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Why are Flowers the Common Choice to Send for Funerals?

Throughout human history, flowers have always had symbolic meanings. Different flowers have different significance for various cultures, but most human civilizations over time have had a special re...
By David Tindall
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Friday, May 27, 2016

Cremation vs. Burial: How to Decide Which is Best?

End of life decisions are tough to make, especially if you're making them on behalf of a deceased loved one who didn’t leave any instructions regarding his or her wishes. One of the major decisions...
By David Tindall
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Monday, May 16, 2016

How Does a Celebration of Life Differ from a Funeral?

When deciding how to memorialize their loved ones, families often find that the choice of memorial event opens two options: celebrations of life and funerals. For those not experienced in the funer...
By David Tindall
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Wednesday, May 4, 2016

A Guide to the Benefits Available to Veterans

Veterans of the United States military are now eligible for a full range of benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). By gaining a complete understanding of the available benefits a...
By David Tindall
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Saturday, March 19, 2016

Tips for Explaining the Concept of Death to Children

Death is inevitable, but for many parents and guardians the idea of discussing this difficult and complex subject with young children can seem daunting. In many cases it is something that they atte...
By David Tindall
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Thursday, February 11, 2016

Tips for Dealing with Grief Around the Holidays and Special Occasions

Some of the most challenging times during the grieving process are holidays and special occasions, such as birthdays and anniversaries. Often, when you’ve lost someone that you love, these special ...
By David Tindall
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Thursday, January 28, 2016

5 Funeral Etiquette Tips You Need To Know

If you’ve decided to attend someone’s funeral how do you do so in a polite manner? The passing of a loved one doesn’t happen everyday not everyone knows how to properly behave at a funeral. Unfortu...
By David Tindall
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Thursday, December 17, 2015

Previous Posts

What To Do When Your Head Doesn't Know What Your Heart Feels

The death of someone we deeply love can send our minds and spirit into conflict. Though our hearts are in mourning, our head seeks to make sense of this jarring new reality. Rational thought tells...

Does A Funeral Service Have To Be Held In A Funeral Home Or Church?

Traditionally, funeral services have been held in funeral homes or churches, providing a formal setting for family and friends to pay their respects to the deceased and offer support to grieving lo...

What To Do When Your Head Doesn't Know What Your Heart Feels

The death of someone we deeply love can send our minds and spirit into conflict. Though our heartaches in mourning, our head seeks to make sense of this jarring new reality. Rational thought tells...

Life Choices To Put On Hold While Grieving

Grieving the loss of a loved one is an emotionally challenging experience that can profoundly impact various facets of life. During this period, it's common to reassess priorities and recognize lif...

Why Are Burial Vaults Required In Cemeteries?

Burial vaults, often called outer burial containers or grave liners, are a common requirement in many cemeteries. Their presence may seem like an unnecessary expense to some, and they wonder- Why A...

How Long It Takes To Receive The Ashes After Cremation

The passing of a loved one is a difficult time, and arrangements following their departure involve various procedures, including cremation. We at Tindall Funeral Home have seen that once a person h...

How to Cope When a Loved One is Diagnosed with a Terminal Illness

Knowing how to cope when a loved one is diagnosed with a terminal illness is emotionally challenging and distressing for the family. At Tindall Funeral Home, we know that coping with such news requ...