Funerals 101

Top 10 Funeral Terms to Add to Your Preplanning Vocabulary
Preplanning can alleviate a significant amount of stress for both you and your loved ones. To simplify your preplanning experience, here are ten terms to add to your vocabulary.
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Funeral Costs: What to Expect Now and in the Future
Get clear on funeral costs today and in the future, including expenses for infant funerals, cremation, eco-friendly options like promession, and moving a grave.
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Understanding Wills: Types, Common Mistakes, and Safe Storage
Learn about the different types of wills, what you should never include in your will, and how to store this critical document to ensure your final wishes are honored.
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Honoring the Departed: A Look at Global Funeral Traditions
Explore how funeral traditions in various countries and cultures reflect both unique customs and shared values.
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What Does a Pallbearer Do?
Learn what a pallbearer does, who to choose, and what to expect. This guide covers pallbearer duties, etiquette, and tips for first-timers at funerals or memorials.
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Veterans' Burial Benefits: A Comprehensive Guide
Explore our comprehensive guide to Veterans' Burial Benefits and learn how the U.S. government honors the service of veterans with funeral and burial supports. This guide covers eligibility, VA burial allowances, military honors, and more, providing essential information to help alleviate the financial and emotional burdens of planning a veteran's funeral.
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What’s it Take to Be a Rockstar Executor?
Agreeing to be an executor for a close friend or a relative is a generous gift.
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The Ultimate Guide to Funeral & Cremation Costs
Explore our Ultimate Guide to Funeral Costs and find peace of mind with affordable planning options. Learn how to honor your loved one without overspending, understand funeral costs, and discover how to navigate financial decisions with ease.
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How to Read a Funeral Bill: Breaking Down the Costs
Learn how to read a funeral bill and understand the General Price List (GPL) to avoid unnecessary costs.
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How Do You Become a Funeral Director?
Learn what goes into becoming a funeral with our mortuary school 101 guide. An excellent resource for career exploration.
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Thank You Cards Made Easy: What to Say After a Funeral
Discover thoughtful tips for writing funeral thank-you notes, including etiquette for printed and digital messages, sample wording, timelines, and heartfelt ways to express gratitude.
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Cultural Competency at End-of-Life
See how funeral homes and hospice teams partner to deliver culturally competent care, honoring diverse traditions and supporting families at the end of life.
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Compassion in Action: Exploring the Profound Work of Funeral Directors
Being a funeral director goes beyond what most people realize.
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