Friday, April 26, 2024

Leader Links: Funeral Profession Finding New Ways to Reach Consumers

From the “Death Positive” movement in Austin, TX, to the rare access to a funeral for a Brazilian tribe chief, the funeral industry reaches every part of the world, and here’s the roundup of the most recent links to keep you informed.

Basham Funeral Care Honors War Hero with Memorial Service

Basham Funeral Care, a Bakersfield CA funeral operation with four locations, was honored to conduct a memorial service for Corporal Hunter Lopez of Indio, CA.

CANA’s Cremation Symposium Returns

For many people, CANA’s 2020 Cremation Symposium would be the final in-person industry conference they attended for months.

The Whole World Was Watching: Long Island Firm Serves Family of Gabby Petito

Gabby Petito is a name everyone across the country — and the world — became familiar with after the 22-year-old disappeared during a cross-country van trip with her fiancé.

How Aesthetics and Perceived Value Impact Your Funeral Business

For years, funeral industry professionals and the general public alike have turned to cremation as a “cheap option” when it comes to disposition. However, we are beginning to see an expansion in how the deathcare industry is framing cremation for families.

8 Best Practices for Stress-Free Funeral Streaming

I wholeheartedly believe in the power of recording an online funeral service and making it accessible to families and loved ones, who are both present and virtual.

AFMAO Mortuary Specialists Honor America’s Fallen Heroes

America's fallen heroes are taken into the care of Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations, known as AFMAO, at Dover Air Force Base.

Life Forest® Burial Trees Earn Arboretum Accreditation

Life Forest® has been awarded a Level 01 Accreditation by The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program and The Morton Arboretum, for achieving particular standards of professional practices deemed important for arboreta and botanic gardens

How to Use Personalized Products to Enhance Your Funeral Aftercare Program

Many funeral homes are feeling the pinch of staff shortages following the pandemic. This makes prioritizing to-do lists while maintaining excellent service to families more important than ever.

Actionable Tips to Help Your Families Create Incredible Obituaries

There are no rules to memorializing a loved one, but here are some top, actionable tips that can help you continue to create incredible obituaries for your families.