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Are Burial and Cremation Packages a Good Deal?

Burial and cremation packages offer convenience. Learn how to spot the best option for your needs and budget.

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What Happens If Someone Dies Without Family?

Discover what happens when someone dies with no next of kin, including who takes care of the body, what happens to belongings, and how to plan ahead without family.
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What Happens at a Traditional Funeral?

Not sure what to expect at a traditional funeral? Learn about the key elements, etiquette, and how to prepare in this traditional funeral guide.
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What Does a Pallbearer Do?

Learn what a pallbearer does, who to choose, and what to expect. This guide covers pallbearer duties, etiquette, and tips for first-timers at funerals or memorials.
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What Are Professional Mourners and Why Do They Exist?

Discover the ancient and modern role of professional mourners around the world, from Egypt to the U.S., and why this unique funeral tradition still exists today.
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What a Death Certificate Reveals and Why You Need One

With passing comes paperwork. High on the checklist after the death of a parent or loved one will be securing a death certificate, which some call the “most important legal document in existence.”
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How a Vigil Plan Can Help You Shape Your Final Days

Two end-of-life doulas help explain what a vigil plan is, and why you may want to create one.
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Veterans Funeral Specialist

Honor their service with dignity. Altogether’s Veteran Funeral Specialists guide families through VA burial, cremation, and memorial benefits, ensuring Veterans receive the recognition they deserve. Explore preplanning options, VA benefits, and memorial gifts. Download our free guide today.
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Veterans Funeral Specialist: 6 Benefits for Veterans and Their Families

Certified Veterans Funeral Specialists help secure VA burial benefits and arrange military honors to ensure Veterans receive a dignified farewell.
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Talking to Loved Ones About Funerals and Finances

Unlock the guide to initiating Essential Conversations on planning for end-of-life wishes with loved ones. Explore practical tips for overcoming the taboo of discussing health, funeral arrangements, and finances, ensuring peace of mind for all.
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Spring Is the Perfect Time for Swedish Death Cleaning - Here’s How to Start

Death cleaning, or Swedish Death Cleaning, helps simplify and organize your belongings with intention—making future planning easier for you and your loved ones. Learn practical tips to declutter, donate, and create meaningful legacies.
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Surfer’s Memorial Tribute: Honoring Lost Loved Ones with a ‘Last Wave’

Just as the pandemic unfolded, Dan Fischer lost his father and his 15-year-old beloved dog in less than a year.
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Studying the Connections in Carbs, Casseroles and Grief

Discover how food connects us in grief and mourning with insights from Baylor University’s Dr. Candi Cann.
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