Valley of Life | Online Memorial Blog

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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