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For the most part, people are uncomfortable at funerals.  It’s sad to lose a loved one or friend, and there is nothing you can say to ever make the situation better.  You just have to listen and do what feels right for yourself and those around you.  There are, however a few tips to remember [...]


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You may have noticed that our funeral homes bear the logo of a “ Selected Independent Funeral Home “  Our membership with this worldwide network provides access to quality companies like ours for assistance when a loved one dies out of town. Many independent funeral providers make up this professional International organization that joins together [...]


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After a death occurs, many families choose to have a visitation and funeral or memorial service. These services can be religion based or handled through our in house Certified Funeral Celebrant. A funeral service occurs when a person’s body is present at the ceremony.  When their body is not present, the service is considered to [...]


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In my career as a funeral director, I have experienced many unique questions and conundrums.  However, I was most surprised to find out how much worry and stress a memorial gift can illicit.  I even had a woman call the funeral home in the middle of the night to ask how much money to put [...]


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Throughout history, humans have used ceremony to mark special achievements and losses in their lives.  Even though the exact traditions can vary due to location, religious and cultural differences, all peoples have felt the need to come together to reflect upon these life milestones. Though most of these events are happy occasions, one very different [...]


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