The advantages of cremation in remembering a loved one Deciding how a loved one should best be honored can be difficult for those family members left behind. Cremation offers several advantages that may help better celebrate the deceased person’s life than traditional burial methods. Many families appreciate that cremation is a clean process that has…

Planning a stress-free funeral Losing a loved one is a life-changing event. Even if it comes at the end of a long, painful illness, the hurt and sense of loss that accompanies their passing almost always comes as a shock to those surviving. To compound the issue, a funeral often has to be fully planned…

Finding Funeral Homes, Independence, MO For families considering funeral homes in Independence, MO, there are many options.  But for families looking for an alternative to the traditional funeral homes in Independence, MO, Heartland Cremation & Burial Society may be best option.  Today, the price of a funeral in Independence, MO has more than doubled over…

The General Price List The General PriceList (GPL) is the key stone of the Funeral Rule. It must contain identifying information (see page 6), itemized prices for the various goods and services that you sell (see pages 9-13), and other important disclosures (see pages 6-9). The GPL enables consumers to comparison shop and to purchase,…

Green cremation is a newer option for those looking to reduce the environmental impact of their loved one’s funeral. It also provides an alternative to traditional burial or a standard cremation. The process involves using natural, environmentally-friendly materials such as wood and cardboard in place of metal urns and concrete vaults. This reduces emissions into…