The first step in the healing process is selecting the right funeral home…
Posted on March 21, 2016 by | Leave a comment
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Let’s face it, funeral arrangements are awkward for families; even if they have been through the process before. Not only are family’s not in a very good emotional place, but they’re now relying on their funeral director to guide them to make the proper decisions regarding the funeral or celebration of life. This can be […]
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Not all Funeral Homes are created equal
Posted on January 15, 2016 by | Leave a comment
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Some call themselves Funeral Homes; others cremation providers. Some even claim to do both. Some funeral and cremation providers are expensive; others are incredibly inexpensive. Some are family owned and operated and others are part of a large network. So how does someone choose the right funeral home or cremation provider? Or better yet, avoid choosing the […]
Continue Reading Adviser or Listener??
Posted on December 10, 2015 by | Leave a comment
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Yes, I am a funeral director and frequently asked for advice relating to all things funeral. But I think a lot of funeral homes have forgotten the most important ingredient of funeral directing; listening! I’ve been guilty of this myself and have worked for funeral homes that believe they have an image to maintain and […]
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“Ins & Outs” of the new Tallahassee National Cemetery
Posted on October 30, 2015 by | Leave a comment
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In 1862, President Lincoln signed into law legislation authorizing the establishment of national cemeteries “….for soldiers who shall die in the service of the country.” Fourteen were established that year and marked the beginning of today’s National Cemetery Administration. In October 2015, the Tallahassee National Cemetery opened and burial is based on military service. Any […]
Continue Reading Cremation Is On The Rise; Here’s Why…
Posted on September 15, 2015 by | Leave a comment
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In 1980, the national cremation rate for the U.S. was just over 9%. 2015 is projected to be the first year that cremations overtake burials. And by 2030, the national cremation rate is projected to be over 70%. Three major shifts have occurred in society: The first is demographic. People don’t remain in the town […]
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