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a person writing an obituary

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December 16, 2016

How To Write An Obituary

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When a loved one dies, many people are dealing with their grief so much, as well as the sadness among the rest of their family. But one task that needs to be done is to write an obituary that announces the person’s death, so that everyone should know, alerting friends and family that you might… View Article

common-things-placed-casket

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December 7, 2016

What is Perpetual Care?

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Perpetual Care The term “perpetual care” generally refers to the funds used for repair and general maintenance of cemetery grounds, which includes landscaping and lawn mowing during the growing season. These funds also help keep the roads and paths clear for visitors. Some states actually require “perpetual care,” which is also known as “permanent care”… View Article

outdoor mausoleum

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December 2, 2016

Above-Ground Burials

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There are plenty of decisions people must make when considering their own funeral or service for a loved one. Those decisions range from being buried in a casket or being cremated, and what type of funeral services they should get. Also, are they aware of the differences between above-ground burials and the traditional in-ground burial?… View Article

The casket selection at the Gardens of Boca Raton

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November 24, 2016

What is Embalming?

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Embalming While embalming isn’t required in every country, it happens to be something done as a benefit to loved ones, hoping to leave a good, final memory of their lost loved one. Many might be wondering, “What is embalming?” In short, the embalming process is a treatment that helps delay decomposition of the body of… View Article

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November 22, 2016

What is a Yizkor?

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What Is a Yizkor? Many religions have different traditions when it comes to honoring or memorializing the dead. If you’re not of the Jewish faith, you might wonder, “What is a Yizkor?” It’s actually a special prayer said to remember someone that has died. What Does Yizkor Mean? In Hebrew, the word “Yizkor” actually means… View Article

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November 16, 2016

Learning About Jewish Funeral Traditions

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Jewish Funeral Traditions There are several different denominations within Judaism, and most of them have different views concerning Jewish funeral traditions. Most of those different sects within the faith happen to believe that holiness is attained through following all the commandments and laws laid out in the Torah. The Torah, which is the first five… View Article

Niches at the Gardens of Boca Raton

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November 10, 2016

Storage Options for Cremations

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Storage Options for Cremations Cremated ashes are often stored in what we knew as cremation urns. However, a cremation urn can be stored in many places from your home to a Columbarium and other places. In fact, some people even choose to bury cremated remains or scatter the ashes, while some cultural traditions include turning… View Article