By Joe June 6,2023   It’s common for family members, close friends, or the funeral home to place an obituary, or formal written announcement and published notice of a person’s death, in the local newspaper. If you’re looking to hunt down or want to find an old obituary but don’t want to pay a fee, […]

By Joe June 2,2023   While any funeral is a reverent affair, military funeral protocols are typically more formal. All attendees are generally expected to maintain their bearing and not cause a commotion. This is particularly true for military members in uniform, though everyone is expected to show respect to the deceased. Understanding this funeral […]

By Joe May 26,2023 Americans are becoming more aware of green burials in the United States as legitimate burial options, but locating the right places to perform such burials can be tricky, as they are not yet considered the norm. Check out these profiles for seven established sites to get a better idea of what […]

By Joe May 11,2023   Life in the wake of someone’s passing can be incredibly overwhelming thanks to the number of arrangements that have to be made and documents that have to be filed. If you’re settling someone’s estate or planning their funeral, you’ll likely need a few copies of their official death certificate. While […]

By Joe May 1,2023 How long after a death is the funeral? Planning for a funeral can be overwhelming for family members, especially if it’s unexpected. There are both personal and external factors that can affect how long after someone dies to plan the funeral. Timing is important for a multitude of reasons. It may […]

By Joe April 7,2023 Buying A Casket Online? How Do You Know If The Size Is Right? If you are buying a casket online, you may not be able to view the casket physically until it’s delivered at your doorstep. So, how do you determine the dimensions of a casket and decide if it is […]

By Joe the Owner March 31,2023 Cultures and countries around the world have different methods of mourning the passing of a loved one. Death is universal to people of every culture; however, their death rituals can vary greatly depending on their religious or cultural traditions and beliefs. Learning about these customs is fascinating, and if […]

By Joe Owner March 29,2023   How to Comfort Someone Who Lost a Parent Speaking with someone who lost a parent can be emotional – and at times difficult. Use these tips to be show your compassion and know what to say in a genuine way. Go Easy On Yourself When someone close to you […]

March 25,2023 By Joe The difference between the gauges on a casket.   The word gauge with a number by it refers to the thickness of the metal used in constructing the casket. The higher the number the thicker the steel. 16 Gauge is the thickest  18 Gauge is next and  than 20 Gauge. 16 […]