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What Do VA Death Benefits Cover: Explore Funding Options

Understand what the VA pays for in a Veteran’s funeral, including burial or cremation placement, and what families must cover. Learn about funding options to honor Veterans affordably.

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  Archivist Finds Joy in Baking Headstone Recipes

  Archivist Rosie Grant bakes recipes from headstones, blending history, humor, and heartfelt tributes. Discover how her unique hobby sparks conversations about death and celebrates life.

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  Answers to Death’s Frequently Asked Questions

  Discussing death is often considered taboo in many cultures, leading to a lack of understanding and discomfort.

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  Ahead of the Curve: American Cremation Early Adopters

  Discover the history of cremation in America, from its radical beginnings with abolitionists and suffragists to becoming the preferred choice for most Americans today.

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  A Will is Not Enough: 25 Documents You Need Before You Go

  Let’s face it, planning for our own mortality can be uncomfortable and hard.

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  A Soundtrack for Mourning: Music’s Power in Grief

  Learn how to choose the right songs for a memorial or funeral and explore how music can comfort, elevate, and give voice to the emotions of mourning.

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  Your Way, Your Legacy: A Personalized Approach to Funeral Planning

  Planning for the end of one's life is a deeply personal and complex undertaking.

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  A Guide to Financial Authority and Charitable Giving

  Learn how to manage finances after a loss, the legal responsibilities, and how to make a meaningful donation to charity in someone's name.

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  A Guide to Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

  Discover the vibrant traditions of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), honoring departed loved ones with altars, food, and celebrations.

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  A Complete Guide to Funeral Preplanning

  Discover the benefits and savings of funeral preplanning with our comprehensive guide. Learn about payment options, choosing between burial and cremation, and essential end-of-life documents. Start your journey to easing future burdens today.

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  A Complete Guide to Dog Cremation

  Learn what to expect with dog cremation, including the cost, process, keepsakes, and memorial ideas. Find out about options for other pets, scattering, and burial.

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  8 Tips for What to Wear to a Spring Funeral

  Deciding what to wear to a funeral is more challenging in the spring or summer. You want to avoid being distracted by uncomfortable clothing for the weather yet remain respectful of the occasion and the surroundings. To help you prepare, we put together eight quick tips on what to wear to a warm-weather memorial.

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  8 Tips for Planning an Ash Scattering Ceremony

  Take control of your end-of-life arrangements by pre-planning a spreading of ashes ceremony with your family. Our step-by-step guide makes it easier.

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