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A St. Louis content creator navigates grief in ‘Let’s Not Rot’ series

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Kait Granger started documenting her grief on TikTok through her series, “Let’s Not Rot,” because she needed to make purpose out of her mother’s murder.
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Choice or dignity? Human composting bill passes House over 'creepy' and 'callous' claims

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PROVIDENCE − After a half hour debate about the "creepy" prospect of allowing people to have their bodies composted, instead of cremated or buried, the Rhode Island House of Representatives approved the practice Tuesday, but the bill still needs to go to t...
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Navigating the Path: A Guide to Funeral Planning and Pre-Paid Funerals

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Facing the inevitability of death can be daunting, yet planning for your final wishes can offer peace of mind and alleviate burdens for your loved ones during a difficult time.
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The obituary: history and evolution of the final farewell

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The National Center for Health Statistics, a division of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, revealed in 2022 nearly 3.3 million people passed away.
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New Jersey bill allowing standalone crematories could benefit Hindu funeral rituals

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(RNS) - At the funeral of Nikunj Trivedi’s uncle a few years ago, the hourslong Hindu funeral rites at a cremation site in New Jersey were compressed to fit a time limit.
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Hall Funeral Homes and Cremation Services recognized for customer service

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Johnson Consulting Group (JCG) has officially released their 2024 Performance Tracker X Customer Service Trends & Insight Reporting.
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On Language: Grief, lilacs and an indomitable spirit

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The lovely purple lilacs have been in full bloom hereabouts.
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Williams honored for 64 years of service as Funeral Director

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Human composting in RI? Bill once thought long dead brought back to life

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PROVIDENCE In 2026, will you be able to choose organic natural reduction in Rhode Island, also known as human composting, for what happens to your body after you die?
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Philly monument maker's foundation assists grieving families with headstones

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A Philadelphia memorial headstone company looks to make a difference, particularly for grieving parents in the city.
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The obituary: the final farewell

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The National Center for Health Statistics, a division of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, revealed in 2022 nearly 3.3 million people passed away.
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Mother advocates for green burials as interest rises

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Planning a funeral for yourself or a loved one can be an uncomfortable experience.
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Ask Amy: Grief-stricken reader gives an update

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She had felt abandoned by a friend during a time of need By Amy Dickinson Dear Readers: As I have announced previously, I am leaving this space.
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Mangonia Park firm is first in Florida to offer water cremation as alternative to ashes

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It is not a service pitched easily in a television commercial or on a highway billboard, but Steve Pomerantz wants to get the word out.
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What not to do after losing a spouse or partner: A financial checklist

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Taking the vow “until death do us part” ushers in a life filled with love and joy.
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Natural burials? What does that mean and what do New Mexicans think about it?

May 02, 2024
A survey from Choice Mutual explored the most popular burial alternatives in each state.
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Knowing whom to trust in the funeral home industry

May 02, 2024
Continuing news coverage of the crimes committed by funeral home operators in Colorado is bringing important attention to the funeral industry and raising the public’s awareness of the lenient regulations that exist here.
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Colorado House passes bill to license funeral workers

May 02, 2024
(COLORADO) - According to the Colorado General Assembly, the House passed legislation on Wednesday, May 1, to require funeral industry workers to be licensed, bringing Colorado in line with all 49 other states that already require education, certification,...
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The Final Act: How the State Handles Your Death

May 02, 2024
When we’re gone, our estate becomes the center of attention for our loved ones, as well as the legal and bureaucratic systems in place.
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For immigrant workers who die in US, a body’s journey home is one last struggle

May 02, 2024
For immigrant families, the costly, complex process of sending their bodies to the countries where they were born is worth it Nearly two decades after Maynor Suazo Sandoval left Honduras seeking American prosperity, he will finally make the long-awaited t...
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Compelling Reasons to Choose Environmentally Friendly Green Burial Options

May 01, 2024
Health Compelling Reasons to Choose Environmentally Friendly Green Burial Options Abdus Subhan1 hour ago0 3 minutes read Green Burial An increasing number of people think about the long-term effects of their lifestyle decisions-even after they pass awa...
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The cost of dying is going up, leaving some Florida families scrambling

May 01, 2024
Sudden expenses can make it difficult for people to honor their loved ones.
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5 tips from Tampa Bay funeral directors on how to plan for death

May 01, 2024
Experts in the “death care” industry say it’s important to have conversations with your loved ones about how they’d like to be honored, long before the day arrives.
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Sit Down With Success: A Conversation With Karen And David Smith Of Royal Funeral Home

May 01, 2024
Sit Down With Success: A Conversation with Karen and David Smith of Royal Funeral HomeMay 1, 2024/in Featured, Lead, Sit Down With Success, Small Business, Success/by Heather Price For over a century, Royal Funeral Home has been a pillar of support for gri...
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What Is a Grief Support Group?

April 30, 2024
That might seem like a strange question, but is it really?
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