One of the decisions that you may have to make once a loved one passes on is which epitaph will be inscribed on the tombstone of that person. This article discusses some questions that may help you to choose the best epitaph for your loved one. What Were His or Her Passions? Epitaphs can be taken from every sphere of life. This abundance of options may cause you to fail to make a decision about the most appropriate epitaph for the deceased.

Video memorials are a powerful way of remembering a deceased relative or friend at their funeral service, and many funeral directors now offer such a service. Here are some ideas on how a video could be used at your loved one's funeral. Use videos to record funeral guests' memories Funerals often see family members and friends gathering from far and wide, often for the first time in months or even years.

A memorial video is something that acts as a celebration of your loved one's life. It is a moving tribute that you can play at the funeral or the funeral home before the service. If you've taken responsibility for arranging a funeral for a loved one, you may feel that you have a mountain of work on your shoulders. There are so many things to think about; it can be hard to find a moment to reflect on the one you've lost and the grief you feel.

When a loved one passes away, there is a myriad of arrangements that need to be made. One of the most prudent arrangements is selecting an appropriate cemetery monument for them. What most people do not realize is that there is an array of options to choose from. Your decision would ultimately be based on how you would like to commemorate your loved one, your budget as well as the requirements of the cemetery you have chosen to lay your loved one to rest.

Coping with the death of loved one is emotionally difficult enough when the death is a natural one, but dealing with the aftermath of a suicide can be especially traumatic.  At such a painful time, your funeral director could help you with much more than just the funeral arrangements.  Read on to find out what additional support you could receive from your funeral director following the suicide of a loved one.