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The art of memorial monuments

10 memorial headstones that are works of art, adorning historic graves across the U.S.

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10 beautiful country songs for funerals

These country music hits are among the most popular funeral songs

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No flowers – six alternative sympathy gifts

Ideas for thoughtful sympathy and condolence gifts to send the bereaved as an alternative to funeral flowers

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Read all about it: How online reviews are influencing our choices

Online reviews written by consumers have become major influencers on our spending and buying decisions in the U.S.

#News & Events

America’s bereaved families deserve support, says Facebook’s Sheryl Sandberg

Sheryl Sandberg has called on more U.S. employers to learn from Facebook’s bereavement policy

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Grave goods: Famous people who were buried with unusual keepsakes

Whisky, phones and cigars are among the objects buried in celebrity graves at their funeral ceremony

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Important rituals: How funerals help us grieve

A detailed look at why death rituals have always been an important part of the way people deal with grief

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Think before you post: Social media etiquette after bereavement

Expressing grief on Facebook or Twitter might be the new normal, but it helps to be mindful of others before hitting send

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Fit For A President-The History Of Embalming

A look at the practice of embalming, from its roots in ancient civilizations to modern day

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How to explain death to a child

Children are curious by nature, so how can you answer their questions and help them cope with death?

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Five things people going through bereavement wish you knew

What does it feel like to lose someone close? We take a look at what grieving people want you to know

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On the bucket list – Houston’s funeral museum

A tourist attraction that’s all about funerals? Houston’s family-friendly National Museum of Funeral History is a hidden gem

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Death around the world: Day of the Dead, Mexico

In a worldwide tour of mourning and memorial traditions, we take a look at the colorful festival of Dia de los Muertos

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All-American bucket list

10 amazing places to visit and things to do in the USA before you die

#End of Life Planning

Cell phones and funeral etiquette

Is it ever okay to use your cell at a funeral? We take a look at how new technology is changing the way we behave at funeral services

#Bereavement