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At some point when your children were growing up you probably sat them down for “the talk,” to explain where babies come from and what they can expect as their bodies change and develop. It may or may not have
Morticians, also known as funeral directors, are involved in every aspect of what happens to a person after death. Usually on call 24 hours a day, morticians respond to calls to retrieve bodies from their location, generally a hospital or
For many people, attending a funeral can be quite intimidating. You’re afraid you might say or do something inappropriate, and you’re not sure exactly what is expected—especially if you’re attending a funeral where the customs may be different than in
Whether you are pre-planning your own funeral (a very caring thing to do that can provide peace of mind for both you and your loved ones) or making plans after a loved one has passed, you’ll have many decisions to
While the vast majority of funeral directors are honest and ethical professionals, as with any industry there are a few who are not. How can you tell if an unscrupulous funeral director is attempting to take advantage of you during
Embalming is a way to preserve the human body after death so as to delay or slow down the natural decomposition process for a few weeks or so. Whether you are pre-planning your own funeral or making decisions after a
Your loved one just passed away. You’re the Executor of the Will, and the death means that you are also the Trustee of the Trust. Now what? Here’s what you need to know to get started. Things to do
Orange County and Los Angeles County Grief Support Resources When a person passes, their loved ones are often flooded with grief. It’s no surprise that coping with the bereavement process over time can be extremely challenging. Luckily, you do not
Suicide is very hard to understand and accept. While you are mourning your loved one’s passing you may also be experiencing very strong feelings and questions regarding the circumstances of their death. It can be extremely difficult to come to
After a loved one passes there are many practical, legal and financial issues to be addressed. One that often gets overlooked during the initial flurry of activity is what to do with the deceased’s social media accounts. If you have
Whether you are pre-planning your own funeral (a very caring thing to do that can provide peace of mind for both you and your loved ones) or making plans after a loved one has passed, you’ll have many decisions to
Many people make the mistake of thinking they don’t need to get their estate in order until they’re old…or sick…or become multi-millionaires. The reality is, the time to tackle estate planning is when you’re well. It is something that everyone
When someone that you care about is grieving the loss of a loved one, it can be difficult to know what to say. You want to be there for them, but you’re not sure how. The good news is, the
In our last article we presented some useful tips for how to start the end-of-life conversation with your parents. Given the fact that most people do not want to discuss their own death and funeral, this can be a very
At Olive Tree Mortuary we see it all the time…but wish we didn’t. A parent passes away, and in the midst of their grief their loved ones need to make important decisions about the burial or cremation and the funeral
Thirty years ago most mortuaries in the U.S. were independently-owned and operated by people who lived and worked in the communities that they served. Today most mortuaries have been purchased by large publicly-traded corporations. Even if they still operate under
Many veterans and their loved ones believe that funeral services are free for veterans. While the Veteran’s Administration does provide a wide variety of funeral-related services for free, there are still costs involved. Here’s what you need to know…
While it’s true that most people do not want to think about their own death, the reality is that pre-planning your own funeral while you are still healthy and well is really a good idea. Why? Because addressing this issue
Hospice is an end-of-life care option that focuses on comfort and quality of life.
Funeral directors are caregivers and administrators. They make the arrangements for the transportation of the deceased, complete all necessary paperwork, and implement the choices that your family has made regarding the funeral and final disposition of your loved one. A