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What Does a Pallbearer Do? The Guidance You Need to Perform this Task Flawlessly

If you have been asked to be the pallbearer at a funeral, you have been bestowed with great honor. Serving as a pallbearer means that you will play an integral part in the upcoming funeral. You m...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Wednesday, September 29, 2021

The Essential Guide to Visiting a Terminally Ill Loved One

The idea of visiting a loved one who is about to pass on can stir up a variety of emotions. You know that your time with your beloved family member or friend is drawing to a close. However, being ...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Thursday, September 23, 2021

Five Proven Strategies for Choosing Meaningful Funeral Readings

Reciting funeral readings that have special significance is a loving way to remember the one who has passed on. It allows you to celebrate the things they enjoyed most in life while providing sola...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Friday, September 17, 2021

Downsizing Tips for Seniors: Eight Secrets to Simplify Your Life

Moving to a smaller home as a senior citizen is unlike other relocations. It requires far more planning and forethought than a move made in your twenties or thirties. Most likely, you now have an...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Saturday, August 28, 2021

Hosting a Repast after a Funeral? Follow These Tried and True Tips for a Memorable Event

Planning the homegoing celebration for a loved one involves many decisions. In addition to the funeral or memorial service, it is customary to host a reception or repast afterward. This gathering ...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Saturday, August 14, 2021

The Quick Guide to Headstone Etiquette: Seven Little-Known Facts and Important Rules

There are many misunderstandings about headstones and the rules surrounding them. Please read on for seven important considerations that will help you design the perfect monument and epitaph to h...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Writing a Headstone Inscription? Follow These Seven Tips to Get it Right

Choosing a headstone and inscription is a weighty responsibility and should not be taken lightly. The choices you make now will live on for eternity in tribute to the departed so it’s best to go a...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Friday, August 6, 2021

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High-profile funeral services require exceptional planning, respect for tradition, and a steady hand in the face of public attention. Some services carry an added weight, whether because of tradit...

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Navigating legalities after a loved one’s passing is often stressful, but a step-by-step approach can ease the burden. Grief often comes with an unexpected stack of paperwork, phone calls, and dec...

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The benefits of grief counseling can be life-changing for those navigating the journey through loss. It’s impossible to prepare for the heartbreak of losing someone dear. Grief looks different for...

Why Funeral Ceremonies Matter: 7 Ways Rituals Help Us Heal

Understanding why funeral ceremonies matter can help guide families through grief with compassion and clarity. In times of loss, gathering to honor the departed can offer more comfort than words a...

Wondering What to Bring to a Memorial Service? Consider These Heartfelt Items

When words fall short, what you bring to a memorial service can speak volumes. When we gather to honor the life of a loved one, our presence is the most important gift we can offer. Still, many pe...

Repast vs. Reception: Essential Differences Every Event Planner Should Know

When planning a memorial event, knowing the difference between a repast vs. reception helps set the right tone for gathering and reflection. Amid loss, spending time with loved ones after the fune...