers are chosen to either carry or escort the casket at a funeral. In most cultures, participating in a loved one’s funeral as a pallbearer is one of the highest honors someone is given. However, family members often… View Article