Two Reasons Why You Should Consider Cremation Services

Posted on: 3 August 2015

Whether you're planning your own final rites, or helping with the preparation of a loved one's last wishes, there are a number of reasons why cremation should rank high on your list of alternatives.  Cremation is becoming more and more popular, and projections show that in the coming years, more Americans will choose to be cremated versus being buried.  If you're on the fence about whether or not cremation is a good choice, use this information to learn more about the benefits of cremation. [Read More]

What To Know If You Attend A Jewish Funeral Service

Posted on: 19 June 2015

Most religions have special requirements for how bodies are to be treated and funeral services are to be managed. The Jewish faith, however, has very specific guidelines for how to honor the dead within their religion. If you attend a Jewish funeral service, you may observe the following traditions: There's little time between death and the service. If you were surprised by how quickly the funeral service was planned and scheduled following the death, that's part of Jewish tradition. [Read More]

Creative And Meaningful Ways To Spread A Loved One's Ashes

Posted on: 16 June 2015

If your loved one has chosen cremation as their end-of-life choice, you and your family probably want to do something meaningful for their passing. Spreading the ashes is a common ceremony, and there are many places you can do so. Some family members opt to keep the ashes in their home in a special container or spread them in the yard or garden, while others may choose to spread the ashes in a location that means something. [Read More]

Answers To Four Common Funeral Etiquette Questions

Posted on: 9 June 2015

Visiting a funeral home to express your condolences to the family of someone who has passed away can be difficult enough, but the experience can become even more challenging if you're unsure of the proper funeral or visitation etiquette. Knowing the answers to some commonly asked etiquette questions ensures that the family in grief appreciates your attendance and that you're able to provide support in the appropriate manner. Here's what you should know: [Read More]