Secrets to Funeral Planning: Help During Your Time of Need
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If you have recently lost a loved one who was a follower of the Greek Orthodox faith, you will want to ensure that you plan a funeral service which follows the religious traditions of the Orthodox faith. Below is a guide to how a funeral home can help you to conduct a Greek Orthodox funeral service.
Providing an Alternative Venue
If there isn’t a Greek Orthodox place of worship in the local area, a funeral home should be able to serve as a substitute location.…
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A cemetery monument provides a permanent marker of your loved one’s final resting place. It also presents a unique and personal tribute to their life. Here are some fitting suggestions on ways in which you can make your departed relative or friend’s monument truly personal.
Engraving
Perhaps the most traditional way of personalising cemetery monuments is by having them engraved. You could choose to have some artwork included in the design that reflects your loved one’s interests and personality.…
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After a loved one passes, you will need to make some arrangements as far as handling their remains. If you are considering a burial versus cremation, it helps to know the benefits of each before making the final decision. Here are some reasons to consider cremation.
You Can Save Money for the Memorial Service
When you plan a funeral, there are a lot of different services you need to pay for.…
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A funeral service is usually meant as a respectful way of saying goodbye to someone who has passed away, and is a way to bring closure to those who are left behind. However, some funeral services may seem very impersonal and not respectful at all because of their “cookie cutter” feeling. If you’re planning a funeral service for someone or are preplanning your own funeral, note a few ways you might personalize those services and make them more individual overall.…
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Funerals can be a liberating experience, providing family and friends with that much needed sense of acceptance. But they aren’t cheap. In Australia the average funeral costs between $4,000 and $15,000. If you’re worried about the financial implications of your own death and want to relieve your family of the burden, there are numerous ways to pay for your own funeral.
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
A pre-paid funeral plan allows you to pay some or all of the costs in advance and make your own arrangements.…
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