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Unique Memorials from Around the World

There are many reasons why knowing about different memorials from around the world may resonate with you. You may be searching for inspiration to apply to a loved one’s funeral or simply may be int...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, September 14, 2016

The Importance of Writing a Eulogy

Being a key component of the funeral service, the eulogy is a written farewell tribute speech that is a representation of who the deceased was as an individual and how they lived their life. When y...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, August 24, 2016

Managing Social Media Accounts After a Loved One has Passed

With today’s times of social media popularity, it is more than likely your loved one was active on many social media platforms. There are ways to manage these accounts and deactivate them after a l...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Tuesday, August 9, 2016

If I Have Pre-Planned My Funeral at One Funeral Home, Can I Switch to a Different One?

Pre-Planning your funeral provides you with the peace of mind, knowing your family will have access to your end-of-life wishes and desires. You can rest assured knowing that your funeral service wi...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Friday, July 29, 2016

Should Your Child Attend The Funeral?

It is common to avoid bringing children to a funeral because it is a difficult time in our lives and we believe we are protecting children by going without them. We feel as if we are sparing them t...
By Myles O'Roirdan
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Friday, July 22, 2016

What Goes Into the Expense of a Standard Funeral?

Planning a funeral for a loved one can be a confusing and stressful time. In addition to dealing with the loss, you are left organizing and ultimately paying for services to lay your loved one to r...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Celebrant or Clergy Member, Which Should I Choose, and Why?

Choosing the individual who will act as an officiant for your loved one’s funeral is a big decision. While it’s important to make sure you are comfortable with the person, it’s also important to de...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, June 8, 2016

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Do I Have to Use a Burial Vault for Burial?

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Can I Have a Gathering/Visitation Without a Ceremony/Service?

In times of loss, grief can feel overwhelming, and navigating the process of saying goodbye can be challenging. Traditionally, gatherings and visitations have been accompanied by ceremonies or serv...

Visiting a Dying Loved One and Dealing with the Grief

Visiting a dying loved one is one of the most challenging experiences we face. It’s a time filled with emotional turbulence, as we grapple with the imminent loss and the grief that accompanies it. ...