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Pay Tribute to Your Departed Loved One with These Six Memorial Garden Ideas
When you’ve experienced the passing of a loved one, time can be a wonderful healer.
The pain of loss is eventually replaced with fond memories and recollections. A memorial garden is an inspiring...
Friday, February 4, 2022
Learn How FEMA Will Provide Financial Assistance for COVID-19 Related Funeral Expenses
Learn How FEMA Will Provide Financial Assistance for COVID-19 Related Funeral Expenses
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Do You Know Why Funerals are an Important Part of the Grieving Process?
Funeral services, memorial services, and celebrations of life are filled with significant rituals that are central to the grief process.
They are fundamental in a number of ways, from how we mourn...
Monday, January 24, 2022
Five Essential Keys to Coping with Grief in the Virtual Workplace
In our society, working has become part of who we are and how we define ourselves. Dealing with death is also part of being human, and that means work and loss often become intertwined.
If you are...
Friday, January 21, 2022
The Changing Face of Final Farewells: Five Funeral Trends to Watch in 2022
As we enter 2022, we are collectively hoping to step forward into productive, healthy, and joyful living.
Every profession has had to adapt to a new reality over these past two unprecedented year...
Saturday, January 8, 2022
Repurposing with Heart: Five Creative Uses for Family Heirlooms
Collected treasures, trinkets, china and silverware, antique furnishings–these things are usually not very appealing to those in their 20s and 30s.
Today’s “less is more” lifestyle often means tha...
Friday, December 17, 2021
Show Your Support for the Bereaved with these Thoughtful Care Package Ideas
Sometimes, the smallest things can make the biggest difference. As someone embarks on their journey of grief, receiving a sympathy care package can mean a great deal.
It does not have to be large ...
Sunday, December 12, 2021
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Wondering What to Bring to a Memorial Service? Consider These Heartfelt Items
When words fall short, what you bring to a memorial service can speak volumes.
When we gather to honor the life of a loved one, our presence is the most important gift we can offer. Still, many pe...
Repast vs. Reception: Essential Differences Every Event Planner Should Know
When planning a memorial event, knowing the difference between a repast vs. reception helps set the right tone for gathering and reflection.
Amid loss, spending time with loved ones after the fune...
Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services Announces Joint Venture with Escamillio D. Jones Funeral Home
PHILADELPHIA, PA, June 13, 2025 — Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services, a dedicated provider of funeral and cremation services in the Philadelphia area for the past decade, is proud to announce its ...
Men's Health Month: Surprising Secrets for Better Health at Any Age
Men’s Health Month is the perfect time to focus on something that often gets pushed to the back burner: overall well-being.
Whether you're 25 or 85, there’s always something you can do to feel bet...
Planning a Repast: Eight Tips for a Meaningful Post-Funeral Gathering
Planning a repast is a heartfelt way to blend comfort, connection, and remembrance.
After a funeral or memorial service, people often look for opportunities to connect and honor their loved one’s ...
Choosing a Burial Container? 7 Important Casket vs. Coffin Differences
If you’re unsure which burial container to choose, understanding casket vs. coffin differences is a helpful first step.
When you're planning a funeral, every decision is important. From the type o...
Mental Health Awareness Month Guide: 7 Ways to Show You Care
Mental Health Awareness Month opens the door to compassion, connection, and conversations that make a difference.
We hear a lot about how to stay physically healthy—eat well, exercise, get e...