20 Things funeral directors won’t tell you
Death may be certain, but what funeral directors tell you may not be. Reader's Digest found 20 insider tips for planning a funeral. [caption id="attachment_39799" align="aligncenter" width="476"] 1)...
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Are Private Equity Firms Our Next Big Fear?
There are a growing number of firms who no longer see the growth of the conglomerates as their biggest concerns. There is a new movement afoot. It has...
Aurora Introduces Pet Memorial Products
Aurora Casket Company, the largest privately owned funeral service provider, is pleased to introduce a new selection of more than 100 Pet Memorial products, which includes various collections of...
When Is the ‘Right’ Time To Go Through Your Late Spouse’s Belongings?
One of the most common dilemmas that the widowed face from both practical and emotional standpoints is deciding when to go through a late spouse's belongings. How long...
Everyone In Funeral Service Should Watch This Documentary
'I don't know what it is, it's..it's love man. Somebody who cares." This is a line spoken by one of the young men featured in the documentary 'The...
‘Death Cafes’ Are Coming To Your City And Funeral Directors Need To Be Involved
In the last few months we have shared multiple articles about 'Death Cafe'. Now the concept is spreading widely across the United States and funeral directors need to...
Potter’s Field: A Documentary About Students Who Volunteer To Give Funeral Services For The Unknown, Homeless
What happens to the homeless when they die? The Potter's Field is a documentary about high school students in Louisville KY, who volunteer to attend funeral services for...