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Why do we have funerals? It seems so sad and uncomfortable. –Ella G.

Why do we have funerals? It seems so sad and uncomfortable. –Ella G.

by Renaissance Funeral Home | May 21, 2020 | Funeral Prep, News, PrePlan

We chose this question for our inaugural article because it is the one question most common among us. We could respond academically by talking about archaeological digs, old burial customs and pyramids.  But, this is a singularly human question with its roots solidly...
Funeral Home or Funeral Parlor?

Funeral Home or Funeral Parlor?

by Renaissance Funeral Home | May 21, 2020 | Funeral Prep, News, PrePlan

Up until the 1950′s funerals commonly took place in the living room or parlor of the family home. It still happens on occasion with the last memorable one being Jackie Onassis in 1994. As a 6 yr-old I remember helping my father pack the chairs, kneeler, register...
How Do We Consider All The Family Needs When Planning Mother’s Funeral?

How Do We Consider All The Family Needs When Planning Mother’s Funeral?

by Renaissance Funeral Home | May 21, 2020 | Funeral Prep, News

  This column by Carolyn Hax appeared in the Washington Post on March 5, 2010. Consider others’ needs in planning mother’s funeral Dear Carolyn: My mother has Stage 4 breast cancer and is near death. My family has begun to discuss funeral arrangements. Having...
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