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Writing Thank You Messages After the Funeral? Here are Seven Important Ways to Show Your Appreciation

When a loved one passes, no words can fully express our gratitude for the close friends and family members who lend their support during difficult times. Funeral thank you notes are one good way to...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Tuesday, October 26, 2021

The Legal Authority to Make Funeral Arrangements isn’t Always Easy to Determine

When a loved one passes on, disagreements may arise between family members about the disposition of the body and the funeral arrangements. These are delicate issues to face at a stressful time, so...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, October 17, 2021

What Does a Pallbearer Do? The Guidance You Need to Perform this Task Flawlessly

If you have been asked to be the pallbearer at a funeral, you have been bestowed with great honor. Serving as a pallbearer means that you will play an integral part in the upcoming funeral. You m...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Wednesday, September 29, 2021

The Essential Guide to Visiting a Terminally Ill Loved One

The idea of visiting a loved one who is about to pass on can stir up a variety of emotions. You know that your time with your beloved family member or friend is drawing to a close. However, being ...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Thursday, September 23, 2021

Five Proven Strategies for Choosing Meaningful Funeral Readings

Reciting funeral readings that have special significance is a loving way to remember the one who has passed on. It allows you to celebrate the things they enjoyed most in life while providing sola...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Friday, September 17, 2021

Downsizing Tips for Seniors: Eight Secrets to Simplify Your Life

Moving to a smaller home as a senior citizen is unlike other relocations. It requires far more planning and forethought than a move made in your twenties or thirties. Most likely, you now have an...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Saturday, August 28, 2021

Hosting a Repast after a Funeral? Follow These Tried and True Tips for a Memorable Event

Planning the homegoing celebration for a loved one involves many decisions. In addition to the funeral or memorial service, it is customary to host a reception or repast afterward. This gathering ...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Saturday, August 14, 2021

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