Tag Archive: Cremation

What to do when there has been a death.

Tweet There has been a death, now what do I do? By Marla J. Noel There is a lot to do after someone dies. This is not the entire list of things to do, however, it is a simple guideline to start the process. If you have to read and use this list, I am …

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Cremation Garden

Tweet 3D animation of what Fairhaven’s Cremation Garden will look like.

The Service Is For The Living

Tweet by Ian Crockett There’s a school of thought that when cremation is selected, it preempts any type of memorial service or remembrance ceremony. Nothing could be further from the truth. I’ve had two experiences that I consider fulfilling and if I didn’t know better, would say were choreographed by the deceased themselves. The first …

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A PICTURE SAYS MORE THAN A THOUSAND WORDS

Tweet by Ian Crockett While perusing the large selection of commemorative items in Fairhaven Memorial Park and Mortuary’s showroom, I saw a picture frame that included a container to house ashes. I thought it was a fantastic idea and the perfect memorial to my wife of 32 years that I recently lost. When the Fairhaven …

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Cremation Services

Tweet I know that the options for cremation are confusing to some people. Particularly if you have not pre-planned or had the experience of arranging a funeral. Cremation is a popular choice for many people. However, a cremation service does not mean that the ceremony is any less important. It is my personal belief, and …

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Family Help

Tweet Sometimes, our families can be the worst offenders of our feelings when we have experienced a death. Maybe they have said things like; “Isn’t it time to move on?” or “I don’t want to talk about that right now.” These words can be very hurtful. However, I wonder if there are some underlying reasons …

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Cremation: Creating a Meaningful Funeral

Tweet This article was provided by the NFDA, National Funeral Directors Association The value of a meaningful funeral cannot be underestimated. Funerals give families and friends an opportunity to come together to celebrate a life, to mourn together but also to reflect together as they share memories of a loved one and look back on …

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Funeral Etiquette in a Changing World

Tweet Posted by Marla J. Noel from a recent NFDA article Funerals are a difficult time, regardless of your relationship with the person who has died. Funerals aren’t what they were a decade ago, however. Increasingly personal and unique, with an increase in non-traditional funeral services, it is oftentimes challenging to determine what is or …

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The Gift of Life through Organ and Tissue Donation

Tweet Posted by Marla J. Noel This is another article from NFDA, (the National Funeral Directors Association). I understand that this option may not be for everyone, however, so much good comes from these donations, from saving lives to helping research. There is no better way to make a difference in someone’s life than to …

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