If someone close to you has passed away, then you might be looking into cremation for their body. Cremation is well-known for being more affordable than a more traditional burial, and many people find it to be preferable for one reason or another. However, even though it's typically cheaper, there are still costs associated with cremation. If your family doesn't have a lot of money to spend — but if you still want to make sure that your loved one's remains get handled in a respectful manner that they deserve — then this advice might help.
29 November 2021
If you have been put in charge of planning the funeral of a loved one, but are having a hard time deciding whether cremation or a burial is the right choice, read on. A lot of people tend to shy away from cremation because they do not really understand what all of the benefits can be. If that is the case for you, review the following information. This will give you a much better understanding of why cremation might be the option to take.
21 September 2021
As you plan out your funeral services, you may want to forgo a traditional funeral that involves elements like a casket and vault. This kind of service may be too involved and complex for your personal preferences. Instead, you may prefer something briefer, less expensive, and capable of being tailored to your specifications. You can plan for a cremation service instead of a traditional funeral and burial. Faster Service When you want to provide a faster way for your loved ones to say goodbye to you, you may want to forgo a traditional funeral.
7 July 2021
For most people who plan to be buried in a cemetery, a local one or one located back in the person's hometown, is usually the first choice. For some, however, the option of a state or national cemetery is available. Being buried in a state or national cemetery (such as a veterans' cemetery or a state historical cemetery) is an honor and not one that's easy to turn down. Still, if you're not sure which location might be a better choice, just think about what it would take to be approved for burial in each location and whether your accomplishments or being in a family plot are more important to you.
20 April 2021
Pandemics and health crises can change many aspects of your life. What you may not consider are the ways it can change your end of life planning. One area that will likely see some changes is with your cremation services and pre-planning. Here are a few things to expect with these services for yourself or a loved one and how the services are affected by a pandemic or health crisis.
15 January 2021
If you are in the position of having to plan a funeral, you might find that you are looking for ways to save money. After all, funeral expenses can quickly add up. Therefore, you might want to consider the option of cremation services. To help you understand why cremation services can be the more affordable option, you will want to read through the following. There Is No Need To Purchase A Casket
23 November 2020
Some people think it's rather morbid to plan out their final wishes. They shy away from the subject at all costs and constantly look for ways to avoid the issue. However, instead of viewing your final wishes from that perspective, you may want to do a mental switch and see your last rites as a sort of love letter to those who you will leave behind. When everything is already planned down to the final detail it gives your loved ones the space to celebrate your life without having to make hard decisions.
13 December 2019
If your spouse died recently, of course you are going through a time of grief. On top of that, you probably also want to plan the funeral service that he or she would have wanted. Perhaps your spouse requested that you have only a simple graveside service. Or, maybe he or she didn't make that request, but you knew your spouse well enough that you realize a graveside service would be what he or she would have asked for.
10 December 2019
Funeral planning is one of those parts of life that are never easy, yet this process becomes even more complicated when you must help plan for the memorial of someone that you have been separated from for a period of time. Unfortunately, spouses sometimes pass away before you have the chance to get a divorce, and you may have just discovered that you are the closest relative that is in a position to plan the funeral.
9 December 2019
Death is the one thing in life that no one is able to prevent no matter how wealthy they may be. Sometimes death occurs when it is least expected, such as from getting into an accident, but many people have the chance to pass away in a slower manner. A slow death is often the result of being terminally ill, and it can allow someone to make plans for how they desire to be put to rest.
9 December 2019