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 Plan a Funeral
Learn how to plan a funeral with clear steps, helpful tips, and support from funeral professionals. This guide simplifies the process from making the first call to arranging services.
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How Long Does Embalming Last? FAQs and Answers
Learn how long embalming preserves a body, factors affecting its duration, and what to expect during the process.
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Top 10 Reasons to Have a Will
Learn the top 10 reasons to have a Will and how to save on estate planning with Afterall and Trust & Will.
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What to Expect at a Masonic Funeral
Learn what happens at a Masonic funeral, from traditions and attire to how non-Masons can attend. Discover what to expect at this meaningful ceremony.
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Understanding Diverse Funeral Traditions: What to Expect
Explore the customs and rituals of Amish, Catholic, Baptist, and Shinto funerals. Learn what to expect and how to honor each tradition respectfully.
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What to Wear to a Funeral or Celebration of Life
Get thoughtful guidance on funeral attire for all seasons and settings, including kids’ clothing, what to avoid wearing, and how to dress for a celebration of life.
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How Affirm Can Help You Pay for Funeral Arrangements
Affirm can help you manage funeral costs with flexible payment plans, transparent terms, and no hidden fees. Learn how to use Affirm for funeral arrangements and make financial planning easier.
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Behind the Scenes at a Funeral Home: What Really Happens
Explore what happens at a funeral home, how it differs from a mortuary, and what to expect after an unexpected death, including embalming and care processes.
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10 Most Popular Stories of 2024
Discover Afterall's top 10 articles of 2024, covering Veterans’ funeral traditions, tax tips for widows, green burial trends, and personal stories of grief and healing. Explore what resonated most with our readers this year.
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A Guide to Financial Authority and Charitable Giving
Learn how to manage finances after a loss, the legal responsibilities, and how to make a meaningful donation to charity in someone's name.
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How to Avoid Crying at a Funeral
Don’t want to cry at a funeral? Here are tips for managing your emotions without unhealthy bottling up your grief.
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The 13 Places You Absolutely Must Notify After Someone Dies
Ensure you're covering all necessary steps after a loved one's passing with this comprehensive 13-point notification checklist.
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