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August 30, 2019MAUSOLEUMS DEFINED A mausoleum is an above-ground, free-standing building that has crypts or any other type of burial compartments to hold remains. They are found in many cemeteries, yet they vary in size, design, and purpose. For years, mausoleums have been chosen as a way to commemorate and honor the deceased. Mausoleums are building constructions… View Article
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July 1, 2019Other Ways to Use Funeral Flowers Giving flowers at a funeral is a tradition that can be traced back to 14,000 years ago. The use of funeral flowers is something that many families choose to take part in, as a way to both remember their loved one and decorate the room where the funeral will… View Article
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April 29, 2019The History of Funerary Art Funerary art is a cultural practice that dates back to ancient civilizations. More than art, these are monuments to celebrate and memorialize the dead. Funerary art may serve as an article the dead can use in the afterlife, an item to celebrate their accomplishments, or in some cases, funerary art… View Article
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April 4, 2019What to Wear to a Celebration of Life When someone dies, we need an opportunity to say goodbye, to honor their loves, and to celebrate the legacy they left behind. However, on many occasions, families want to hold a memorial service or a celebration of life ceremony instead of a traditional funeral. The rise of… View Article
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April 2, 2019What is a Casket Spray? When planning a funeral for a loved one, families often include flower arrangements as a symbol of love, sympathy, and respect. Flowers create a background of warmth and beauty, which adds to the dignity and consolation of the funeral service. A casket spray is a common funeral arrangement that goes… View Article
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December 21, 2018How to Write a Funeral Sermon Outline Choosing the right words, honoring the deceased, and comforting their family and friends. Although every funeral sermon is different, they are still somewhat similar in their base structure. Delivering a funeral is one of the greatest responsibilities of Funeral Directors or funeral speakers. Our funeral home directors are… View Article
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December 19, 2018Choosing What to Wear to a Wake Navigating the etiquette of what to wear to a funeral or a wake can be challenging. Simple fashion etiquette can create much confusion, as you don’t want to disrespect the family and friends. When you’re considering what to wear to a wake, you want to be as respectful… View Article
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November 27, 2018How to Choose a Funeral Speaker When you are planning a funeral for a lost loved one, or when you are pre-planning your own funeral, there are dozens of decisions to be made. If it’s someone else’s funeral, you are likely making many of these decisions under duress, while grieving the death of a friend… View Article
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October 19, 2018Whether you are writing funeral announcements on cards to send to family and friends or you are writing an obituary to place in your local newspaper, it’s a completely unfamiliar process to write about a loved one or family member who has passed away. It’s an important task someone usually must take care of after… View Article
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October 17, 2018Should You Have Video at Funerals? Many families and friends question the use of videos at funerals. While most of us are familiar with tribute videos at funeral services, not everyone is comfortable with the idea of having a videographer record the funeral service. However, recording a funeral is acceptable, and it can be very… View Article
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August 30, 2018Funeral Guest Book Inspiration A thoughtful way to personalize a memorial service is by looking at creative funeral guest book inspiration. Starting from the traditional guest book, all the way to modern funeral guest book styles, personalizing this element is a way to incorporate your loved one’s touch into his/her funeral. Maybe you are pre-planning… View Article
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October 20, 2017Today, families increasingly seek meaningful ways to honor their loved ones through personalized memorial services that reflect individual personalities, values, and life stories. The ability to fully customize an end-of-life service is now one of the top requests we receive when planning arrangements, with families moving beyond traditional religious elements to create unique tributes. At… View Article
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