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Burial Insurance: How to Find the Best Policy

You’ve come to the right place if you’re considering burial insurance. Deciding what policy to buy is not an easy decision. You need to do a little homework before you start shopping and we can help you with that. We’ll explain what burial insurance is, how it works, and how it differs from other life insurance […]

As I Lay Dying…Some Awful Relative Stole My Home!

Written By: Justin Nobel, Originally posted on Digital Dying Could an awful relative steal your home? It’s more common than you think. Here is an awful story I heard recently.

The self-penned obituary: Is this labor of love a trend or a movement?

Among my clearest childhood memories is my Dad turning to the obituary page when the afternoon paper hit the porch each day. Some days he would make a comment about a person who had passed, other times he would just scan the page and move on to the sports section. In our small Florida town, […]

Veteran Grave Markers

Veterans and their eligible dependents are provided with headstones and markers at no cost through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If the burial is in a national or state veteran’s cemetery or on a military post, the marker is ordered through the cemetery at the government’s expense. The cost to place the marker or […]

Group Affiliations — Tap into the Potential of Groups

At Funeralwise.com we're developing unique avenues to reach customers. Our services can enhance employee benefit programs, which means you can reach employees in corporations, government offices and other organizations. Through our affiliations with trade unions and associations your message travels to their members as well as members' families.

Famous Eulogies

U.S. Leaders President John F. Kennedy's Funeral Eulogy by Senator Jacob Javits at a Senate Memorial Service President Ronald Reagan's Eulogy presented by President Bush President Gerald R. Ford's Eulogy presented by Tom Brokaw Edward (Ted) Kennedy's Eulogy presented by President Obama

Choosing a Eulogy Theme

When putting together a eulogy, one of the most important things to consider is the kind of theme you are going to use. There are many ways to go about this, but there are three main types of themes to consider: biographical, personal, and specialized. Biographical Themes

How to Deliver a Light-hearted Eulogy

As somber as funerals can be, it is not necessary to avoid being light-hearted when giving a eulogy. As a matter of fact, light-hearted moments can bring healing to you and other family and friends in attendance. Sharing happy memories of the deceased can be very uplifting and they are entirely appropriate during the eulogy. Fond memories that bring smiles can relieve tension and be a welcomed reprieve from the great sadness of losing a loved one. Remember the line between light-heartedness and comedy.

New Survey Shows Most People Don’t Plan to Die

Chicago, IL, May 17, 2010 – How much do consumers really know about funeral planning? According to Funeralwise.com, not enough. That’s the conclusion suggested by a fascinating new study released this week that shows consumers are reluctant to pre-plan funerals or express their final wishes.

Pet Cremation and Burial

Just as there are local ordinances that dictate how a person’s death is handled, there are laws regarding how to proceed after a pet dies. Whether you plan a funeral or memorial, one immediate practical issue to address is transporting your pet’s body from the home or veterinary hospital to the final resting place. Your veterinarian is a valuable resource for information on laws and costs pertaining to the options in your area. Burial of a Pet