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Choosing your final resting place

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December 13, 2019

Choosing a Cremation Service

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Cremation Service Breakdown Choosing the right cremation service is a big decision, and oftentimes individuals wish to choose a service that is nearby. Whether you are pre-planning arrangements for yourself or planning a service for your loved one, The Gardens of Boca Raton offers all-in-one funeral services to provide a seamless process for you and your… View Article

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December 6, 2019

What Does the Bible Say About Cremation?

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Religious considerations are often top of mind when making funeral arrangements. Whether you are pre-planning arrangements for yourself or planning a funeral service for a loved one, religion can play a significant role in the decision-making process. With just about half of all Americans choosing cremation over traditional ground burials, many are left wondering “What does the… View Article

options for cremation

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November 27, 2019

What Are My Cremation Options?

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Today, many cremation options are available to individuals and families, as the practice is becoming increasingly common. Cremation options typically include: Direct Cremation Cremation with a Service Cremation with Body Donation Spreading of the Ashes Keeping Ashes in an Urn Personalized and Environmental Options for Ashes Cremation is now the most popular choice in the… View Article

niche for cremated remains

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November 13, 2019

What Is a Cremation Niche?

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The Gardens of Boca Raton, South Florida’s premier above-ground cemetery, offers an exclusive selection of indoor and outdoor cremation niches. These niches are available in a variety of settings, finishes, and sizes to meet the diverse needs of local residents.

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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

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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

man reading book on grief

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October 7, 2019

10 Best Books on Grief

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The Top 10 Books On Grief After the loss of a loved one, everyone experiences grief differently. However, grief extends beyond the person who suffered the loss. Those close to the person in mourning also feel the effects of grief, and are often at a loss when it comes to guidance or advice on what… View Article

mens funeral attire

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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

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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