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Saying Goodbye to a Loved One

My name is Chris. Welcome to my funeral blog. Not many people like to think about death, but when a loved one passes away, it is time to face up to things. The biggest job is organising the funeral. When my mother passed away, it was down to me to organise the funeral. I was overcome with grief so I found it very difficult to think about the type of funeral my mother would have wanted. I got in touch with a fantastic funeral home who helped me to plan everything. I decided to start this blog to offer advice to others who are planning a funeral.

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Who Should Conduct Your Loved One's Funeral Service?

Posted on July 22, 2021

An orchestra needs someone to conduct it and so does a funeral. Whoever conducts the service acts as a type of moderator, leading mourners through the predetermined order of service. But who is the best person to conduct a funeral? And since you (and other family members) knew your loved one best, should a family member or close friend conduct the service? Yourself Conducting a funeral service for someone you knew can be an extremely difficult proposition. [Read More]

Are You Worried About the Environmental Impact of Your Funeral?

Posted on April 13, 2021

If you worry about the environmental damage your lifestyle could be causing, there are many changes that you can make to lower your carbon footprint. You can reduce the number of vehicle journeys that you make. You might decide you purchase locally grown produce and reduce your dependence on fossil fuels and electrical power. Whatever changes you make, there will always be more you can do. One way of increasing your commitment to a low impact lifestyle is ensuring that your death does not adversely affect the environment. [Read More]

3 Top Benefits of a Single Cemetery Monument

Posted on January 26, 2021

Choosing a headstone for a loved one's final resting place can be daunting because many designs are available to choose from. Whether you are looking for a flat memorial, an upright headstone, ledger markers or obelisks, a gravestone supplier can satisfy your needs. One type of cemetery monument is the single headstone, and it is arguably the most common upright grave marker. This article highlights reasons a single cemetery monument is the best option for your loved one's grave. [Read More]

2 Considerations When Choosing A Cemetery Monument

Posted on October 28, 2020

Choosing a cemetery monument can be a difficult process. Grief combined with the weight of having to make a decision about the type of memorial that will be permanently placed at the graveside can leave you feeling anxious and worried about making the wrong choice. There are a variety of cemetery monuments to choose from including traditional headstones, pillars, statues and tomb chests, and understanding what options are available can help you feel more confident in your choices. [Read More]