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How Do You Say Good-Bye?
When someone very close to you, passes away, saying goodbye isn’t easy. It can be tough to come to terms with your loss and move on. At Willowbrook Cemetery, we know that healing takes time and the...
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Monday, May 31, 2021
Easy Ways to Personalize a Funeral Service on a Budget
Depending on the services you opt for, you may find that organizing a funeral can be expensive. Even when you are working on a modest budget, you would still want the service to be unique and speci...
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Friday, May 14, 2021
5 Common Misconceptions about Pre-Planning Your Funeral
Although talking about dying isn’t easy, the emotional benefits of planning your funeral outweigh any discomfort you might experience.
Common Misconceptions About Preplanning
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Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Celebration Of Life Vs. Funerals
Many funeral services have a distinct theme. The service contains standard eulogies, choral music, and prayers and follows a set structure. The primary goal of a funeral service is to provide conso...
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Thursday, April 15, 2021
Top Reasons To Pre-Plan Before You Need It
Death is unavoidable. Despite this, we hardly speak about it or debate what it means. However, more people today are keen on pre-planning their funerals.
You should consult with the funeral d...
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Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Building a Bucket List
A lot of people consider developing a bucket list. This list covers the different things you'd want to do, the hopes you want to pursue, and the milestones you want to achieve before...
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Monday, March 15, 2021
Creating New Family Traditions After Loss
Losing a loved one is never easy and every family must come up with their own ways to cope. At Willowbrook Cemetery, we encourage grieving individuals to come up with new family traditions after a ...
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Sunday, February 28, 2021
Previous Posts
What Happens if a Body is Not Embalmed?
Embalming is a practice deeply rooted in the funeral industry, often seen as a standard procedure for preparing a body for viewing or burial. However, it raises questions and concerns for many peop...
5 Things to Do with Your Loved One's Ashes
Losing a loved one is an incredibly challenging experience, and finding meaningful ways to honor their memory can provide comfort and a sense of closure. For those who have chosen cremation, there ...
Tips for Explaining the Concept of Death to Children
Talking to children about death can be one of the most challenging conversations a parent or guardian can face. It's a sensitive subject that requires careful thought and consideration, but it's al...
Is It Important to Have a Public Viewing?
When faced with the loss of a loved one, the decisions around funeral arrangements can be overwhelming. Among these decisions is whether to hold a public viewing. This practice, where the body of t...
Navigating Your Rights: Funeral Home Choices in Privately Owned Cemeteries
Making decisions about funeral arrangements can be a daunting process, especially during a time of grief. For those who have taken the thoughtful step of pre-planning by purchasing a cemetery plot ...
The Vital Conversation We Often Shy Away From: End-of-Life Discussions
Death is a certainty of life, yet the conversation around it remains one of the most neglected, with families often unprepared for the eventuality. However, this shift towards open communication is...
What Are Prepaid Cremation Services?
Planning for the inevitable end of life is an overwhelming responsibility most of us would rather avoid. At Willowbrook Cemetery, many people ask us - What are prepaid cremation services?
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