It’s not uncommon for spouses to disagree on how they want their final wishes to be met. My husband and I have had many conversations on the subject and while I want to be buried in a tree pod, my husband wants a traditional burial. He wants a unique funeral […]
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The Future of Death Could Be Under the Manhattan Bridge
Article via Imagine the Manhattan Bridge twinkling from underneath with hundreds of small pods filled with decaying biomass – the final resting place of many former New Yorkers, shining like stars in an otherwise dark sky. There, you might lay flowers near a pod containing the remains of a loved […]
Continue ReadingA Death Doula
Many of us experience a hallmark moment when we find the career that feels more like a calling. The beautiful thing about humanity is our differences. Each of us have different strengths and weaknesses, and it’s what propels society forward. When you find your calling in life, especially in death […]
Continue ReadingThe 5 Steps to Sales Success
And How They Relate to the Funeral Industry The successful salesperson knows that sales is a skill best refined by reflection. If you feel like your sales could be improved over the next month or quarter or year, reflect first and foremost on the sales process. Generally, there are 5 […]
Continue ReadingPhiladelphia Travel Guide for the NFDA 2016
Your time in Philadelphia may seem short, but we’re here to help you make the most of it. We’ve noted a few things to do and the best places to eat while you’re in Philly! Things to Do: Christ Church Burial Ground: The cemetery dates back to 1719 after the […]
Continue ReadingThree Reasons to Pre-Plan Your Funeral
By planning your own funeral, you are giving your friends and family the opportunity to celebrate your life in the way you would like to be remembered. This lifts an enormous burden off your loved ones at a difficult and emotional time.
Continue ReadingWhat Words Should I Put on my Headstone?
A Pre-Need Problem Many Planners Face. This blog post is not going to tell you the exact epitaph that should be on YOUR headstone. Only you and your loved ones can make that decision. It will, however, get you thinking about the world of possibilities at your feet as you […]
Continue ReadingChildren and Grief: How to Help
The loss of a loved one is difficult at any age. You may be dealing with your own grief and worrying about your child’s well-being after a death. How do you talk to a child about death and dying?
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If you think planning a funeral is difficult with a large family or involved neighborhood, imagine being on the planning committee for one of these famous funerals.
Continue ReadingJoint Burial Plots
As you make your pre-need funeral plans, you may want to consider a joint burial plot. Reserving two plots ensures that you and your loved one are buried together, no matter the length of time between deaths. Let’s look at some of the details of this decision.
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