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Casket vs. Coffin: Twelve Things to Know About These Important Memorial Products

Funeral planning involves many details, including the choice of a coffin or a casket. Although coffins and caskets may look the same to the untrained eye, they are vastly different. Please read on...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, March 13, 2022

The Rooms in a Funeral Home Perform Many Important Functions

Funeral homes are designed to be peaceful, comfortable places for family and friends to gather for support and reflection. A comforting environment, accessibility, ample space, and caring staff a...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Thursday, March 10, 2022

Announcing a Funeral Service? Follow These Helpful Guidelines

A funeral announcement is a message or invitation that shares the news of a loved one’s passing. It can be digital or hard copy and often provides information about commemorative events that are ...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, February 20, 2022

Can You Pass a Funeral Procession? Four Important Rules Regarding Safe Vehicle Operation

Do you know the rules of the road when you encounter a funeral procession or participate in one? If you are unsure, you’re not alone. Many motorists don’t know the proper protocols for this situa...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Friday, February 11, 2022

Pay Tribute to Your Departed Loved One with These Six Memorial Garden Ideas

When you’ve experienced the passing of a loved one, time can be a wonderful healer. The pain of loss is eventually replaced with fond memories and recollections. A memorial garden is an inspiring...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Friday, February 4, 2022

Learn How FEMA Will Provide Financial Assistance for COVID-19 Related Funeral Expenses

Learn How FEMA Will Provide Financial Assistance for COVID-19 Related Funeral Expenses      
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Wednesday, February 2, 2022

Do You Know Why Funerals are an Important Part of the Grieving Process?

Funeral services, memorial services, and celebrations of life are filled with significant rituals that are central to the grief process. They are fundamental in a number of ways, from how we mourn...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Monday, January 24, 2022

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