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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

The Quick Guide to Headstone Etiquette: Seven Little-Known Facts and Important Rules

There are many misunderstandings about headstones and the rules surrounding them. Please read on for seven important considerations that will help you design the perfect monument and epitaph to h...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Writing a Headstone Inscription? Follow These Seven Tips to Get it Right

Choosing a headstone and inscription is a weighty responsibility and should not be taken lightly. The choices you make now will live on for eternity in tribute to the departed so it’s best to go a...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Friday, August 6, 2021

How to Write the Perfect Sympathy Message: Six Tips for Success

Condolence messages can be challenging to compose and deliver. Losing a loved one is a deeply personal event and everyone deals with their emotions differently, making it difficult to know what to...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, July 25, 2021

Funeral Procession Protocols Can Be Confusing: Do You Know the Rules?

Funeral processions come with many rules and restrictions. For those who are not familiar with the process, they can seem puzzling and complicated. Whether you are driving in a funeral procession ...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Tuesday, July 20, 2021

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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...

Spring into Wellness: Seasonal Tips for Renewal in Mind, Body, and Spirit

Ready for a reset? These seasonal tips for renewal can help you feel your best. There’s something about spring that feels like a fresh start. The sun shines longer, the air is more fragrant, and t...

8 Essential Steps: Your Funeral Pre-Planning Checklist

A thoughtful funeral pre-planning checklist helps ensure your wishes are honored and your family is supported. Advance funeral planning can bring peace and comfort to those you love. Instead of le...

What Does Repast Mean at a Funeral? A Complete Guide to Post-Funeral

Have you ever wondered, “What does repast mean at a funeral, and why does it matter?” After a funeral or memorial service, it’s common for family and friends to come together for a shared meal, kn...

It’s Time to Care, Learn and Speak Up: April is National Minority Health Month

National Minority Health Month reminds us that health care should be equal and accessible for all. Every April, we recognize National Minority Health Month (NMHM), a time to shine a light on the h...