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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How to Write a Funeral Resolution

Learn how to write a funeral resolution with our step-by-step guide. Includes short examples for a parent, child, community member, and church member.
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What Happens When a Pope Dies?

Discover the sacred rituals and traditions that unfold after the death of a pope, from the Fisherman’s Ring to the announcement of a new pontiff.
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Bereavement Fares: How to Get Cheap Flights for a Funeral

Learn which airlines offer bereavement fares, including Delta, Air Canada, and United, and get 7 tips to save on airfare.
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What Happens If Someone Dies Without Family?

Discover what happens when someone dies with no next of kin, including who takes care of the body, what happens to belongings, and how to plan ahead without family.
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11 Popular African American Funeral Traditions

Discover 11 meaningful African American funeral traditions, from homegoing services to spirituals, and how Black funerals honor life, faith, and culture.
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24 Psalms for Funerals and Memorials: Comfort, Faith, and Healing

24 comforting Psalms for funerals, memorials, and graveside services across Catholic, Jewish, Anglican, and Protestant traditions.
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Top 9 Essential Legal Steps to Take When Someone Dies

Discover the top 9 essential legal steps to take when someone dies. Here are practical tips for simplifying the process, plus suggestions for preplanning.
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A Guide to Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

Discover the vibrant traditions of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), honoring departed loved ones with altars, food, and celebrations.
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Why You Can’t Find an Obituary (and What to Do)

Can’t find an obituary for a loved one? Learn the common reasons why and discover how to write a meaningful tribute using our free online obituary tool.
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How to Write a Biography for a Funeral Program with Examples

Learn how to write a meaningful funeral biography with clear steps, examples, and tips. Honor your loved one’s memory with a well-written obituary or program tribute.
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What Are Professional Mourners and Why Do They Exist?

Discover the ancient and modern role of professional mourners around the world, from Egypt to the U.S., and why this unique funeral tradition still exists today.
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Planning a Graveside Burial Service: What to Know

Learn what happens during a graveside burial, how to plan one, how long graveside burial services last, and why many families choose this intimate ceremony.
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