Valley of Life | Online Memorial Blog

During our moments of deepest grief, we are often surprised by the number of friends, family and acquaintances that lend their help, thoughts and prayers to us in an effort to sooth our bereavement and comfort our hearts.  Sympathy baskets, memorial flower arrangements and thoughtful cards and letters all expressing deepest condolences help the mourning remember that they are not alone in their grief and that they can find solace in others. 

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Once a casket is buried or the cremated remains are interned in the ground or in a mausoleum, it is traditional to have a grave marker or headstone decorate the area in memoriam for the deceased.  Plaques, monuments, markers and headstones are all common memorials placed in honor of the loved one. 

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The environment’s health continues to be a big priority in the lives of people all over the world.  Even when making funeral decisions, families are taking the environmental impact into consideration.  There are a growing number of funeral supply companies and funeral homes that are offering natural alternatives for people wishing to honor their loved one in a earth-friendly way.  Urns, caskets, even memorial keepsakes and funeral service stationary can all be found made of materials that are friendly to the environment.

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A new book, “Rest in Peace: Insiders Tips to the Low Cost Less Stress Funeral” is aimed at helping families save money and stress when planning a funeral or memorial service.  The author, R. Brian Burkhardt, is funeral director in the State of Illinois and Virginia who aims his work at helping both those that decide to pre-plan their fuenral service as well as those that confront the task suddenly.

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Monday is our Nation’s Memorial Day - a time for all of America to reflect on the sacrifices made by men and women through numerous generations to make our country safe and strong.  Countless soldiers have been honored with military burials in their home towns or at a national cemetery. On Memorial Day, these families again have the opportunity to reflect on the life they lost and the honor that individual received by the nation.

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