As cremations rise, cemeteries rethink land use
CINCINNATI — At 71 years young, Lois Griswold of Wyoming is starting to get her "ducks in a row." Griswold isn't facing imminent challenges to her health and...
25 sweet hot chocolate recipes to keep your holidays cozy
As the temperatures drop and cold weather misery takes over, optimal coziness is a top priority. Sweaters, scarves, mittens fireplaces, are all winter must-haves. And to top it...
The 7 Best Photo Documentaries On Death
Article from Qeepr.com - Qeepr is a social media site dedicated to memorializing the lives of the departed with the aid of modern technology and a regular contributor to ConnectingDirectors.com The scholar Phillipe Aries writes...
Japan’s Newest Tourist Attraction Includes Funeral Portraits and Scattering Fake Ashes
TOKYO (YOMIURI SHIMBUN/ASIA NEWS NETWORK) - Housewife Reiko Wachi, 65, who lives in Kawasaki, poses for pictures as a photographer encourages her, saying, "Good smile. Very nice." The...
Rose Milto Launches Funeral Research and Insight
Funeral Research Expert Refocuses Company on Funeral Profession Indianapolis, IN, December 10, 2014 – In an effort to better reflect the scope of its business and vision for...
Throwback Thursday Cremation Edition: The Detroit Crematorium
The First Crematorium in the state of Michigan was constructed in Detroit by the Michigan Cremation Association, the founder of which was legendary Cremationist Dr. Hugo Erichsen. Construction...
This Smartphone Breathalyzer Will Keep You From Embarrassing Yourself At The Company Party
The BACtrack Vio: A Pint-Sized Smartphone Breathalyzer designed to keep you from getting smashed and driving home from your funeral home's Christmas party. Stay safe. The holidays are...
5 Personalization Hacks for Better Funerals
Article by: Rochelle Rietow, FuneralOne There isn’t a day that passes where I see an article on “life hacks” that I’m not tempted to click on. After all,...
5 Ways Funeral Directors Help Others During The Holidays
Article by Jessica Fowler, ASD - Answering Service for Directors In our society, we sometimes forget that “the most wonderful time of the year” can be an extremely...
Helping Yourself Heal During the Holiday Season
Article By Dr. Alan Wolfelt, Ph.D., www.centerforloss.com Holidays are often difficult for anyone who has experienced the death of someone loved. Rather than being times of family togetherness, sharing...