How Pre-Planning Your Funeral Can Save Stress, Money, and Heartache
Death is never a comfortable topic, especially when it’s your own.
The Most Unusual Funeral Requests I’ve Ever Received
Every family I meet has a story, and sometimes, the way they choose to honor that story is unlike anything I could have imagined.
Some requests are funny, some are touching, and a few are downright unconventional — but each one carries the same truth: there’s no “right way” to say goodbye.
Green Burials & Eco-Friendly Options: A Complete Guide
Lately, more and more people ask me about green burials and eco-friendly funeral options. They want simplicity. They want authenticity. And they want to care for the earth the way they cared for each other.
Secrets Funeral Directors Wish Everyone Knew
Most people only step inside a funeral home a few times in their lives — when they lose someone they love. To them, it’s a place of sadness, quiet whispers, and formality.
12 Common Funeral Myths Debunked: What You Really Need to Know
Death is one of the few universal experiences we all share, yet funerals remain one of the most misunderstood traditions. Because death is uncomfortable to talk about, misinformation and half-truths spread easily.
Helping Children Understand Death and Funerals
When a loved one dies, the world can feel unsteady for everyone. But for children, the experience of loss is often confusing, frightening, and overwhelming in ways adults may not fully realize.
A Day in the Life of a Funeral Director: Compassion, Care, and What Really Happens Behind the Scenes
People often ask me, “What is it really like to be a funeral director?” The truth is, this work is unlike anything else.
What to Say (and What Not to Say) to Someone Who’s Grieving
When someone we care about is grieving, our first instinct is often to reach out with words of comfort.
Do I Really Need Embalming? What Families Should Know
Losing someone you love is one of life’s most difficult experiences. In the midst of grief, you’re suddenly faced with an overwhelming list of decisions
Understanding What Drives Funeral Costs
In my many years as a licensed funeral director and embalmer, I’ve seen families spend more than they needed to simply because they felt pressured,