If you've recently lost a spouse, parent, child, sibling, or another close relative, you may feel as though you're floating through a nightmare. The process of coping with a death, whether a sudden or expected one, can leave you wondering whether you'll ever feel anything close to normal again. But even those who are in tremendous emotional distress may shy away from the thought of grief counseling or sharing their pain with near-strangers.
24 September 2017
Following the wishes of the dearly departed can be a tricky business, especially when the deceased left a few non-conventional instructions for their loved ones to follow. Generally, a death is a somber and somewhat elegant event. However, there are some people who carry their unique personality or penchant for pranks past their death and leave it to their next of kin to deliver their humorous tidings posthumously. Whether it is an oddly-worded tombstone, an inappropriate song request for the funeral, or a peculiar place to scatter the deceased's ashes, it is important to weigh the deceased's desires against the living's sentiments and, if necessary, tone down or alter the requests.
30 August 2017
When you are having a cremation performed for a loved one, you may be surprised at how the cremation was carried out and this might not be what you wanted. Cremation services very regarding how they carry the process out, with certain services made available by some cremation services and not others. There are a few assumptions that you should not make. The Cremation Might Not Be Performed Onsite If you will be having a cremation service performed by a funeral home, you will want to find out if the cremation is performed onsite or offsite.
6 August 2017
The death of a loved one can be one of the most shocking and emotionally jarring experiences that you can suffer. When your family has suffered a death, you may find that you are the one that is responsible for making the final arrangements for the deceased. Avoid Letting Guilt Determine Your Funeral Sevices It can be easy for individuals to feel a tremendous amount of guilt when they are arranging a funeral for a loved one.
26 July 2017
When you decide to preplan your funeral, you'll visit the local funeral home, meet with a funeral director, and talk about your wishes. Preplanning your funeral involves not only planning each small detail related to your visitation and funeral service, but also thinking about other things that will need attention after your passing. By giving some thought to these minor but important details now, you'll save your surviving family members the hassle of thinking about these topics and dealing with them during their time of grief.
12 July 2017
After a loved one is cremated, you'll receive the cremated remains in an urn. At this time, you may begin planning some manner of memorial service or a gathering in which you'll scatter the ashes somewhere special. Memorial services and remains-scattering services are a nice way to honor the life of your loved one and you can tailor these services to include virtually any element that you and your family wants.
23 June 2017
If you have a sick or older friend or relative who might be passing away soon, you may be wondering what to do if they don't have any life insurance. Funerals cost thousands of dollars and you may not be able to come up with that much money for a burial. However, you still want to respectfully honor your dear one. The solution might be to go with cremation, such as with Union Funeral Home-Lytwyn & Lytwyn, and then host your own memorial service.
7 June 2017
During a funeral, it's customary for attendees to pick up a program upon entering the funeral home. This folded piece of paper may include an outline of the service, lyrics to any songs that will be sung together, and some specifics about the person who has recently passed away. If you're looking after the funeral of a loved one, you might also wish to put together a memorial card. This item is often a two-sided piece of cardboard that may be tall and thin like a bookmark or slightly wider.
21 May 2017
One of the decisions you will encounter when pre-planning your funeral is whether to hire a professional photographer. Although some may see a photographer's presence at the event as a tad bit on the morbid side, it's perfectly natural to want to capture this celebration of your life in photographs. Pictures can be a blessing to close family members, and it can help those who couldn't make it feel included. If you decide to hire a professional photographer for the funeral, keep these do's and don'ts in mind.
11 May 2017
When it comes to your loved one's headstone and burial site, you may find that performing routine cleaning and maintenance can help you to feel closer to the person you have lost. Use this guide to help keep the gravesite looking beautiful as a tribute to your loved one. Cleaning The Headstone When cleaning the headstone, you'll want to avoid harsh chemicals and scouring brushes. Instead, use water to gently rinse the marker, and pat it dry with a soft cloth.
26 April 2017