Side-by-side burial plots (also known as companion plots) are gravesites and/or cremation niches that allow two people to be buried in close proximity to one another. Traditionally, these plots were designed for married couples who wished to be interred together. In our era of modern-day blended families, however, many of these plots go on to be used for children, extended relatives, and even close friends. (more…)
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Pros and Cons of Side-by-Side Burial Plots
Saturday, November 25th, 2017Baby Boomers and Funeral Plans
Friday, November 11th, 2016There is no mistaking that the Baby Boomer Generation has shaped much of our culture over the past fifty years or so—and that includes funeral planning. With almost 80 million individuals who share the same general values and outlooks, Baby Boomers have directed everything from the political landscape (they hold the most U.S. offices of any other generation right now) to the economy (they are the single largest economic group in the United States). Baby Boomers have more discretionary income than any other age group and are estimated to control 70 percent of the total net worth of American households. (more…)
How Can I Be Buried with My Pet?
Wednesday, July 27th, 2016For many pet owners, the loss of a pet is as deeply upsetting as the loss of a friend or relative. Often serving as companions for decades, dogs and cats have a way of working themselves into our lives and into our hearts in a way that modern pet burial methods do not allow for. Pet cemeteries, pet cremations, and burial in the backyard might work for some individuals—but for others, nothing less than burial together will suffice. (more…)
Funerals by Sea…and Air?
Tuesday, July 5th, 2016Funerals by sea are fairly common in this day and age. While your opportunities to send a body out to sea with a Viking funeral pyre or with a military farewell are not always possible, you can scatter ashes into the ocean (or lake) or opt to have cremated remains encased in a coral reef. (more…)
Planning a Funeral in Your Twenties
Tuesday, June 28th, 2016Early funeral planning is considered one of the best ways to save money and ensure that your death does not cause an undue burden on those you love. By setting aside funds, specifying your wishes, and/or purchasing a burial package, you can cover all the details of your funeral and get back to the task of living. (more…)
Pet Burial for Large Animals
Wednesday, June 1st, 2016There are countless resources available to assist families who have recently had to say goodbye to a beloved pet dog, cat, bird, or other small animal. From pet cemeteries to county animal control groups, you have the option to cremate your pet or bury them (either in a pet cemetery or even in your own backyard). (more…)
How Much is Too Much to Spend on a Funeral?
Tuesday, May 31st, 2016When it comes to giving your loved one a fitting farewell, you might be tempted to say that no amount of money is too much to spend on the perfect funeral. After all, funeral planning is something you only get to do for somebody once, and after the decisions have been put into action, there is no turning back. (more…)