Local Cremation Blog
Average funeral costs and affordable alternatives
October 9th, 2018Funeral planning can be hard, especially for the family members. There are many things to consider while making preparations and planning for the burial of your loved ones. Many families are surprised by the high costs and all the charges that can sneak in once you start getting into the details. This is why companies …
Read MoreFuneral visitation (Part 2): What to say
June 22nd, 2018In my last blog, I talked about where to have a visitation and who should attend. But that’s not all there is to know. I’d like to share a little more on the topic for those who are unfamiliar with the tradition and purpose of having a time of visitation to talk with the family …
Read MoreFuneral visitation: What to know before you go
May 30th, 2018If you have attended a traditional funeral, you’ve likely also been invited to a visitation, viewing or wake. All of these are opportunities for family and friends to pay their last respects and begin to have some closure. If the deceased or a family member is close to you, I recommend making the extra effort …
Read MoreMortician, Funeral Directors, Undertakers and Embalmers. What’s the difference?
March 20th, 2018What do you call the person who helps plan and oversee a funeral? Chances are, you use the terminology your parents used. For most people the terms funeral director, mortician, undertaker, and embalmer are used interchangeably. So, what is the right term to use when? The role of a funeral director is straight forward. They …
Read MoreWhy are caskets so expensive?
February 22nd, 2018Caskets (or coffins), are a focal point of most traditional funerals. Caskets are placed at the front of the church, are present at the cemetery, and are on display during a public visitation. They also can expensive. But why? My answer is…It doesn’t have to be. The casket is one of the most important items …
Read More