Finding Meaning In Grief

Beverley Molander, Co-author of “Heartfelt Memorial Services: Your Guide for Planning Meaningful Funerals, Celebrations of Life and Times of Remembrance”, talks to us about finding meaning in grief, and healing after a loss.

Meadow Hill—Keepsakes That Tell Stories

Our artisans tell your stories by handcrafting custom fingerprint keepsakes right here in the USA.

Weep Not For Me

"Weep not for me though I have gone

Into that gentle night

Grieve if you will, but not for long

Upon my soul's sweet flight

Remember not my fight for breath

Remember not the strife

Please do not dwell upon my death

But celebrate my life."

- Author Unknown

What to Wear to a Funeral for Men

Have you been rummaging through your closet wondering what would be appropriate for the solemnity of the occasion? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered!

How To Write A Sympathy Card

Sympathy is a delicate matter and must be handled with sensitivity and restraint. Learn to write a card to the grieving conveys respect and extends loving support.

Step 1: Keep it short
Acknowledge the person's loss and express sympathy and condolences. Draw from personal experience, keep the card short, and write simple sentences.

Step 2: Avoid platitudes or advice
Avoid platitudes in the letter -- judgmental observations or religious commentary are not appropriate. Also, avoid suggesting what the person "should" feel.

Tip
Don't get into graphic depictions of the event or a recitation of your own reaction upon hearing the news.

Step 3: Offer to help
Make a heartfelt offer in the message to help in any way you can, but leave the details up to them.

Step 4: Be sincere, not intrusive
Resist the temptation to say "I know how you feel." Be sincere about your feelings without rambling.

Step 5: Use humor
Use humor, but be careful. Under certain circumstances, light humor can ease the pain, but be certain you're not misunderstood.

Step 6: Close with promised support
Close with an honest encouragement to heal, and reassurance of your continued love and support.

How To Make A Bracelet Using Funeral Flower Beads

Learn how to make a beautiful bracelet using Funeral Flower Beads.

How to Write a Funeral Thank You Card

This video contains a short summary of funeral thank you etiquette (i.e. who you should write a funeral thank you card to) as well as the structure of a funeral thank you card (i.e. what the card needs to include).

What To Wear To A Funeral For Women

Deciding what to wear to a funeral or a memorial service can be stressful and confusing. We’ve put together this simple video about what to wear to a funeral—or memorial service or a celebration of life—to take the stress out of choosing correct funeral attire.

Make A Memory Wreath | Memorial Keepsake

Learn how to make a memory wreath with photos, picture frames, and other in loving memory keepsakes. Create a memorial keepsake to treasure for years to come.

Buying Cemetery Headstones & Monuments

Watch expert advice on everything you need to know about purchasing (and maintaining) cemetery headstones, monuments, and grave markers.