2015

Three Reasons You Need A Will Even If You Don't Have A Lot Of Assets

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It's a common misconception that you only need to create a will if you have a lot of assets that need distributed. However, your Last Will and Testament serves several purposes in addition to paying your bills and distributing your assets after your death, such as documents that communicate your funeral and burial wishes. The fact is, writing a will makes dealing with the aftermath of your death easier on your loved ones.

9 April 2015

High-Tech Headstones: A New Way To Remember A Loved One

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When people prepare for their passing, be it imminent or (hopefully) in the distant future, one thing they want to be sure of is that their stories have been told. They want to be sure that when they are gone, people remember who they were. Some people will create videos to be shown at funerals, complete with pictures and voice-overs; others will agonize over the perfect headstone inscription, so that anyone walking by can get a sense of who they were on this earth.

7 April 2015

Don't Want To Send Flowers To Your Loved One's Funeral? Try These Ideas Instead

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If someone close to you has recently passed away, you might feel as if you are supposed to send flowers, which seems to be the tradition. If you are looking to send something else, however, there is no reason to call the florist and purchase a bouquet. Instead, try one of these unique and thoughtful ideas. 1. Potted Plant If you don't want to stray too far from tradition but want to do something a little different, try sending a potted plant to your loved one's funeral.

6 April 2015

7 Tips For Marketing In The Funeral Industry

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Marketing in the funeral industry can be difficult. People often do not like to think about death, and it can be difficult to talk candidly about a topic that is so personal. Still, this does not mean that you should not make a point of reaching out to those who could benefit from your services. These marketing tips will help you move your business in the right direction. 1. Focus on pre-need funeral arrangements.

31 March 2015

Questions You Need to Answer When Planning a Funeral

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Planning a funeral is never easy and can be a stressful process for the family of the deceased. Here is a simple list of questions you need to ask when planning a funeral service or making arrangements for your funeral in advance. Do You Want a Viewing of the Body? If you plan to have the body show so that friends and family can say their last goodbye that will impact every decision after that.

31 March 2015

Important Questions To Consider When Pre-Planning A Funeral For Your Loved One

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The need for final arrangements is obviously one that everyone will eventually experience and includes many smaller decisions that need to be dealt with. However, one of the most challenging is the need for a funeral that complies with all of their religious and personal beliefs, while also staying in budget. Therefore, working with the funeral home to plan the funeral ahead of time is often the best choice during that difficult time.

27 March 2015

What To Expect When A Reminder Of Grief Appears In Your Life

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As any grief counselor or another individual who has worked through a traumatic experience in their past will tell you, it's extremely important to deal with the source of your grief so that you can move into the future with a clear mind and heart. While you'll never forget the person you've lost, it's vital to deal with the stages of grief as soon as possible instead of suppressing them so that you can return to a healthy life.

27 March 2015

5 Little Known Facts About Planning A Funeral

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When you are planning a funeral (at an outlet such as Sturtevant Funeral Home) for a loved one, it can become extremely overwhelming, which often leads people to letting the funeral director organize everything. This is something you want to avoid, however, since you want to be sure that the funeral is exactly how you and your loved one would've wanted it to be. You should know all aspects of organizing and putting together a funeral to ensure that you are doing everything possible to make it exactly as desired.

26 March 2015

Memorializing The Passing Of A Loved One

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If you find yourself in need of planning memorial services for a friend or family member, there are several different options. The number and type of services depend on how best to honor the person's final wishes and how they wish to be remembered. Here are some of the typical options to consider when planning this final tribute to your loved one. Visitation Services This is the first of a series of memorial services that can be held.

26 March 2015