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Common Misconceptions About Funeral Directors

Many people have preconceptions of those involved in funeral arrangements. Between a combination of misinformation and horror figures in pop culture, many believe that funeral directors are either ...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Friday, February 26, 2016

Should I or Shouldn’t I Go to the Funeral?

Death and funerals often give rise to complicated emotions, especially if there was bad blood between you and the newly deceased. Many people are unsure of whether they should go to the funeral or ...
By Myles O'Riordan
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Thursday, February 18, 2016

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

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