Andrew Loos

The Gift of Organ and Tissue Donation Prior to Cremation

According to nonprofit organ and tissue recovery organizations, just one organ donor can save up to eight lives, whereas a tissue donor could save the lives of at least 50 people. However, many Americans do not sign up for organ and tissue donation, and as a result, 18 people die everyday because an organ was…

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Survey Supports the Growing Popularity of Cremation

According to a new study conducted by LifeWay Research, the overall American attitude toward cremation is continuing to shift and evolve in favor of the process. As the years pass, more and more people are starting to choose cremation over traditional burial. LifeWay Research decided to conduct the survey on cremation after the Cremation Association…

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Tips for Saving Money on a Funeral Service

In the United States, the average funeral service costs about $8,000. Often included in the total funeral cost are non-refundable service fees, casket and embalming fees, fees for facility and ceremony use, fees for the use of a hearse, and more. Though some cremation and burial societies offer more affordable funeral options, working with many…

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How to Make Out-of-State Cremation Arrangements

Losing a loved one could be one of the most painful and difficult events you may ever experience from an emotional standpoint. After your loved one’s passing, it may be difficult to think about and prepare a simple cremation and memorial service arrangements. However, losing a loved one who lives in a location far away…

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Planning a Memorial Service that Balances Tradition and Customization

As cremation becomes increasingly popular in American culture, fewer people are sticking purely to tradition when it comes to planning a memorial service or funeral. However, those who want to honor their loved one’s wishes in regards to holding a traditional service, or have family members who prefer tradition, often look for ways to mix…

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Where do Families go to Grieve After a Cremation Memorial Service?

  For those who have lost loved ones, visiting the graveside weeks and months after the funeral is often a part of the grieving process. Families that are left to mourn those who are cremated, however, may feel they don’t have a “place” to grieve. Having a place to visit their loved ones can be…

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Biodegradable Cremation Urns: An Eco-Friendly Choice

  Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult things in life. The decisions that must be made in the wake of this event are numerous and confusing. How do you best honor your loved one’s life? Cremation, which is increasingly popular, is an eco-friendly choice that is also more economical than a…

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Important Factors to Consider When Choosing Cremation Urns

  Losing a loved one is one of the hardest situations we encounter in life. As we begin the process of final planning, many considerations must be weighed: how to honor a loved one in a way that reflects their personality, how the family can best pay their respects, and what type of memoriam is…

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How to Create a Unique Cremation Memorial Service

  When someone passes, there are a number of difficult decisions to be made. Who will share the news with other friends and family members, who will handle the funeral planning, and how to memorialize your loved one are just a few considerations to be dealt with during this difficult time. The grieving process is…

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Choosing Meaningful Cremation Keepsakes

  Once you have made the decision to cremate a loved one, the next concern that often arises is how to handle the ashes. For families wishing to keep the remains of a loved one, a variety of cremation keepsakes are available. Due to the overwhelming number of companies that offer products to memorialize your…

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