My grandfather died in 2007 after a very long battle with prostate cancer. For more than 30 years he had been active with the volunteer fire department where I grew up, serving as its chief for about three decades. He also was the secretary and treasurer for the state and county firefighters associations. The day […]
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Working with a Funeral Director: Arrangement Conferences
After a death has occurred there are many decisions to be made and details to be organized. The time set aside to accomplish these things is called the arrangement conference. Depending on the complexity or amount of details needed, this could take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Being prepared and knowing what to expect can greatly reduce confusion and stress during this time.
Find Out How Much a Funeral Costs
Use our free funeral "Quick Plan" to create a basic funeral plan in just a few minutes and get an estimate of your funeral cost.
Affordable Plan for Final Expenses
Financial Protection for Your Family Nothing is more important than protecting your family. That includes providing them with financial security for unexpected as well as expected events. The key is planning ahead. There are various components to a good financial plan including a plan for your final expenses. That’s where we can help. Managing your […]
At Need Funeral Goods and Services Contracts: What You Need to Know
When a death occurs, there are many aspects of preparing for services and final disposition. Once all the decisions have been made, arrangements must be made for payment. Regardless if the funeral was pre-funded, covered by insurance, financed, or paid at the time of service; a funeral service contract must be completed.
Military Funeral Service Rituals
For the family of an active duty service member, military bereavement starts with a knock at the door. The news comes in person, by a military chaplain and
Law Enforcement (Police) Funeral Service Rituals
Law Enforcement Funerals Law enforcement officers pledge to serve the public good and put their lives on the line daily. When they pass away, whether from circumstances in the line of duty or otherwise, their funerals should reflect honor and respect for their service and dedication.
Firefighter Funeral Definitions
Definition of Words relating to Firefighter Funeral Services Badge presentationThe Fire Chief may wish to make a formal presentation of the name tag and badge worn by the fallen firefighter to the next of kin. The badge and tag should be in a framed shadow box or display that also includes a department uniform patch.
Types of Firefighter Funerals
Generally there are three types or levels of firefighter deaths resulting in a department funeral: Line of duty death (LODD): the firefighter died while on duty or died after an incident that was the direct cause of the later death. Full military-style honors. Non-LODD for an active or uniformed firefighter. Department funeral with some military-style honors.
Firefighter Funerals & Memorial Service Rituals and Customs
It is fitting and right that firefighters, who put their lives at risk daily for the public, should be given the proper respect upon their passing. A large part of this respect includes fire department traditions, which play an important role in honoring firefighters who have passed. Full military-style honors are accorded to those heroes who die in the line of duty.
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