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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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Grieving camp helps kids who've lost loved ones to suicide

June 04, 2024
"There's nothing more difficult than getting outside of your house every day and putting on a smile to cover up your grief."
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Meyer Funeral Director of the Year

June 04, 2024
Joshua Meyer of Concordia, was recently honored by being named Kansas Funeral Director of the Year for 2024 at the 2023 KFDA Convention which was recently held April 28 through May 1, 2024, at the Hotel Topeka City Center in Topeka, Kansas.
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Mendicki named KFDA president

June 04, 2024
Marty Mendicki of Parsons was recently installed as president of the Kansas Funeral Directors Association (KFDA) at the 2024 KFDA Convention, which was held April 28 through May 1 at the Hotel Topeka at City Center in Topeka.
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Mourners can now speak to an AI version of the dead. But will that help with grief?

June 04, 2024
Several companies have emerged in the last few years to develop grief-related technology, where users can interact with an AI version of the deceased BERLIN (AP) - When Michael Bommer found out that he was terminally ill with colon cancer, he spent a lot ...
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Remains of soldier killed in Korean War return home to Rock Falls

May 31, 2024
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‘It is still troubling how many people are unclaimed:’ Coroner has ceremony to put remains of 47 people to rest

May 31, 2024
News ‘It is still troubling how many people are unclaimed:’ Coroner has ceremony to put remains of 47 people to rest Posted May 30, 2024 3:50 pm Susan Sarkauskas Follow @dh_ssarkauskas The ashes of 47 people were laid to a dignified rest Thursday morn...
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Letters to the Editor: Ignore faith-based opposition to human composting, the greenest burial option

May 31, 2024
The belief that our bodies will resurrect shouldn't hold states back from legalizing human composting as a burial option.
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Business Spotlight: Brainard Funeral Home and Cremation Center – Everest Chapel

May 31, 2024
Wausau Pilot & Review This week, we shine the spotlight on Brainard Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 5712 Memorial Court in Weston.
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Ask the Experts: The gifts of grief

May 30, 2024
By Frank Wilberding Grief hurts and there is no roadmap.
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North Jersey 'grieving camp' is a refuge for teens who've faced the ultimate loss

May 30, 2024
For three days, the Comfort Zone Camp in Warren County becomes a sanctuary where the pain of suicide is not only shared but understood HEALTHNorth Jersey 'grieving camp' is a refuge for teens who've faced the ultimate loss Gene MyersNorthJersey.com Tess W...
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