Have you ever wondered if you could have a burial at sea? Some people find the idea very romantic and inspiring.
The good news is that an ocean burial is not just for pirates and sailors. It’s an option for anyone who loves the sea – or even the Great Lakes.
Continue to read and find if you are eligible to have your body or cremated remains buried at sea.
Death will find all of us at some point along the way. It’s natural to be curious about what happens in the process of dying and after death.
One of the most bizarre concerns about the modern funeral process is truly weird: Exploding Casket Syndrome.
When you first hear this, the initial thought is “That’s totally fake.” But unfortunately (and quite interestingly)… it’s not.
Personalizing your loved one’s gravesite is a wonderful way to celebrate their life. Although you are saddened by their passing, keeping their grave looking beautiful is one way to help work through your grief.
You may wonder how to decorate, what to set on the gravesite, when to change out décor, or why the cemetery may have policy is on decorating.
In this article, we will discuss all this and more. You’ll learn how to decorate a grave in a way that lasts, plus you’ll be inspired by all the creative ideas that are out there. You will also learn some tips for keeping your loved one’s grave looking fresh and beautiful.
Are you or your spouse a veteran? If so, you have earned certain benefits through your service to the country.
What are burial benefits? How do you claim them? Who can claim the benefits? What other benefits can you collect?
Read on to find out all you need to know about burial benefits and how to claim them so that the veteran’s funeral is paid for.
What is a committal service? How is it different from a regular funeral? What do you do if you are attending one?
Whether you’re arranging or attending a committal, you’ll want to know what it is, what to say, and what to expect.
Here’s what you need to know.
Are you considering home burial for yourself or a loved one? Can you bury someone in your backyard if you want to?
The quick answer to these questions is “yes.”
While home funerals and burials are generally still viewed as old-fashioned alternatives to funeral services and cemeteries, they are making a comeback as a “green” alternative.
Of course, there are always legal and practical caveats, and we’ll cover some of those today. But no matter the reasons you are looking into home burial, whether personal, religious, or financial, it’s a really good idea to know the facts before you dig in.
We’ve done our best to gather those facts for you here. Let’s take a look.
Grave rubbing is a fun hobby enjoyed by many people. But it does raise some concerns…
Is a grave rubbing legal? Does it damage the headstone?
Are there laws or regulations concerning gravestone rubbing? Are there alternative ways to do the same thing?
So many questions to be answered! Read on, friends, and find out what you want and need to know about grave rubbings!
Taphophilia. It sounds weird, like some sort of condition. (Maybe it is….)
What is a taphophile? Similarly, what is coimetromania? And why are some people drawn to cemeteries?
Let’s find out.
It’s been called the Mushroom Death Suit. That may have scared off the fainthearted, so the name was updated to the Infinity Burial Suit and now it’s known as the Mushroom Burial Suit.
In any case, the result is the same: A new green burial option that aids in the body’s natural decomposition by way of mushrooms.
For some, there is no allure to a $12,000 felt-lined mahogany casket with matching hand-stitched pillow. Your loved one, perhaps, always said to bury them in a simple pine box and use the savings to do something good, like send a grandchild to college.
You’re looking for cheap caskets, and not just as a way to save money (though that is a consideration). Most people choose an inexpensive casket as a way to carry out your loved one’s wishes with simplicity and financial wisdom.
So, how do you find an inexpensive casket? Here are five tips for finding cheap caskets followed by five ways to find, make, or purchase cheap caskets.
If you are planning to bury cremated ashes in the ground, here are the options available to you as well as a selection of cremation urns and vaults designed for this purpose.
How do you find a grave in a cemetery?
Sometimes in life, we have occasion to locate the headstone of a loved one or an ancestor we’ve never even met.
Today we’re going to dive into this relatively unusual but pertinent endeavor. If you’re starting from square 1, this can be a daunting task. Especially with older cemeteries, or ones not attached to an active funeral home.
In this article we provide what you need to know to find a specific grave, headstone, or final resting place.
But first let’s take a look at why you might be trying to find a grave.
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