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- Posted: September 15, 2010Categories: Cremation Urns and Keepsakes
- Posted: September 12, 2010Categories: Funeral AdviceRead more »
3. Bodies can be misplaced. Actually, that’s not really likely, but the point of this lesson is this is something that funeral workers do every day. Although this is a difficult time in your life, possible one of the most important times in your life, this is another job for a funeral worker. It may sound harsh, but funeral workers are a necessary service. Clearly it takes a certain type of person to work in the industry, but you can’t expect them to always be morning with you and your family. You must remember that you may not get all the service and reverence that you are searching for all the time. This is a reason to work with a family member or loved one for the funeral. You don’t always need to go through a funeral home for a service; as we saw in Death at a Funeral.
4. It may be a good choice to have the funeral service at your home, rather than a funeral home. The beautiful house in Death at a Funeral was a perfect location for a funeral. The family was together in their space. You would be surprised how you much can do for a funeral and ceremony in your own home.
5. A photo is necessary at the memorial. Not just a little photo, but a large picture that properly does justice to representing the person’s life. I really enjoyed seeing Death at a Funeral and it brought to light so many important points and information for a funeral that can help you after losing a loved one. Perhaps there is much more to be learned from movies. Maybe watching films about funerals is good research so that you are prepared when it comes time for you to plan a funeral.
- Posted: September 10, 2010Categories: MemorialsRead more »
Today we look back on the day we lost 2,819 people in New York City. Not only did we lose so many people, but we lost two iconic buildings that represented the strength of our great nation.
A memorial will be created for the towers; this memorial was designed by Peter Walker and Michael Arad, who were selected from more than 5,000 design concepts. The memorial will be a large open space and plaza hosting almost 400 large trees that will surround a water area. I'm so pleased to hear that the memorial will not be another large building,
- Posted: September 06, 2010Categories: Cremation Urns and KeepsakesRead more »
The loss of an infant is impossible to comprehend. It’s one of the most heartbreaking and unimaginable experiences any parent can endure. Making arrangements for a tiny angel isn’t something anyone wants to do, but if cremation is the option, choosing an infant urn is an emotional and necessary step. This will be the final resting place where a cherished cherub will remain, and serve as a touching tribute to this tiny soul whose time was cut too short. There are many different types of infant urns that will comfort you and allow your little angel to be with you in way that may not be obvious to others. Here are a few sweet options that will make beautiful memorials for the smallest angels:
Infant Cremation Urns
Our Angel
- Posted: September 03, 2010Categories: Cremation Urns and KeepsakesRead more »
To put it bluntly, urns for ashes were once purely functional; the look or design was utilitarian, as the cremation urns were used solely for the purpose of burial or were placed in an obscure place never to be seen again. Most were designed in dull colors and were nothing anyone would take note of - you certainly wouldn't have called urns for ashes "beautiful" or "exquisite."
Today, things have certainly changed. The urns for ashes that can be found today are spectacular, and thousands of unique choices mean that you can find the perfect one for your needs. Within the funeral industry creativity is flourishing; no longer are cremation urns viewed as simply a "box" or vase where a loved ones ashes are placed upon passing. Today, artisans who are blessed with an
- Posted: September 01, 2010Categories: Cremation Urns and KeepsakesRead more »
An urn is the vessel or container used to hold cremated remains for the funeral, memorial service or internment. Families may also choose to keep the urn at home as a visual tribute to the memories of the one that has died. The styles, shapes and materials that urns are made from provide the opportunity to match the characteristics of the urn to the personality of the loved one it will be used to memorialize. Funeral service providers have access to urns made of marble, stone, natural materials, beautiful hardwoods, semi-precious metals, and synthetic materials that are crafted into simple profile shapes with a distinct look or an elegant hand crafted classic design – all unique in their own way.
Urns have become more innovative than the traditional round or square styles to shapes of objects that are very popular in our lives today and provide choices such as sports topics, striking
- Posted: August 29, 2010Categories: Cremation Urns and KeepsakesRead more »
Updated on 11/13/2020
As many people seek to live greener lives, continuing that momentum in death is becoming more popular. As a result, biodegradable urns are increasingly in demand.
Cremation is not only budget-friendly, but an eco-friendly option as well and biodegradable urns allow the life to come full circle, returning to nature. Over 50 million people die each year. Traditional burial services can have a very negative environmental impact, but choosing green options such as a bio urn help lessen the impact on the earth.
Formaldehyde, a chemical often used in traditional embalming practices, is considered harmful by many including by the World Health
- Posted: August 27, 2010Categories: Cremation Urns and KeepsakesRead more »
Dedicating your life to preserving the freedom of your country and fellow US citizens is the ultimate sacrifice. Military Urns are more than a traditional final resting place or storage of a lost loved one’s ashes. Military urns are designed to pay very special tribute to honor and memorialize all American heroes who are veterans of the United States armed forces including the Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines.
Customized Urns For Veterans
With a wide selection of military branch themed urns, military
- Posted: August 18, 2010Categories: Cremation Urns and KeepsakesRead more »
Today, funeral urns are as original as those we love. All people are different; when a loved one passes, you want to pay tribute to them in a way that is special and meaningful. The urns for cremation available today allow you to memorialize a loved one in a way that represents their life, passions and personality. Whether your loved one desired to have their ashes buried, scattered over land or water, or stored in a beautiful container for display, urns for cremation come in a huge assortment that allow you to choose a design that is perfect for someone who was so loved and special.We often feel after the death of a loved one that they can still "sense" what we are doing, and we want to choose a memorial that we feel they would have chosen themselves. You may have lost a
- Posted: August 11, 2010Categories: Cremation Urns and KeepsakesRead more »
The loss of a pet, for some people, is just as tragic as the loss of a human life. Burial urns for pets are a good way to pay tribute to your beloved dog or cat. No other pet will ever replace them, and your loss is real. As with the loss of a loved one, you will most likely go through the grieving process before you begin to heal. Burial urns for pets help make the loss more final, so that you can move forward with life.
Often, those you work with, friends, and even family members cannot understand how you can be so upset. As humans, people tend to be sympathetic toward the loss of human life. They offer their ears to listen, food, cards and more, but when you lose a pet there is often no one to console you. Burial urns for pets help you feel as though you did something out of respect for your pet, to demonstrate the love and feelings you have inside.
