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Article: How to Plan a Funeral

How to Plan a Funeral

How to Plan a Funeral

A few weeks ago I talked about the benefits of planning your own funeral. Even though it may be difficult to think about, it may be even harder for your family to carry this burden on their own. What a wonderful gift to give to your loved ones. Now I would like to give you some great resources on how to plan a funeral.

Planning Ahead

In Passare’s How-to Plan Your Funeral Guide you will be presented with some decisions to consider such as:

  • Ceremony or Service Options
  • Personalization Options
  • Choosing a Final Resting Place
  • How to Finance Your Funeral Plan

Choosing a Final Resting Place

One of the most important parts of planning your funeral is choosing a final resting place. This involves deciding if you want to be buried in a casket or cremated. If you do decide on cremation, where would you like your ashes to be placed?

I have created a beautiful line of natural wood turned urns. Each cremation urn featured in the Steve Shannon Collection is a unique piece specially handcrafted by me; no two are exactly alike. Please take a look at our urns and contact us to learn more about our artisan pieces. I would be honored to learn more about what you want your final resting place to be.

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Wooden Urns are Beautiful Memorials for Pets and Owners

There is more and more interest in pet owners wanting to be buried with their beloved dog or cat. So much interest that the state of New York formally adopted regulations in July 2014 allowing pet ...

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Butterfly Release – Creative Ideas to Celebrate Life!

Butterfly Release – Creative Ideas to Celebrate Life!

A butterfly release is a classic symbol of new life. You can contact your local funeral home or pet cemetery to see if they hold an annual event like this one. Or include the butterfly release in t...

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