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Why Families Are Choosing Cremation“Meaning is found in the choices we make in life and loss.” They would want something simple We often hear from families that their loved one would have wanted something simple when planning a farewell. Many were considerate of others’ feelings and wouldn’t want to create extra burdens. Cremation provides a way to honor a loved one with as muchContinue Reading
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How Funeral Directors Care for Families Behind the Scenes“Service is often the kind that goes unseen. The quiet work done with care and devotion.” When families walk through our doors, one of the first people they will meet is a funeral director assigned to assist them. A lot of their daily tasks involve interpersonal relationships and strong communication skills. There is a lot that happens behind the scenes. FromContinue Reading
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What Our Families Say About Us“Gratitude has a way of echoing through every story shared, becoming the kind of lasting impression people can’t help but talk about.” At Greenlawn, we are deeply honored each time a family takes the time to share their experience with us. Their words remind us that compassion and care extend far beyond a single service; they become memories that shape howContinue Reading
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Celebrating Life & Illuminating Legacies“There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they are gone, the light remains.” What are memorial fireworks? Memorial fireworks are handcrafted firework shells that incorporate a small portion of cremated remains. The average amount needed for the creation process is around a couple of tablespoons. Families are often surprised to learn thatContinue Reading
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How the Changing of Seasons Impacts Grief“My mom and I would plant seeds in the garden every May. Now I tear up thinking about having to start without her. She died last fall.” “Annually, when the weather becomes warmer, my grandpa makes his famous BBQ chicken. Now that he’s gone, even the smell of a cookout makes me sad.” “My older sister loved when it snowed andContinue Reading
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Top Five Steps For When A Loved One DiesThis is not a goodbye, my darling. This is a thank you. Thank you for coming into my life and giving me joy. Thank you for loving me and receiving my love in return. Thank you for the memories I will cherish forever. Our Top Five Steps for When a Loved One Dies 1. Report the Death. If yourContinue Reading
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Tips to Think About When Attending a VisitationWe’ve talked to people in Springfield, Branson, and Bolivar who have a story like this one: “My elderly neighbor died last week, and I read in her online obituary that there’s a visitation, funeral, and reception this weekend. I cared about my neighbor and wanted to pay my respects, but I had never met her family and had no idea what to say to them.Continue Reading
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Fathers Day Thought Prompts“Any man can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a dad.” This year Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 11, and is a time to celebrate those in our lives who have been a father figure to each of us. For some people, a specific person or individual comes to mind, such as a father, grandfather, uncle,Continue Reading
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Visiting Your Loves One’s Final Resting Place“Love is like the wind, you can’t see it, but you can feel it.” While May can be filled with excitement for warmer weather and summer travels, it can be challenging for others. The pressure to visit our loved ones’ graves, purchase the perfect flower arrangements and decorations , and be reminded that our love for them has not changed. At Greenlawn Funeral Home , we are allContinue Reading
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What Should I Send? And Other Funeral Etiquette TipsWhen someone dies, knowing how to show your support can be difficult. Often the loved ones’ family is probably feeling shocked, sad, overwhelmed, angry – or any combination of emotions and inversely, you want to do something to help alieve their pain and stress. Trust us when we say that it is normal to feel unsure about what specifically to do,Continue Reading