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How to Dispose of Cremation Ashes

Man resting hand on cremated ashes at funeral<br>When a loved one dies and wishes to be cremated, you have to determine how to deal with the ashes. Ideally, the person will have made his wishes known before his passing, but you might have the make the decision yourself. In this case, thinking about what the person would have liked should be the major factor in your decision<br>Traditional Methods<br>It's customary to scatter ashes in a location the deceased family member enjoyed…

Frequently Asked Questions About Headstones and Grave Markers

In many cases, when a family experiences a loss, the number of things to be decided with regards to planning end-of-life services is overwhelming, in addition to being completely new territory. We recently had a customer ask us for additional information on headstones and grave markers, and we decided to expand upon...Read More

What is Green Burial?

What is Green Burial? Green burial incarnates the pure nature of allowing the body to return naturally to the earth. When one opts for ...

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What Can Be Done With Cremation Ashes?

During the cremation process, the body of the deceased gets reduced to bone fragments. These bone fragments are further reduced in size with the help of certain machineries. The final product looks like fine sand and is known as cremated remains. Usually white in color, the cremated remains will weigh between 4lbs to 8lbs depending upon the body structure of the deceased. The cremated remains are…

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10 Tips for Planning a Funeral and Saving Money

Planning a funeral for a someone you love is one of the most difficult things that people have to do. Not only is it emotionally trying, it can also be financially challenging as well. Advanced Fun…

A Good Funeral Director Is Hard to Find

Are you having a hard time finding great funeral directors? If so, you are not alone. As the average age of a funeral home owner rises and more and more funeral directors enter retirement, our

Funeral Service or Memorial Service?

What is the difference, and which one is right for your family? There are several differences between a Funeral Service or a Memorial Service. Both celebrate and honor the life of a loved one. A …

3 Steps to Becoming A Funeral Director

There are few professions that are as rewarding as being a funeral director. When a family loses a loved one and is experiencing an incredibly difficult time, they turn to you for assistance. By serving a family, you help honor the legacy of their loved one and allow them to say goodbye. It can...

Don't Make These 3 Common Funeral-Planning Mistakes

Learn the common funeral-planning mistakes you should avoid, whether you're pre-arranging a service for yourself or a loved one or after a death occurs.

Mistakes to Avoid When It Comes to Funeral Planning

Funeral planning is always a difficult and emotional process. When you're faced with making major decision in the midst of shock and grief, making a mistake is easy.

12 Smartphone Tricks Every Funeral Director Should Try

ASD funeral home answering service understands funeral directors have busy, hectic lives and might not have time to explore mobile technology.

5 Tips to Make Your Funeral Planning Easier

When someone close to us dies, it can be difficult to know what to do. Funeral planning can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. In this blog post, we will discuss 5 funeral …

Funeral Planning and Remembrance Ideas

Have the Talk of a Lifetime! Learn about what matters most to you and loved ones, how to keep memories alive and how to plan a meaningful memorialization.

Questions About Funeral Planning 

Pre-Planning FAQ What Are The Advantages Of Preplanning? There are three major advantages to planning your arrangements in advance. First, preplanning ensures that all of your final wishes will be fulfilled. Because death is a difficult subject to discuss, often times your true wishes may not be known or fully understood by your family Second,...Read More

Who Will Take Care of My Funeral Plans?

It is not uncommon for people to ask themselves, “Since I never had any children, who will take care of my funeral plans?” That is all the more reason to preplan your own funeral!

How Can I Ease the Burden on My Family in Funeral Planning?

Lifting the burden now, will ensure your last wishes are carried out at the right price.

Is A Career in Funeral Service Right For You?

22 Things a Funeral Director Won’t Tell You

Read the money-saving secrets funeral directors from across the country aren't taking to the grave with these insider tips for planning a funeral.