The Sad, Sweet Story of the Man Who Lived In a Mausoleum
Every cemetery has its stories, as does every soul at rest within its grounds. Cemeteries serve as sacred places where visitors can remember those souls and those stories...
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Keepsakes or Clutter? More and More Cemeterians Facing Fallout From Cleanup Efforts
“Outraged,” “upset,” “disgusted,” and “furious.” These are words no deathcare professional wants to hear from a family — let alone see on the five o’clock news — in...
Do Cemeteries Get Shut Down? Yep, and Here’s What Happens Next
What happens when a cemetery is closed, or is simply abandoned? Short answer: This is a complex legal question and the answer depends on the state and situation...
Digging a Grave in Frozen Ground
Winter burials in areas where snow falls can be a challenge, particularly in northern states. Digging a grave when the ground is frozen is a much different task...
The History and Purpose of Mausoleums
What’s the purpose behind mausoleums? In some locations they appear to serve a practical function, such as where a high water table makes ground burial impossible. But mausoleums...
BATESVILLE VAULTS CAN’T CONTAIN OUR GRATITUDE | FFFW #61
THANKFUL FOR YOU This is the last Friday before Thanksgiving. That means the next time I see you, both of our bellies will be full and all of...
Reimagining the Cemetery as Public Space
From the humble churchyard to glamorous memorial parks with manicured lawns, cemeteries all require one thing: land. As urban real estate becomes an increasingly valuable commodity, many cemeteries...