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Spring Cleaning after a Loved One Passes Away
After a loved one passes, sorting through and dealing with their belongings can be a daunting task to take on. There can be many memories within, and it can be a challenging part of the grieving pr...
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Monday, February 27, 2023
Catholic Funeral Rites
The way a funeral service is held is often based on the religion of the deceased or their family. When going to a funeral for a friend or family member of a different faith, you may not know what t...
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Monday, February 20, 2023
Closing Bank Accounts Upon the Death of a Loved One
When a loved one passes away, it can be difficult to keep track of everything you have to handle. In addition to the overwhelming grief, you have to set up a funeral, contact relatives, change bill...
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Monday, February 13, 2023
Remarrying as a Senior Citizen
Many seniors choose to remarry, these days. With people living longer, and retirement communities becoming a popular option for those who do not need long-term care, many elderly individuals are ch...
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Monday, February 6, 2023
Collectibles and Your Estate Plan
When planning out how you will divide your estate amongst your heirs, many people often forget about their collections. Whether you collect fine art, model figures, comic books, or trading cards; h...
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Monday, January 30, 2023
What to Expect When Preplanning a Funeral
If you are considering preplanning your funeral, it can be a good idea to know what to expect. This article will discuss the different aspects of the preplanning process, including what to bring to...
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Friday, January 27, 2023
Buying a Burial Plot
Buying a burial plot is an important part of planning for your final wishes. There are a number of factors to consider when deciding to purchase a plot, or plots, in a cemetery. This article will e...
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Monday, January 23, 2023
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Interfaith Services at a Wake
New York is a melting pot of different cultures, backgrounds, and religions. For various reasons, some families opt to go with an interfaith ceremony during their wake. This is common with people w...
What Does a Funeral Director Do?
After a loved one passes and you choose a funeral home, your family sits down with a funeral director. It is the funeral director’s job to help coordinate the many aspects of your loved one’s servi...
What to do With Your Loved One's Ashes
After your loved one is cremated, there may be a question of what to do with the remains. There are a number of options available to you and your family. In this article, we will explore options fo...
Burial Plots - What to Consider When Buying
Buying a burial plot is an important part of planning for your final wishes. There are a number of factors to consider when deciding to purchase a plot, or plots, in a cemetery. This article will e...
Is Grief Actually Good for You?
Grief can feel as though a great weight rests on our shoulders. Grieving can be a challenging experience. Although grief is brought upon us by loss and sorrow, is it a bad thing? Grief is an emotio...
Senior Isolation After a Spouse Passes
After the loss of an elderly loved one, their spouse can be left feeling isolated and depressed. After spending a long life with a loving partner, losing a spouse can be like losing a part of onese...
The Difference Between Grief and Mourning
When someone loses a loved one, the words “grief” and “mourning” are often used to describe their experiences. But what are the differences between the two? In this article, we will discuss grief, ...
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