Back in the day, final farewells were pretty simple affairs. When someone passed, the family had a go-to funeral home that they trusted could – and would – take care of everything. Now? Not so easy.

Some people say that when they die, they don’t want to bother anyone by having a funeral. It may seem thoughtful not to burden to others. But funerals are important for many reasons. Funerals are as ...

Funeral planning is the process of making arrangements for end-of-life services and addressing legal requirements related to a person's passing. This process can involve choosing the type of funeral ...

Funerals are often one of life’s biggest — and last — expenses. Planning ahead can be uncomfortable, but it can save money and help ease the burden on your loved ones. Consumer Reports has practical ...

When we think about gifts we leave for our loved ones, we often consider financial security, cherished memories, or meaningful heirlooms. However, one of the most profound and compassionate gifts you ...

Six years ago, Kelly Avery and Kristin Harper, sisters from Birmingham, Ala., gathered their families by the sky-blue ocean waters of Destin, Fla., to memorialize their mother, Barbara Harper. They ...

Arranging your funeral now could save your family money and ensure you get the services you want. But think twice before paying ahead for your final fête. Many funeral homes encourage people to prepay ...

What does your business do? “We are a full-service funeral home. We can assist a family in any type of service from the very simplest to the most elaborate. We serve all faiths, all ethnic backgrounds ...