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 […]
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Guide to Burial Insurance For Your Final Expenses
It’s a Final Expense Insurance Policy Here you’ll find the information you need when considering burial insurance. Often confused with final expense insurance, it’s actually the same type of policy. We’ll explain what burial insurance is, how it works, and the advantages and disadvantages of burial / final expense insurance policies. What is Burial Insurance? […]
Eulogy for Tim Russert
“Good afternoon. I’m Luke Russert, proud son of Tim and Maureen. Just before I begin, my mother and I would just like to extend our deepest thanks for the tremendous outpouring of love and support we’ve received from all of you and everyone all over the country. Yesterday at the wake, we were very touched. […]
Digital Legacy Policies of Top Websites
You probably don’t think about it much but the policies of the websites you use impact what happens to your information if you can no longer access it due to death. While these policies are not usually referred to as digital legacy policies, that’s what they are. According to the site Internet Live Stats, there […]
How to Obtain Death Certificates
A death certificate is issued by local authorities when a person dies. It serves as evidence that someone has died and is needed for various purposes, including: claiming life insurance benefits, closing bank and investment accounts, transferring titles, and claiming social security survivor benefits. Generally, your funeral home will request copies of Death Certificates for […]
Claiming Death Benefits
In addition to life insurance policies, death benefits may be available from a variety of sources. Funeral Directors can help gather the information needed to apply for the applicable death benefits. In most cases, you’ll need a copy of the Death Certificate to file for benefits. Following are common sources of benefits and assistance: […]
As I Lay Dying…Some Awful Relative Stole My Home!
Written By: Justin Nobel, Originally posted on Digital Dying Could an awful relative steal your home? It’s more common than you think. Here is an awful story I heard recently.
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Veteran Grave Markers
Veteran grave markers are small but powerful emblems of sacrifice, duty, and patriotism. Whether they bear the weight of a name etched in stone or the insignia of a military branch, markers tell stories of courage that deserve to be remembered. Unlike civilian headstones, veteran markers are distinct in their simplicity and uniformity. Typically, they […]
The Last Time by Rickshaw
In 2007 I started to work in the offices of a not for profit social enterprise company called Bugbugs, who operates a small fleet of rickshaws in London. The company was set up to offer zero-emission transport and advertising and all of our riders were young guys and girls, who rented the rickshaw and then […]
