If you attend enough funeral services over the years, you'll undoubtedly witness someone who's obviously unaware of funeral etiquette. As a result, he or she is acting in an embarrassing fashion and might even be taking attention away from the solemn occasion. The last thing you want when attending a funeral is to be this person. The good news is that by taking a little time to understand some subtle funeral etiquette conventions — and knowing the best way to approach them — you won't find yourself acting in an improper manner.
29 January 2016
The popular image of a funeral is usually one of many people gathered in a church or other house of worship, coffin in the background, and speakers lined up to share memories. But if you're trying to pre-plan your funeral, you do have other options. The term "funeral service" is quite flexible, so don't assume that you have to have a big production when you die. Full Funeral Service In a full funeral service, there's a ceremony, usually in a place of worship or a center reserved for official gatherings, led by an officiant who is normally not part of the family.
14 January 2016
Spending all day with people who are "resting in peace" is one career that invokes a lot of curiosity among the general public, but is rarely brought up in regular conversation. You may be curious about a funeral director, their experiences, and their employment duties, but even if you were given the opportunity, you would likely never ask in the questions you have floating in your head in person. Here are a few of the kooky curiosities you may want quenched and the answers that will satisfy your not-as-odd-as-you-think thirst for knowledge.
29 December 2015
Most people attend a funeral at least once in their lifetime, and many people likely attend far more. Below are some funeral burial traditions you may see when you go to a funeral. All of these burial options are currently available in the United States. Knowing about these options beforehand can help you not be so surprised when you go to the funeral. Space Burials If the deceased person was a sci-fi fan, they may have chosen to have a space burial.
3 September 2015
Losing someone that you care about is never easy. Beyond going through the grieving process, you are stuck trying to handle all of the specifics of a funeral and make sure everything is taken care of right down to the last detail. This can be quite stressful and overwhelming for someone who is fighting to deal with the realization that their loved one is gone and isn't coming back. To help make the process a little less burdensome and frustrating, avoid making one of mistakes below.
29 August 2015
Are you planning a funeral for a loved one? Are you working with a tight budget? Funerals can often be costly, which can be problematic for families who have a limited amount of money to spend. Maybe your loved one didn't have much life insurance to cover funeral expenses. Perhaps you need money to cover medical expenses, taxes, probate costs, and other bills related to their estate. You probably want to give them a nice memorial, but can't afford to break the bank in the process.
19 August 2015
If you are a dog lover, you know how much your life is enhanced by having one as a family pet. Among the benefits of owning a dog is that you're probably happier and healthier than you would be without one. Because of all the love and devotion your family and your dog give to each other, when your pet dies, it is heart-wrenching. Here are some ideas that might make it a little bit easier to say goodbye to your beloved dog when it passes away.
12 August 2015