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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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Rotting bodies and fake ashes spur Colorado lawmakers to pass funeral home regulations

May 07, 2024
DENVER (AP) - Colorado lawmakers passed a bill Monday to overhaul the state’s lax funeral home oversight, joining a second measure aimed at regulating the industry that passed last week.
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‘My baby died but I was sacked for grieving because I’m a man’

May 06, 2024
Stepping inside Laura Hicklin and Dale Barker’s home, there are clear signs a part of them is missing, with their devastating loss evident through framed photographs of their baby boy.Adorning the walls and mantlepiece, photographs show little Toby hooked ...
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Experience and Empathy Ensures Superior Service to Families of the Fallen

May 06, 2024
One small moment is all it takes to make an impact on the lives of families who have experienced a loss.
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Anderson Cooper: Grief is an ‘extraordinary bond’ we all share

May 06, 2024
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When you go, are you going green?

May 03, 2024
In a head-turning move at the Idaho state legislature this session, the topic of human composting came up from Representative Heather Scott, who mentioned it when speaking in support of a bill against cannibalism.
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The Precious One’s Mausoleum honors unborn children and offers comfort to grieving families

May 03, 2024
Amidst the gentle breeze of a cool April afternoon, Bishop Erik Pohlmeier stood alongside families and donors, their hearts united in purpose at San Lorenzo Catholic Cemetery in St.
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After arrest of Jacksonville funeral director, DeSantis signs bill giving state more power to investigate funeral homes

May 03, 2024
Elliott Maurice Graham is accused of abandoning the mortuary with bodies inside and stealing money meant for funerals JACKSONVILLE, Fla.
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Opinion: What a quail taught me about grief by joining a flock of turkeys

May 03, 2024
Nearly seven years after my mother's death, watching an abandoned bird find a new family in my Oregon neighborhood reminded me there's courage in moving forward.
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For Grieving People, Birds Can Bring Hope

May 03, 2024
In her new book, author Courtney Ellis shares how observing birds can help people feel less alone during a season of grief For Grieving People, Birds Can Bring Hope In her new book, author Courtney Ellis shares how observing birds and their characteristic...
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How much does it cost to die? Cremation, burial plots, caskets, urns, headstones & more

May 02, 2024
Fast facts: The costs associated with passing on can vary wildly depending on how someone prefers their death to be handled by loved ones.
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