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Ten Most Popular Stories of 2025

Discover the top ten Altogether articles readers loved most in 2025. From guidance on coping with loss to practical planning tips, these stories brought comfort, clarity, and connection.

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What's the Difference Between Cremation and 'Composting'?

Learn the differences between cremation and human composting, including cost, legality, and environmental impact, to choose the best option for you
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What’s it Take to Be a Rockstar Executor?

Agreeing to be an executor for a close friend or a relative is a generous gift.
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What VA Burial Benefits Can a Veteran's Spouse Receive?

Discover VA burial benefits for a Veteran’s spouse, including funeral allowances, burial plots, and transportation cost reimbursements. Learn how to apply today.
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What to Write in a Sympathy Card or Condolence Letter

Learn what to write in a sympathy card or condolence letter, when to send one, and how to offer comfort after a loss. Includes short sample messages and best practices.
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What to Wear to a Funeral or Celebration of Life

Get thoughtful guidance on funeral attire for all seasons and settings, including kids’ clothing, what to avoid wearing, and how to dress for a celebration of life.
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What to Say When Someone Says ‘Sorry for Your Loss'

What do you say when someone offers condolences? Find sincere and straightforward responses for in-person conversations, text messages, and social media.
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What to Put on a Headstone: Best Epitaph Ideas for Loved Ones

Explore short and meaningful epitaphs for headstones. Find inspiration for honoring a parent, grandparent, child, or stillborn with heartfelt inscriptions.
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Color, Texture, Volume: What To Expect with Cremated Ashes

Learn what to expect when receiving cremated remains, from their weight and volume to their color and texture – plus options for honoring ashes in meaningful ways.
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What to Expect at a Masonic Funeral

Learn what happens at a Masonic funeral, from traditions and attire to how non-Masons can attend. Discover what to expect at this meaningful ceremony.
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What to Do with Your Loved One’s Ashes

Cremation offers flexibility, but what happens next? Whether you choose to scatter, keep, or transform ashes, explore meaningful options for a final resting place.
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What to Do With Tax Records After Someone Dies: Keep or Shred?

Wondering how long to keep tax records after a death? Learn IRS guidelines, what to save forever, and how to safely dispose of documents.
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Cherished Items & Tough Choices: What to Do with Belongings After a Death

Taking care of the belongings of a loved one who has passed away can be emotionally challenging.
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