Funeral Readings and Poems

Guide to Readings and Poems for Funeral Ceremonies

Whether you’re planning in advance or looking for the proper tribute for a loved one, here you will find suggested readings for numerous occasions and in a variety of forms and styles. A memorial reading can be chosen because it was a favorite, triggers memories of the deceased, pays tribute or helps family and friends communicate emotions.


PLanning ahead for a funeral

Why Should You Plan Ahead for a Funeral?

Funerals — Planning Ahead has Advantages Funeral Homes, cemeteries and other funeral service companies can help you arrange a funeral at any time -- even before there has been a death.


A How-to Guide for Making Funeral Arrangements

What To Do When Someone Dies Here you can learn what to do if a friend or loved one has just died or if death is expected sometime soon. The following guides will take you through the steps of arranging a funeral from making the first call when someone dies to the various arrangements to be made following the funeral.


Funerals 101: Everything You Need to Know

Funerals 101: Everything You Need to Know

Guide to Funeral Products, Services, and Providers Here you'll find comprehensive, unbiased information about funerals. It's where you can learn what you need to know to make smart choices in planning funerals, purchasing funeral products, and supporting friends in grief.


Flying with Cremation Ashes

Flying with Cremation Ashes: A Guide to a Smooth Journey

Losing a loved one is a profoundly personal and emotional experience. When travel is involved in their final arrangements, especially when transporting cremated remains, the process can feel overwhelming. Navigating airline regulations and security procedures adds another layer of complexity. This post provides practical tips and information to help you respectfully and smoothly transport cremation […]


Organizing for end of life

Organizing for End-of-Life: A Gift for you loved ones.

No one wants to talk about death. We get it. But preparing for the end of life is one of the kindest gifts you can give to your loved ones. Organizing for the end of life ensures your wishes are honored, reduces stress for those you leave behind, and provides clarity during an emotional time. […]


Celebration of Life Ideas

Meaningful Celebration of Life Ideas to Honor a Loved One

When someone we care about dies, our thoughts quickly turn to finding meaningful ways to celebrate the special times we shared with them. That’s where a Celebration of Life event comes in. Once you have decided to hold a Celebration of Life, it’s time to get planning. This article can help you first understand what […]


Amber Dunes Cremation Urn

Cremation Urns: How to Choose a Cremation Urn

If you have just started your search for a cremation urn, then you may be surprised by the wide variety of options available. There are truly urns for every taste and budget, from simple wooden boxes to hand-polished marble. The wide variety of selections can be overwhelming, especially if you are deciding at a difficult […]


Prepare for End of Life

How do I prepare my family for my end of life?

For many people, the first thing that comes to mind when running across an article like this is that you have no intention of dying anytime soon. We agree! But, and it’s a big but, as much as you don’t want to think about it, you don’t want to wait until it’s absolutely necessary to […]


Transporting ashes

Transporting Ashes

It is not uncommon for cremated remains to need to be transported across the country. Transporting ashes is not a complicated process, but some things must be arranged in advance to ensure the process goes smoothly. >>Transportation of Human Remains Transporting Ashes by Air You should ALWAYS check with your airline to verify specific policies […]


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