Explore our collection of articles, guides, and resources about memorials, cremation, headstones, and honoring your loved ones.
This guide will explain the differences between a wake, funeral, and viewing. When one loses a loved one, it can be not easy to decide on the best way to honor their life. Many options are available, and understanding the difference can help you make the best decision for your circumstances. What is a Wake? ...
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The proverb "A picture is worth a thousand words" applies when a loved one passes away. Photos remind us of our past experiences with them, some of which may have been long forgotten if not for the pictures. Putting their photo on a loved one's headstone is becoming more and more common as a way ...
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Dealing with the loss of a loved one is never easy. Making sure their final wishes are respected is a significant undertaking, even during grieving. They may include an engraved marble headstone or gravemarker as part of their last wishes. Headstone costs can vary depending on the headstone size, how much monument lettering, and if ...
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When you put a loved one to rest at a burial site, the last thing you think of is that you may have to move the grave at a later date. The idea is for them to rest in peace in a tranquil burial ground. Even though it's only biological remains, and the eternal rest ...
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One of the most noticeable things in a cemetery is a gravemarker. They are designed as a personalized way to remember a loved one. While most gravemarkers are granite and marble carved with the departed's information, some include elaborate designs and even statues. Some of the most common gravemarkers are ornamental statues cast in bronze. ...
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Writing an obituary is a challenging, sad, and yet inspirational task. Obituaries offer a chance to tell the life story of someone and demonstrate their values and lasting contributions to family and community, as well as share biographical facts and crucial funeral information. The level of inventiveness (and often humor) utilized within an obituary's limited ...
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There are several factors to take into account when determining the kind of casket that will be most suitable for you or a loved one. Durability and aesthetic value are both crucial considerations, but cost is also a big factor in choosing a casket. The selection process will go more smoothly if you know the ...
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Cremation urns hold the remains of loved ones, close friends, life partners, and pets. Like a cemetery plot, it's best to think of an urn as a person's final resting place. Choosing cremation urns is an often-overlooked aspect of end-of-life planning. However, it’s an important decision that should be made carefully. There are practical considerations ...
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For more than 200 years, American flags have served as a symbol of liberty and unity. Many people have found and still find the flag to be a great source of personal strength. This is because it represents what all Americans have tried to be since Betsy Ross stitched together the first banner for our ...
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Headstones serve as permanent memorials to the people we love and the memories we share with them. You can prevent grime and decay and keep your loved one's headstone looking new and untarnished by cleaning it once a year or once every two years, depending on the headstone material. This article discusses how to clean ...
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