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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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Pictured: John T.
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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

1/1/0001 12:00:00 AM +00:00
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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Widowed before 40 and coping with the financial consequences

April 30, 2024
It was April 10, 2018, and Colin Brougham hadn’t sent his usual text to his wife that he was biking home.
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‘Water cremation’ is a new eco-friendly option offered by a Connecticut funeral home

April 30, 2024
Connecticut Aquamation, housed in the John F.
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Navigating the Final Chapter: A Guide to Choosing the Best Burial Insurance for Seniors

April 26, 2024
When it comes to planning for the future, one aspect that many seniors tend to overlook is burial insurance.
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Oakley’s proposed ‘conservation cemetery’ would be Utah’s first dedicated green burial site

April 26, 2024
Summit County Oakley’s proposed ‘conservation cemetery’ would be Utah’s first dedicated green burial site KPCW | By Connor Thomas Published April 25, 2024 at 4:08 PM MDT Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Listen • 3:26 Cheryl Fox / Summit Land Co...
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Montague Cemetery Commission dedicating town’s first green burial site

April 26, 2024
Montague Cemetery Commission dedicating town’s first green burial site Judith Lorei and Mary Kay Mattiace of the Montague Cemetery Commission at the new Highland Woods Natural Burial Ground at the rear of Highland Cemetery on Millers Falls Road.
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Penrose Funeral Home Scandal Hits Home; Sparks Bombardment of New Laws

April 26, 2024
Teller County Coroner Seeks Better Enforcement of Current Regulations Trevor Phipps The state of Colorado was struck last fall with horror, following the news that nearly 200 dead bodies were found improperly stored inside an office building in Penrose, ...
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When I lost my best friend, his favorite band helped me mourn

April 26, 2024
Dave’s death left a hole in me, but learning the songs of his favorite band became a way of mourning, writes Simón Rios.
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Northeast Ohio couple’s ashes stolen before reaching final resting place in California

April 25, 2024
Family and friends of a Northeast Ohio couple are devastated after their ashes were stolen before making it to their final resting place in California CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio (WJW) – They spent their lives as one for more than 20 years, and their wish was to...
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The Grief of Grieving

April 25, 2024
And could you keep your heart in wonder at the daily miracles of your life, your pain would not seem less wondrous than your joy; And you would accept the seasons of your heart, even as you have always accepted the seasons that pass over your fields.
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How U2's 'Iris' helped me overcome deep personal grief

April 25, 2024
U2's 'Iris (Hold Me Close)' helped me grieve my grandmother's death Eight years ago, I lost my grandmother.
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