Batchelor Brothers News & Events

When it Comes to Facing Mortality, It's Best to Accept

Our views of mortality, our end-of-life preferences, and the way we grieve when we lose a loved one are deeply influenced by our beliefs and experiences. Although loss and death affects everyone,...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Monday, April 26, 2021

Seven Imaginative Ideas for Your Loved One’s Celebration of Life

Are you considering hosting a celebration of life for a departed loved one? Unlike a funeral or memorial service, these events focus on joyful remembrance rather than grief. You can hold a celebr...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Thursday, April 15, 2021

How to Choose Photos that Celebrate Your Loved One’s Life

When a loved one passes away, surviving friends and family members are left with precious memories. Photographs and other mementos take on special significance. Whether you are writing an obituar...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Thursday, April 15, 2021

FEMA Announces COVID-19 Funeral Assistance

FEMA will begin accepting applications for Funeral Assistance on Monday, April 12, 2021 through a dedicated call center. Please see the call line information below: 844-684-6333 | TTY: 800-462-758...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Monday, April 12, 2021

Upcoming Webinar: Managing Change & Grief - April 14

We hope you will join us! Recognizing that professional counseling can be an important part of the grieving and healing process, we have invited Leslie Holley, MA, LCPC, NCC, and certified counsel...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Friday, April 2, 2021

5 Reasons Why a Will Can Protect Your Family

When you wrote your will, you likely created it based on what your life was like at the time. But like many things, changes in life circumstances are inevitable. Therefore, it is always a good ide...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Thursday, March 25, 2021

Retain Your Independence with these Helpful Senior Lifestyle Tips

Aging is different now than it was for previous generations. More people are living longer than at any other time in history. To support that longevity, there are a growing number of helpful reso...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Saturday, March 20, 2021

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Planning a Repast: Eight Tips for a Meaningful Post-Funeral Gathering

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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

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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...