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Deciding between burial or cremation is an incredibly personal decision, with many factors influencing your decision, like personal beliefs, faith, and cost. While many people don't like thinking about death, pre-planning is one of the greatest gifts you can give your...

Most people try to start the coming year by making resolutions to help them develop or improve themselves. Why not start with a new year's resolution to prepare for your family's future financial needs this time? It may not be a pleasant thought, but there are many...

Death. It's a part of life, but that doesn't make talking to your family about your funeral any less difficult. While it may seem like a taboo topic, funeral planning is one of the most thoughtful and loving things you can do for your family, ensuring they avoid...

Holidays are traditionally a period of celebration and joy. However, one might not feel this way while grieving over their loved one. It might create a sense of stress and frustration as the holidays get near and the thought of spending your first or even the...

Advance funeral planning is a term that you may have heard before, and you probably know what it means. However, there's a broader meaning to it which comprises a lot of elements. Advance funeral planning is contacting any of the funeral homes in your vicinity and...

Before the time comes, you should talk to your loved ones about their final wishes. Since death is always uncertain, it is better to talk about such things as soon as possible. But having a conversation about death with loved ones is harder than one may anticipate....

Even grownups struggle with dealing with the loss of a loved one. So, imagine how overwhelming it can be for children who might not even fully grasp the concept of death. Cremation, funeral homes, all these can seem very confusing to them. And often, as parents or...

We talk about almost everything with our loved ones. Whether it be about our career, weekend plans, or something as mundane as what we want for dinner. However, the arrangement of your funeral may be something you are hesitant to talk about. It's difficult to approach...

Attending a funeral ceremony can be a relief to someone you know who is grieving the loss of a loved one. Even if it's a small gesture, it might help you and the grieving family find solace to some extent. We, at Strouf Funeral Home, understand the importance of your...