Five Important Reasons to Have a Funeral Service

Five Important Reasons to Have a Funeral Service

Please consider the following benefits before making any final decisions regarding funeral and memorial services:   1). Experiencing the Ritual Taking part in a formal funeral ceremony often serves as an important rite of passage with both cultural and religious...
The Grieving Need You Most After the Funeral

The Grieving Need You Most After the Funeral

My father died suddenly while on vacation three years ago. The event rattled the bedrock of my life in ways that are difficult to describe, and taught me lessons I couldn’t have learned any other way.One of the truths I discovered, is that when you lose someone you...
Social Security Survivor’s Benefits

Social Security Survivor’s Benefits

When a loved one dies, there are certain things you need to know about survivor’s benefits. You should immediately contact the local Social Security Office and apply for survivor’s benefits because in some cases, benefits may not be retroactive.How much are the...
Cleaning Out a Loved One’s Home: Where to Donate Stuff

Cleaning Out a Loved One’s Home: Where to Donate Stuff

What do you do with a family member’s remaining things after their death? Once the important items and beloved keepsakes have been claimed by loved ones, there may still be a house full of stuff left over: furniture, books, and assorted miscellaneous household...
What do I do when a death occurs?

What do I do when a death occurs?

The funeral home will help coordinate arrangements with the cemetery.Bring the following information to complete the State vital statistic requirements:• Birth Date, Birthplace, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Social Security Number, Veteran’s Discharge or Claim Number,...