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For at least a thousand years, burial caskets were considered Europe's most traditional and acceptable option to lay a loved one to rest. Cremation and use of urns were seen...

Cremation has a long, storied, and occasional controversial history. Before the beginning of organized religions, cremation was practiced throughout Europe and the Middle East. However, the precise moment in history...

Approaching death is never easy, not for those seeking to make arrangements early to lighten the load on family or those in deep mourning seeking the appropriate end-of-life accommodations for...

It is perhaps one of the most complex and unpleasant things anyone wants to do—write and share a eulogy for someone recently lost near and dear to you. Writing and...

A growing number of people nationwide consider going green or eco-friendly burials as an alternative to traditional burials or cremation. But what exactly are they, and what is available?  What...

Today, many funeral homes offer more than one funeral or memorial service type. You can choose between a traditional funeral that follows common traditions and rituals or a modern funeral...

Every interaction generally has a system of rules, guidelines, or conventions that regulate social and professional behavior. As social creatures, humans create social units, and within those units are accepted...

When grieving, it isn't easy to focus on everyday things. The little details that need to happen in your life, funeral arrangements, expenses, and much more, can begin to feel...

When our loved ones pass, they leave an immense space within our lives and hearts that feel the loss achingly. One of the hardest, and for some, most important aspects...