June 17, 2019
After a funeral or memorial service, most people expect a reception. A reception usually offers refreshments in the form of finger foods and drinks, and it […]
June 10, 2019
If you have lost a loved one and you are considering cremation services, it is vital that you know about the options you have. Many people […]
June 3, 2019
Dealing with the death of a loved one is always complicated, but it can be even more so if the person died in another country. Repatriation […]
May 27, 2019
Funerary arrangements in general are complex and require the guidance of a funeral home or cremation provider. If you have recently lost a loved one and […]
May 20, 2019
The costs of funerary services can add up. Between burial and cremation, cremation tends to be the option that costs less, so many people who are […]
May 16, 2019
1 Corinthians 13:5 says, “Love doesn’t keep a record of wrongs that others do.” As a pastor, it wasn’t uncommon when counseling a couple that one […]
May 13, 2019
It is not an easy thing to go through to lose a loved one. Not only do you have your own loss to worry about, but […]
May 4, 2019
It is common to find ourselves at a loss for words when someone we care about has experienced the death of a loved one. It can […]
May 1, 2019
Choosing a cremations provider is not always a simple task, especially when you are dealing with the loss of a loved one. To make certain that […]
April 22, 2019
Knowing what to say to a loved one who is struggling with grief can be essential if you want to offer real comfort. This can be […]
April 17, 2019
Those in the grip of grief know that certain times of the year are difficult. Wedding anniversaries, birthdays, Christmas time, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day can […]
April 15, 2019
Funerary services are expensive, whether you choose cremation or burial. If you are having trouble paying for the services that you want for your loved one, […]
April 8, 2019
If your loved one served their country, it is important to honor their life and death with a service that befits their lives. By taking time […]
April 2, 2019
Emotions can be complicated, and our feelings are not simple or easily labeled when someone we love dies. There is sadness, there is grief. There may […]
April 1, 2019
It is never easy to lose someone you love. If you have recently gone through this, one of the most difficult things to do is to […]
March 25, 2019
If you will be attending a funeral service and you will take part in the procession that comes after it, in which either people drive or […]
March 18, 2019
The carrying of the casket to the hearse that will take it to the burial location after the funeral service is done by people called pallbearers. […]
March 17, 2019
There are two events that bring families together – weddings and funerals. Both reveal much about the dysfunctional family. Weddings can produce a temporary armistice on […]
March 11, 2019
The memorial service that you have for your loved one should be as unique as they were. People tend to think that services have to be […]
March 5, 2019
The holidays can bring back a lot of memories of someone you loved who is no longer with you. This can make it a debilitating time […]
March 2, 2019
"Time heals all wounds" is a phrase that most of us have heard. It is also something that many would say is not actually true. Those who have suffered the death of a close loved one know the truth~ some wounds never heal. We just learn how to live with them. Then suddenly, seemingly out of nowhere, all those feelings can come rushing back and threaten to overwhlem us.
February 25, 2019
Each year when the anniversary of a death comes around, it can be tough to get through the day. Many people feel the overwhelming grief they […]
February 19, 2019
The Elephant in the Room February 19, 2019 As a Pastor and Certified Celebrant, I have encountered many families plunged into a river of grief. Sitting […]
February 18, 2019
After experiencing a loss, you will need to have experts on your side, helping you make the necessary arrangements. This is where a funeral home and […]
February 11, 2019
If you know someone who has recently lost a loved one, you may not know how to offer your condolences appropriately. It is normal for people […]
February 4, 2019
It is always a very thoughtful gesture to send a sympathy card to someone who is going through a loss. There are lots of options to […]
February 1, 2019
The great author Maya Angelou wrote~ When I think of death, and of late the idea has come with alarming frequency, I seem at peace with […]
January 28, 2019
After a death, you will require the help of a variety of people but one of the most crucial will be the funeral home director. A […]
January 21, 2019
If you know a child who has lost someone that they love, even a pet, it can be tough to see them struggling with grief. Like […]
January 17, 2019
The human body is wired with an organic alarm system Our emotional alarms are triggered by different stimulus. Go to a rock concert or a Redskins […]
January 14, 2019
Making arrangements for a loved one who has died can feel overwhelming. The process can take time and it can be stressful when dealing with grief […]
January 9, 2019
A eulogy is an important part of any memorial or funeral service. It allows you to express what the person who is gone meant to you […]
January 3, 2019
I have experienced this feeling before. Grief. Emptiness. Longing for someone or something that wasn’t there. Wondering where the magic was hiding in the midst of […]
December 24, 2018
Deciding between traditional burial and cremation can be a complex decision, especially if you are making the decision for someone else. It is important to take into […]
December 17, 2018
Cremations have become as common as traditional burials these days. There are a lot of reasons for this, including affordability, the speed of the service, and […]
December 10, 2018
Preparing for a death is harrowing, but it can many times much more difficult to have an unexpected death in the family. There are ways to […]
December 3, 2018
For people who think ahead and who want to ensure that everything is set when they pass away, one option to consider is getting burial insurance. […]
December 1, 2018
“I’ll have a Blue Christmas without you, I’ll be so blue just thinking about you. Decorations of red on a green Christmas tree, won’t be the […]
November 26, 2018
Although cremations have become more common, there are people who still have concerns about the process or who might feel that it is not the best […]
November 19, 2018
Having a beautiful funeral service usually involves giving people the chance to leave messages behind in a guestbook. People tend to think that the guestbook for […]
November 15, 2018
There is a difference between power and authority; importance and influence. Being a funeral director is about authority and influence. The best example of this is […]
November 12, 2018
Grief can be debilitating, making everything you do seem impossible. This is why it is so important to take care of yourself as you go through […]
November 5, 2018
Pets are a large part of many homes and families. If you have recently had one die, then you know how devastating it can be, especially […]
November 2, 2018
During a recent conversation with a friend I shared a fond memory of her teenage son who passed away several months ago. There was a […]
October 22, 2018
Being a caregiver is not easy for anyone, but it can be devastating when the person you cared for passes away. Most people know how to […]
October 15, 2018
These days, one of the most common things that Richmond, VA funeral home and cremations providers see is that people are choosing to preplan their funerary arrangements. This is […]
October 8, 2018
If a loved one has died and you have decided on a traditional burial, find a great cemetery is essential. This can be easy if you […]
October 3, 2018
Most people focus a lot on purchasing a plot, a casket, and choosing the funeral home they will be using after the death of a loved […]
September 30, 2018
My grandfather’s hands played a prominent role in my childhood. His hands were strong, and I spent many bright afternoons outside watching him chop wood for […]
September 24, 2018
If a loved one has passed away without leaving any information about what they would like to be done with their body, this responsibility can fall […]
September 20, 2018
Cremation has become more common these days, which is why there are more options about what to do with the cremated remains. For people who want […]
September 10, 2018
The honoring of a loved one after their death does not always have to be a sad, somber event. If your loved one was a gregarious person who […]
September 5, 2018
When you begin to think of the way to honor a loved one, one of the first things to know is what type of memorial or funeral […]
September 1, 2018
Life is complicated. Death is complicated. Living after the death of someone you love is incredibly complicated. Even if there was time to “prepare,” a person […]
August 20, 2018
Before being able to make funerary arrangements after you have suffered a loss, knowing exactly what kind of paperwork you will need to present the funeral […]
August 20, 2018
Funeral homes and cremation providers may charge fees that vary from one company to another. This is why knowing what to expect in terms of fees […]
August 16, 2018
“More Questions Than Answers” Funny the way it is, if you […]
August 13, 2018
The death of someone you love will always be difficult. You will have grief to contend with and you will be dealing with the rest of […]
August 6, 2018
If you and your family have lost a loved one and are starting the process of making funerary arrangements, then burial is one option that you […]
July 31, 2018
“All my friends are dead!” Those heartbreaking words were uttered by a lifelong family friend as we stood together at the the coffin where my grandmother’s […]
July 23, 2018
Having a loved one go through a mourning period can be heartbreaking. Most people do not know how to best offer comfort when it comes to […]
July 17, 2018
“How to BE Angry” What do we do with anger? The issue isn’t if we will get angry, because, if you’re human you will get angry. […]
July 16, 2018
After a loved one dies, it can be very important to start getting information on the funeral arrangements you want for them. Checking prices and services […]
July 9, 2018
A loved one who has passed on is always a hardship. Grief can be debilitating and can make everyday tasks difficult. This is why having a […]
July 3, 2018
Cremations have become much more common in the past few decades. This is because people have realized that it can be a less costly alternative than […]
July 1, 2018
When we are children our parents care for us. Eventually many people find themselves in a position of caring for ailing parents and eventually losing them. […]
June 25, 2018
When a loved one dies unexpectedly, a lot of things can remain undone. This can involve finances which can affect the entire family and which can […]
June 18, 2018
After a loved one has died, many people struggle to decide what the best option for their deceased loved one is. There are all manner of […]
June 11, 2018
One of the processes that is least talked about when it comes to the arrangements necessary after a loved one dies is embalming. Although burials and […]
June 4, 2018
Having flowers in a funeral can add the kind of beauty and tranquility that people who are grieving need. There are lots of options when it […]
June 1, 2018
This is the story of how scores of students rallied in support of one of their former High School teachers because they wanted to show him […]
May 28, 2018
Planning a funeral for a loved one can be stressful. This is because you will be dealing with grief as well as making all of the […]
May 21, 2018
After the death of a loved one, one of the best things to do is to start planning and making arrangements. This can aid grief and […]
May 16, 2018
“Forgiving the Dead” Much has been written over the years about forgiveness. Pulpits have resounded with the biblical premise of forgiving our enemies. Self help books […]
May 14, 2018
When deciding on cremation, whether preplanning your own or arranging for a loved one after their death, one of the things to consider is the kind […]
May 7, 2018
If a loved one passes without leaving behind the kind of arrangements that they would prefer for their remains, it will fall to the family to […]
May 1, 2018
Losing someone we love at the end of their life is an incredibly difficult and painful experience. When someone dies those closest to them are faced […]
April 30, 2018
When we think of funerals, most of us have a very clear picture in our minds. It is usually a sober event with readings and music. […]
April 23, 2018
If it is difficult for an adult to deal with death, it is even more so for a child. Children, depending on their age, might not […]
April 17, 2018
The Big “Why”? She is surrounded by family as her tired, frail, ninety-five-year-old body can no longer go on. Her family grieves, yet, understands. Another family […]
April 16, 2018
When a loved one has chosen to be cremated or if you have decided that this is the best option for the deceased, one of the […]
April 9, 2018
These days, more and more people are turning to cremation as an option after a loved one dies. This can be for a number of reasons […]
April 2, 2018
During spring and the celebration of Easter we celebrate the triumph of light over darkness, life over death, and renewal and resurrection over destruction and decay. […]
March 15, 2018
March 15, 2018 Blog “Don’t Waste Your Pain” One of the indicators of managing our grief is reaching through our pain to help other people. […]
February 28, 2018
The Morrissett family recently lost one of our own. She was brave and strong and kind and had successfully battled cancer for many years. Eventually her […]
February 14, 2018
“At the Corner of Grief and Love” Grief takes its toll on us. There are moments when all we want is to feel normal again. I […]
February 2, 2018
She seemed so brave at the funeral, she didn’t cry at all.” “They died six months ago… don’t you think it’s time you moved on and […]
January 15, 2018
January 15, 2018 Playing with Pain We have talked a lot about getting through the holiday season. so many people are relieved when the season is […]
January 2, 2018
Some people say that getting through the first year of grief is the hardest. Why is that the case? One person theorized that it’s because it […]
December 14, 2017
IF there is one thing I have learned about the holiday season, it is this simple-truth: There is no perfect holiday! I need to admit that I […]
December 2, 2017
The holidays are typically a time of family. A time of gathering. A time to bring hearts and mind home. For those of us who […]
November 16, 2017
This Saturday, November 18th we will be hosting our annual Holiday Remembrance in which we honor those families who are grieving the death of a loved […]
November 1, 2017
In the Christian tradition November 1 is often observed as All Saints Day. On or around this date many believers all over the globe hold special […]
October 1, 2017
Grief is not always about someone dying. We experience grief as a result of loss. There are many kinds of loss. When we lose someone we […]
September 1, 2017
The days following the death of a loved one can be overwhelming. We find ourselves not only coping with grief, but also having to deal with […]
August 11, 2017
In the few weeks since my father died, I have been thinking a lot about the gifts that came with his passing. There has been great […]
July 11, 2017
“Grief is like the ocean; it comes on waves ebbing and flowing. Sometimes the water is calm, and sometimes it is overwhelming. All we can do […]
June 8, 2017
When someone who we love dies it creates an array of complicated emotions which take time to process. Coming to terms with loss and grief can […]
September 30, 2016
There is an unexplainable hollowness that comes with losing a child. I’ve heard loss-moms explain it as a hole in their heart or an empty feeling. […]
August 16, 2016
Once someone we love has died, our new normal is something completely different from anything we have known before. We are different than we were […]
July 29, 2016
Love is essential to the human condition, but to give and receive love also means to be to open to the inevitability of loss and grief. […]