Have you ever been browsing your Facebook feed when you come across a friends post about a loved one passing away? What was your response? Is a quick comment saying, “I am sorry for your loss” appropriate as an expression of sympathy? Is it...
Read life storyFunerals serve an important purpose: they allow us to recognize a life that was lived and acknowledge that the life has come to an end. Funerals exist for the living, for survivors who suffer the loss of a loved one. We understand that every...
Read life storyFlowers are one of the earth’s most beautiful creations. Whether it’s funeral flowers or flowers from a deceased loved one’s garden, many often wish that it was possible to preserve them as a way to remember their loved one. Here are some simple...
Read life storyWhen it comes to prepaying for your funeral, you want to make sure it’s done right. There are a myriad of reasons to make sure that all your t’s are crossed and your i’s are dotted (If you still need convincing on preplanning and prepaying for...
Read life storyKnowing what to say or write to a mourning friend or family member can be quite distressing. Most people are well-intentioned and don’t want to increase the pain and discomfort of those they love. That doesn’t always mean that we know what to say...
Read life storyIn Ireland, upon the death of a loved one in the rural country, the body is laid out and is “waked” by the friends and neighbors. After the family and friends have had time to intensely lament for their beloved, food and whiskey are brought out...
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