Inter-city Transportation of Human Remains In many cases a loved one's body is initially transferred from the place of death to a local funeral home (i.e., the "first call" funeral home) and then subsequently transported to another city for funeral ceremonies and/or burial. If this is your situation, you'll need two funeral homes - one locally to handle the first call, and a second one in the final destination city.
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Donation Etiquette When Someone Passes: What to Give and How
Key Takeaways When a Donation Is Requested When an obituary or program says “in lieu of flowers,” the family invites guests to contribute what they might have spent on flowers to a cause instead. Honoring that request is not required, but it is a respectful default. A modest flower arrangement is still acceptable, especially from […]
How to Request Donations In Lieu of Flowers
Key Takeaways Why Families Choose Giving Over Flowers Flowers have been the default response to loss for generations, but they fade within a week. A growing number of families are asking for a gift to a cause their loved one cared about. This might be the hospital that treated them, a shelter where they volunteered, […]
How to Set Up a Memorial Giving Page: A Step-by-Step Checklist
Setting up a memorial giving page doesn't have to be complicated — most families can have one live in under 20 minutes. The one decision worth making first: is the money going to a charity, or straight to the family? That single choice shapes which platform makes sense and how the gifts are treated at tax time. From there, it's just a short story, a photo, and a link — one that belongs right in the obituary, so anyone reading it can give without having to search for it.
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We Built a Tool to Help You Write an Obituary
…because you shouldn’t have to start with a blank page. Writing an obituary is one of the hardest things to do at one of the hardest times in life. You’re grieving. You’re managing arrangements, fielding phone calls, making decisions you never wanted to make. Somewhere in the middle of it all, someone needs to capture […]
What is the After Me Planner and Organizer?
The After Me Planner and Organizer is a complete do-it-yourself end-of-life planning tool from Funeralwise. It combines easy-to-use online planning software with a physical organizer system to help you gather, document, and store your final wishes, vital documents, funeral preferences, personal information, financial details, and legacy messages—all in one secure, centralized place.The online planner starts […]
Why should I plan my end-of-life wishes in advance?
Planning ahead provides peace of mind for you and enormous relief for your family. Without a plan, loved ones often face emotional decisions, guesswork about your preferences, and logistical challenges during a difficult time. By documenting your funeral choices (burial vs. cremation, service type, music, readings), vital info (accounts, passwords, contacts), and personal messages, you […]
How do I get started with the After Me Planner and Organizer?
Getting started with the After Me Planner and Organizer is easy. If you haven’t purchased your After Me Planner and Organizer yet, click here to buy with Amazon or Stripe. You’ll receive your kit in about a week. If you’ve already made your purchase, you should receive further instructions by email and text. If you […]
Your Guide to Preparing for End of Life is On the Way
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