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Tips for Explaining the Concept of Death to Children

Everything has its time, and everything dies. An important part of growing up is realizing and accepting that we have but a limited time on this earth. The problem is, how do you explain this to a ...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Monday, February 8, 2016

How to Plan a Celebration of Life If No Instructions Were Given

For centuries, a funeral was the end. Once the casket is underground, the story ends, and life goes on for everyone else. In modern times, however, people are beginning to realize that grief is a c...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Thursday, February 4, 2016

Tips for Choosing the Right Type of Flowers for a Funeral

Sending flowers to a funeral has been in practice for 62,000 years. It’s one of mankind’s oldest traditions. Flowers carry special meanings and can often act as symbols used to respect the dead and...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Why are Flowers the Common Choice to Send to Funerals?

The practice of sending flowers to a funeral can be dated back to over 62,000 years ago when flowers were arranged around burial sites. It’s a tradition that has stood the test of time. Although th...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Different Ways to Personalize an Obituary

Writing an obituary for a loved one can be a difficult and emotional affair, and many people struggle to put their feelings to paper. For many of us, attempting to faithfully represent a deceased l...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, November 4, 2015

5 Funeral Etiquette Tips You Need to Know

Attending a funeral service is a stressful time; emotions are running high and it is often difficult to know how to best prepare and behave in order to be respectful of the deceased and their famil...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Wednesday, October 28, 2015

The Crucial Role of a Funeral Director in the Funeral Process

For most, planning a funeral is new territory. It’s not something that many people have experienced. This is why having a funeral director at your side during the planning process is so valuable. ...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Friday, October 23, 2015

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