Determining how to communicate with someone when a death has occurred may leave you perplexed. When someone you know experiences a loss, one way to show your support and care is by sending a condolence or sympathy card. However, it can be challenging to find...
One of the most important considerations when choosing a funeral home is proximity to the cemetery. A funeral home near the cemetery allows for greater convenience in transporting the body, removes stress and anxiety associated with a long procession to the cemetery, and holds additional...
When Hanukkah is on the horizon, we think about all the good times and great traditions that come with it. The last thing on our minds is funerals and what would happen should a death occur during this joyous holiday. But we can experience death...
There is no ideal time for a funeral, but some seasons are more conducive to assembling at a cemetery for burial than others. When the colder temperatures arrive, and a funeral has to be scheduled, many people ask, “How are funerals in the winter handled?”...
It can be puzzling when we encounter a religious tradition that is dissimilar from our own. Additionally, when it comes to rituals surrounding death, it can make us even more curious. It is safe to say that many Jewish people and funeral directors have been asked,...
In a previous blog post, we discussed how planning your funeral can help you communicate your final wishes and feel more at peace. But how will pre-planning your funeral help your family? Your loved ones may struggle to move forward after you’re gone, and having a plan in...
Knowing what to say to a grieving individual can be tricky. Of course, you know that this person is in pain and unsure of how they will move forward after the funeral and mourning rituals. But what can be said to ease the pain and...