Experiencing Loss During the Holiday Season
While the holiday season is a time for joy, some families might be celebrating this holiday season while enduring the loss of a loved one.
Read more »While the holiday season is a time for joy, some families might be celebrating this holiday season while enduring the loss of a loved one.
Read more »Learn how to help someone who has lost a loved one during the holidays. You can make a huge difference in someone’s life by being a positive influence.
Read more »Neptune Society knows that the holidays can be difficult for those who have lost a loved one. Here are a few tips to make it easier to cope with holiday grief.
Read more »Veterans and their families remember the events that took place at Pearl Harbor that killed thousands of soldiers and civilians.
Read more »Atheism is America’s fastest growing “religion.” Learn more about atheism and its impact on cremation and funeral planning from Neptune Society.
Read more »The cremation process can seem complicated, so Neptune Society has provided a step-by-step guide to clarify how a cremation plan is fulfilled.
Read more »The cremation industry uses the phrases, “at-need cremation” and “pre-need cremation” a lot – learn what they mean here.
Read more »Which cremation keepsake is best for my loved one? Learn more about your cremation memorialization options with Neptune Society.
Read more »Whether you are preplanning a cremation for yourself or arranging a cremation for a loved one who has already passed away, you may hear the term “cash advance item” used in your planning. Most consumers don’t know what cash advance items are in this context, nor do they understand why they are important. What are
Read more »“Planning is bringing the future into the present so that we can do something about it now,” is a quote by author Alan Lakein. Most of the things that we overpay for have something to do with things that happened unexpectedly. Things like impulsive clothes shopping to funerals are not cheap, but there are plenty of
Read more »Published: January 21, 2022
Your parents are getting older. You know that, and you’ve come to terms with it (or at least you’re trying). And once they can no longer take care of themselves, your relationship with them drastically changes, and you are obligated to step in to take care of their affairs. Many people experience emotional trauma and
Published: January 10, 2022
Interment of ashes refers to cremated remains being buried in the ground or placed in a columbarium. A columbarium is a building specially designed to hold ashes. Interment is ideal for people who do not wish for their ashes to be scattered or displayed in the home. There are also religious reasons for ashes to
Published: December 6, 2021
In most cases, funerals take place just a few days after the death of a loved one occurs. But is this the proper funeral etiquette? Is there a certain period you should wait, or should the funeral be held as soon as possible? What determines the length of time between the death and a funeral,
Published: November 5, 2021
Virtual funerals have become increasingly common during the COVID-19 pandemic due to social distancing and restrictions on air travel. They are similar to traditional in-person funerals but are live-streamed on platforms such as Facebook, Skype, and Zoom. These platforms make it possible for anyone worldwide to view a funeral from their computer, smartphone, or tablet.