Search Results for: Funeral Planning (234 Found)

What To Do When Someone Dies Here you can learn what to do if a friend or loved one has just died or if death is expected sometime soon. The following guides will take you through the steps of arranging a funeral from making the first call when someone dies to the various arrangements to be made following the funeral.

As in other Christian faiths, funeral services are held in a church or funeral home. Guests may sit where they choose and are not expected to view the body. A priest leads the service and sometimes includes a Bible lesson as part of the program.

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.

I bring a background in research, writing, and strategic communication to my work at Funeralwise, where I have helped create educational content about funeral planning and end-of-life decisions since 2010. With an English degree, an MBA, and years of experience in data analysis, marketing strategy, and consumer-focused writing, I specialize in turning complex information into […]

I have spent my entire career (over 40 years and counting) in the “death care” industry. As a co-founder of Funeralwise, I provide Board-level direction to the company. My day job is being the President and Owner of ACMC (American Cemetery/Mortuary Consultants, Inc.). At ACMC we provide consulting, valuation, and brokerage services to cemeteries and […]

July 2025 AFTER ME ORGANIZER IS NOW AVAILABLE We are pleased to announce a welcome addition to our funeral-planning products: The After Me Organizer! After Me is designed to help you plan for a life of peace of mind. You can easily organize your documents and final wishes, ease the burden on your loved ones, […]

IN BRIEF: WHAT’S IN THIS ARTICLE? After Me Mobile is a funeral planning app that helps you organize end-of-life wishes, save important information, and share your plan securely. The After Me Planner makes end-of-life planning simple. Designed for individuals and families, this free mobile app helps you organize your funeral wishes, personal details, and important […]