Funeral 411TM
the information you want and need
Here is some new info for those who did not use a veterans marker on the grave of one who passed on before us -
If a veteran's grave marker was not placed on their grave because there was already a family monument (tombstone), the Veterans Admin. will now give you a free bronze medal to mount on the monument! For more information, including how to apply for one, send us an email! We'll be glad to process the paperwork for you. Below is a picture of the 1 1/2" medal; the 3" and 5" medal are the same design as shown in the second picture.
If you found this web site because you have experienced the death of someone close to you, please accept our most sincere condolences. May you find comfort in warm memories, and in the presence and thoughts of people who care.
Questions? Please feel free to email us with questions. We are licensed funeral director/embalmers and will respond within 24 hours, usually sooner; however if you need an answer right away or would like to talk to someone, you may be interested in a personal phone consultation as described below.
Want to talk?
If you'd like a personal consultation, we will be glad to speak to you one-on-one or serve as an advocate on your behalf, at the following costs:
15 minute consultation - $45
each additional 10 minutes - $25
$45 minimum per call
If you are not calling from a cell phone with free long distance minutes, we'll return your call so you won't have to pay for more than one minute of long-distance charges.
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newspaper obituary cost?
If you're writing one, here are guidelines to help give you an estimate of the cost.
Most newspapers charge by the number of lines - click here for the settings to enter in your document to mimic a newspaper column and also for a template example.
Click here for our newest blog posting. It's one person's observation about real flowers vs. fake ones. As always, your comments are welcome.
Today's "appreciate life" tip
"Our objective [should be] ... to serve others in love without distractions, being all there, focused on them. Sometimes we serve others simply through our presence."
Jon Walker
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Even when it's not Thanksgiving, each of us has much to be thankful for. Someone has suggested the idea of a "gratitude jou
rnal." Even less formally, take a few minutes when you're lying in bed, whether it's when you're starting the day or ending it, to name four things that you're grateful for.We've found that we have a few blank journals in our inventory. If you'd like one to use as a gratitude journal, we'll send one to you free - just email us.
Who will make your funeral arrangements?
If you want someone other than your legal next of kin to make your funeral arrangements when you die, (and there are a few reasons you might want that) many states now allow you to assign an agent for that purpose. Click here to link to the form that you can use to assign an agent. This form is legally binding in many states, including PA, NY, VA, UT, VT, GA and about 30 others.
Any topic that deals with the circumstances around death and funerals is especially sensitive; it is our wish to present this information in an honest, professional, and kind manner.
We also understand that everyone's situation is unique and you may have questions about aspects that are not covered on this web site. Please refer to the information to the right about getting email answers to your questions or having a personal phone consultation.
