How to Buy a Grave Marker

Because a grave marker is a permanent memorial, many people find the process of selecting one daunting. That is perfectly understandable. To make matters worse, it is a large purchase, and if you are working with a salesperson, you may be presented with options you aren’t sure you want or need. Our Grave Markers, Memorial, […]


Grave Markers, Memorials and Monuments

Shopping for grave markers can be overwhelming, especially if you are making your purchase during a difficult time. But it can also be extremely rewarding since the marker you select will be a lasting memorial to you or your loved one. Remember, you don’t have to rush. The marker will not be installed until after […]


Burial vault

Burial Vaults

Burial Vaults (also called Outer Burial Containers) are boxes that are made to encase the casket. They are commonly made of reinforced concrete but you may also find them made of plastic or metal. The casket is placed inside the vault and sealed. A grave liner is similar to a vault but is almost always […]


Create Meaningful Ceremonies

Buying a Casket

Buying a casket is one of the most significant (and challenging) funeral product purchases you can make. They are big-ticket items with prices and features that vary widely. Fortunately, there are many beautiful selections in every price range. When buying a casket, it is not always easy to tell precisely what the price includes. To […]


Cremation Information: Services, Pricing & Options

In recent years, cremation services have become an increasingly popular option. In fact, it is estimated that by the year 2045, more than 80% of us will choose cremation over burial. A significant factor in the increasing popularity of cremation is the rising cost of in-ground burial. In addition, many religions and cultures have become […]


The Cremation Process

The Cremation Process

It can be hard to make a big decision about a process you don’t understand. While you may not know the exact details of how a traditional burial works, it is easy to visualize what happens. That’s not necessarily true for the cremation process. Despite how long the practice has been around (some 2,000 years!), […]


Cremation Service Provider

Cremation Services: Find the Best Provider

With so many cremation service provider options available, choosing the right one for you can be difficult. Our search directory can help you find cremation services in your area. If you are not ready to choose a specific provider, we can help you learn more about your options and discover the questions you should ask […]


Celebration of Life

Creating a Celebration of Life

When someone dies, we want the chance to say goodbye, honor their memory, and look for meaning in the death. Throughout history, we have turned to serve these purposes. And, without a doubt, holding a ceremony to memorialize someone we have lost holds an important place in the process of handling grief. While the need […]



Self Penned Obituary

The self-penned obituary: Is this labor of love a trend or a movement?

Among my clearest childhood memories is my Dad turning to the obituary page when the afternoon paper hit the porch each day. Some days he would make a comment about a person who had passed, other times he would just scan the page and move on to the sports section. In our small Florida town, […]


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