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 […]
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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 […]
Burial Insurance Finder & Instant Quote
Affordable Financial Protection for Your Family If you are looking for a sensible way to pay for your funeral expenses, our burial insurance policy is for you. "Final expenses" are inevitable and our policy is designed for anyone seeking a secure, flexible and affordable means of covering them.
TV Body Count Study – Fall 2012
TV to Die For, Part 2: A Ranking of TV Shows by Dead Bodies September, 2012 The new Fall TV season is starting up and Funeralwise once again asks: Is death entertaining? Is our popular culture obsessed with death? How do portrayals of death affect the popularity of entertainment programs? Who is most likely to be drawn to death-oriented programs?
What to Say In a Thank You Note
Wondering what to write in your thank you notes after the funeral? All you need to write is a simple sentence or two. Write your message in preprinted sympathy cards (add your note along with the printed sentiment), or purchase blank note cards. It’s always good etiquette to say something sincere and personal. Feel free to use these phrases as a starting point: Top Tips
TV Body Count Study
TV to Die For: A Ranking of TV Shows by Dead Bodies Is death entertaining? Is our popular culture obsessed with death? How do portrayals of death affect the popularity of entertainment programs? Who is most likely to be drawn to death-oriented programs?
