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Follow These Tips to Safely Express Your Sympathy During COVID-19

When someone passes away, we are accustomed to gathering with family and friends to share our sympathies with the bereaved. This traditional, supportive gesture represents an important part of the ...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, May 24, 2020

Written Condolence Etiquette: Do You Know the Rules?

Written condolences can be challenging to compose. Losing a loved one is a deeply personal event and everyone deals with their emotions differently, making it difficult to know what to say. Still...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Thursday, May 21, 2020

The Other COVID-19 Toll: Managing Loneliness and Isolation

Human beings thrive on connection. Engaging with others reduces anxiety, helps to regulate emotions, lead to higher self-esteem, and can even improve our immune systems. While it is critically im...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, May 10, 2020

Funeral Pre-Planning: The Ultimate Gift of Love

Any time is a good time to plan your funeral—except after you’ve already passed away. Can you imagine planning a wedding in just a few days? Or taking a trip abroad on the fly? Why leave the ulti...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, April 26, 2020

Helpful Tips for Battling Senior Isolation and Loneliness amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

As the numbers of those infected with COVID-19 grow, the dangers rise for America’s vulnerable populations. The elderly are at risk for the most severe consequences, so it’s essential to make every...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, April 19, 2020

Grief Support Groups: Get to Know the Positives and the Pitfalls

Are you considering joining a grief support group? Maybe it’s something that you’ve thought about but are just now considering seriously. Or perhaps finding a bereavement group was suggested to you...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Monday, March 23, 2020

Creative Ways to Use Cremated Ashes to Honor Your Loved One

Over the last decade, cremation has become the preferred funeral option in the United States. By 2040, it’s expected that cremation will represent an astonishing 80% of all end-of-life dispositions...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Friday, March 20, 2020

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