You may have seen headlines proclaiming rising funeral costs in 2024. Even though the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) reports that funeral costs have not increased as fast as the inflation rate, they have still increased by 4.8 percent since 2022, according to Consumer Price Index data. What does that mean in real numbers? The NFDA reports that the average funeral service with casket and burial is $8,300, and the median cost of a funeral with cremation is $6,280.  Why do funerals cost so much? And what can be done about increased funeral expenses? Here’s what American famil ..read more

Choosing a cremation provider and service is an important decision, as it involves honoring the memory of a loved one in a dignified and respectful manner. Here’s a guide to help you distinguish among cremation service providers. Tips for Choosing a Cremation Provider and Service Even though the act of cremation is the same regardless of the provider and service – not every cremation service provider is the same. Here are some tips on selecting a cremation company or funeral home. Understand cremation service options There are two basic cremation service provider options. Funeral homes typica ..read more

You only make your own funeral arrangements once during your lifetime, so it makes sense that you would have questions such as, “What is cremation preplanning?” or “What are the steps for pre-arranging a funeral?” Before we give you some tips for pre-planning your memorial service and discuss the difference between planning a cremation vs burial, we offer these words of encouragement.  We know this process of preplanning your end-of-life services makes you uncomfortable – but you are doing the right thing. Funeral home employees are trained to work with surviving family members, and we h ..read more

Are you searching for Oregon obituaries from 2021 or 1921? The answer to this question will determine how you proceed with your search. Here’s how to find the obituary for someone who died in Portland, Eugene, or another city in Oregon.  How to Find Current Oregon Obituaries Finding current obituaries should be as easy as a simple internet search. Begin by entering the name of the person, the word obituary, and “Oregon” into your favorite search engine. Of course, if the deceased had a common name, you might need to add additional search terms, such as the name of a family member, the ci ..read more

You may have heard that cremation is more affordable than burial. And, for the most part, that is an accurate statement. However, you need to know more about funeral costs before you purchase cremation services from a local funeral home. Here’s what you need to understand before making an accurate cremation cost comparison between providers.  Cremation Cost Comparison: Two Important Factors to Consider Most funeral homes offer cremation services. They either have their own crematorium or outsource cremation to a provider in the area. However, before you purchase a cremation package from ..read more

Before we give tips for finding Florida obituaries or death notices, consider the reason for your search. Are you trying to find an obituary about someone who died in Florida within the internet era?  Are you trying to find the obituary of a person who died in Florida decades or centuries before – perhaps to fill in gaps in your family history research? Keep reading as we advise you on how to find a Florida obituary. How to Find a Recent Florida Obituary Finding a current obituary should be as easy as a simple internet search on your favorite browser. Begin by entering the name of the pe ..read more

There are different ways to approach finding California obituaries. Ask yourself the following questions. The answers will determine how you approach the task of searching for an obituary. Are you trying to find a current obituary for someone who died in California within the internet era?  Are you trying to find the obituary for someone who died decades or centuries before – perhaps to fill in gaps in your family tree? We’ll tell you how to find a current California obituary – followed by how to find an old obituary in California. How to Find a Current California Obituary An obituary ..read more

Planning a funeral or memorial service for a loved one is challenging for many reasons. Not only do you have to make plans when you are grieving a loss, but there are logistic and financial issues to deal with as well. Here’s some helpful advice for those planning a cremation service for a loved one.  Tips for Planning a Service When the Deceased is Cremated Some of you may have planned a funeral service for a loved one who had chosen a traditional burial. However, personalizing cremation services for someone who had chosen cremation is slightly different. Here are a few things to consid ..read more

Before we give tips for finding Arizona obituaries of family members or friends, ask yourself the following questions. Are you trying to find a current obituary about a person who died in Arizona within the internet era?  Are you trying to find the obituary of a person who died decades or centuries before – perhaps to fill in gaps in your genealogical research? Keep reading as we advise you on finding an Arizona obituary based on your unique situation. How to Find a Current Arizona Obituary Did you recently hear about the death of a person who died in Arizona? Begin your obituary searc ..read more

As a cremation provider, we feel that it is important to discuss the grief that follows the death of a loved one. Our staff can connect you with grief resources in your area. But maybe you aren’t sure if you want to talk with a mental health professional following the death of a loved one. Here are some of the functions of grief counseling. The Functions Of Grief Counseling From Mental Health Professionals Before we discuss the typical functions of grief counseling, it’s important to note the following: Grief counselors won’t encourage you to forget the deceased. Grief counseling won’t relie ..read more