Most people do not know much about headstones, grave markers, and monuments until they need them. Unfortunately, this lack of knowledge makes choosing the right one difficult. Monuments come in many different materials designed to last forever, but some materials are better than others. Granite is one of the best stones on the market for this type of task. Here are a few reasons why. Appearance Granite comes in a wide variety of colors.
28 November 2022
Death eventually comes for everyone. Acknowledging this and pre-planning and pre-paying for your funeral can take a load of stress off your family during this difficult time. Funeral pre-arrangement plans guarantee you get the service you want and allow you to lock in today's pricing for this later event. Pre-paying even gives you numerous payment options. Here are a few ways to do so. 1. Buy An Insurance Policy The average funeral cost is quickly approaching $8,000 or more, depending on where you live.
28 November 2022
Whether you're planning your own funeral arrangements or you're tasked with arranging for a loved one's, one of the first choices you'll need to make is whether to have a funeral or a memorial service. Many people think of these as interchangeable terms, but there are some key differences. What are some of these similarities and differences? And what do they mean for your arrangements? Here's what you need to know.
26 August 2022
The death of a loved one can leave you feeling confused and overwhelmed. There are many decisions that you may have to make concerning a deceased loved one in a short span of time. One of those decisions is the selection of a cemetery. Choosing the right burial site can seem difficult. There are many factors to consider. Here are a few of them. Location Cemeteries are places where people can go to pay their respects to the dead and reflect on the lives the deceased have led.
17 May 2022
When it comes to planning a funeral, one key element is bringing in the personality and interests of the deceased loved one. But not all interests seem well suited to include at a serious occasion like a funeral. What can you do then? Should you ignore a more light-hearted or seemingly incongruous pop culture hobby or fandom? Or can you include it in a meaningful way? Here are a few do's and don'ts to achieve the right balance.
23 March 2022
Cremation has such a sense of finality to it, doesn't it? Your beloved family member has passed away, their life was celebrated, a funeral was held, and then they were cremated. This isn't the final stage of the process. After the cremation, your loved one's ashes will have been placed inside an urn and presented to you. What happens when you and your other family members can't decide the best place for the ashes?
6 January 2022
