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Why do you need to use a vault when bury an urn at a cemetery?
Many people may wonder why you need a vault to bury an urn at a cemetery. Typically, when someone is buried in a casket the casket is...
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Is embalming a necessary part of the burial process?
Embalming is the process of preserving human remains for public display. It uses a chemical mixture, which is very toxic. This mixture...
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Can I still have a green funeral or burial if I prepaid for my arrangements?
These days many people prepay for funeral arrangements. It is a thoughtful thing to do for surviving family members because it takes much...
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Can I mark my loved one's grave in a green cemetery?
One thing people may not think about when deciding on a green funeral is how it will affect a grave marker. The type of gravestone or...
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What makes a burial casket or urn green?
A green casket or urn is one that is made from natural materials. It will easily decompose in the earth and has as little impact on the...
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How can I find out if I can have a green burial or funeral home in my area?
Green burials and funerals are becoming more and more popular. The first green certified provider was in 2006. Today, there are nearly...
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What are the environmental benefits of a green burial?
The focus of a green burial is to lessen the environmental impact of the entire funeral and burial process. Traditional burials are very...
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What are the different types of green cemeteries?
As families are becoming more interested in green burials it is important to understand your green burial cemetery options. There are...
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Ideas for More Memorable Memorial Expressions
Many burial rites are relatively short and very minimalistic. But there are many ways that you and your loved ones can create a more...
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Remember the Meaning of Memorial Day
It's easy to think of Memorial Day as the unofficial kickoff to summer - a holiday in late May that gives us the chance to get together...
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Honoring Mom’s Legacy
Losing a parent is always difficult. Losing your mother is a particularly difficult subject for many who have lost a parent or guardian....
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How can I memorialize my loved one's grave in a green cemetery?
One of the most important reasons to bury a loved one in a cemetery is to have a place to visit. Having a physical place to go to...
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What are Some Common Flowers Used at Funerals and What Are Their Meanings?
Using flowers at a funeral service or to decorate your loved one's grave is a common tradition. These days flowers can be natural or...
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Grounded in Tradition: Unveiling the Simplicity of “Traditional Burials”
Traditional burials, the age-old practice of returning the body to the earth post-death, stand as a testament to human history and...
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What is a Flag Detail, and What Does One Look Like?
The United States flag plays a prominent role in military funerals. As such, it’s important to have officers on hand who can not only...
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The Facts About Military Funeral Honors: What to Expect
The rendering of final honors to a departed military member is one of the most profound demonstrations of honor, respect, and gratitude...
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What is a Green Burial?
A green burial (sometimes also called a natural burial) is a way of caring for the dead in a way that has little environmental impact. It...
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What Cremation Terms are Important to Know
When a loved one dies, you're suddenly forced to make a lot of tough decisions about cremation, burial, and memorialization. One of the...
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National Wreaths Across America Day
You’ve probably heard about National Wreaths Across America Day, a day of honor and remembrance for veterans during the holiday season....
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Will the Funeral Home Help Me Process My VA Burial Benefits?
This is a standard service offered without charge, by law, by all funeral homes. Burial benefits apply to all honorably-discharged...
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