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Redefining Influence in Funeral Service
Read more: Redefining Influence in Funeral ServiceThere was a time when being a funeral director carried a quiet reverence. We served as stewards of grief and guardians of legacy. Now, when asked what we do, we hesitate—not out of shame, but because public perception is changing, and not always for the better. What troubles us most is seeing social media posts…
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Celebrating National Book Month: Why ‘Let’s Call Her Barbie’ Matters
Read more: Celebrating National Book Month: Why ‘Let’s Call Her Barbie’ MattersIn August, I wrote a National Book Lovers Day post for my personal website about a favorite new book—’Let’s Call Her Barbie’. So, when American Funeral Director magazine asked me to share a top new book for National Book Month, my answer was easy. Barbie was more than a doll; she was, and remains, a…
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Choosing Meaningful Outfits for Funerals
Read more: Choosing Meaningful Outfits for Funerals“My mother’s signature color was emerald green. She said it both honored her Irish heritage and made her feel like royalty,” the daughter of the deceased told me a few days ago. At the arrangement conference, when she handed me a silk wrap dress –one of her mother’s favorites–in that color, I knew exactly what…
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Famous Retail Founders Buried in NYC Cemeteries
Read more: Famous Retail Founders Buried in NYC CemeteriesThere’s a reason why New York City is one of the world’s shopping capitals – so many of America’s best-known shopping destinations got their start there. Stores like Bloomingdale’s, Tiffany’s, and F.A.O. Schwarz are all synonymous with high-end shopping, and the final resting places of their founders can be found in some of the city’s…
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Demystifying Death
Read more: Demystifying DeathIn recent years, there’s been a troubling trend where some new –and some not so new– to funeral service industry seem to be turning the somber responsibilities of their profession into a spectacle for entertainment and social media clicks. It’s baffling to see how the serious nature of death and mourning can be reduced to…
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Memorable Gala Dinner Celebrates Richard J. Moylan’s Legacy
Read more: Memorable Gala Dinner Celebrates Richard J. Moylan’s LegacyThe gala dinner we attended at Green-Wood Cemetery on Wednesday night was a truly memorable event that celebrated the exceptional tenure of outgoing president Richard J. Moylan. As attendees arrived at 6:00 P.M. for the opening cocktail hour, they greeted one another amidst the beautiful surroundings. The atmosphere was alive with a sense of both…
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How Funeral Service Helped Shape a Writer’s Voice
Read more: How Funeral Service Helped Shape a Writer’s VoiceI recently had the opportunity to speak with Tony Russo, the esteemed editor of Kates-Boylston’s Funeral Service Insider, about blending my career as a funeral director with my passion for writing. During our conversation, we explored how the unique experiences I encounter in funeral service provide so much insightful material for storytelling, offering a deeper…
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Understanding Green Burials: Myths and Real Costs
Read more: Understanding Green Burials: Myths and Real CostsColleagues of ours, with years of experience in the funeral industry, were recently approached for their first green burial request. When they received the inquiry, the first question posed was somewhat surprising – Can you handle such a request? The assumption here was that a green burial might be outside the realm of traditional funeral…
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Repackaging Funeral Traditions with Trendy Alternatives
Read more: Repackaging Funeral Traditions with Trendy AlternativesThese days, traditional media and social media are filled with accounts of funeral trends, one more outlandish than the next. You can turn your loved one’s cremated remains into a diamond ring or a painting, shoot them into space, or incorporate a portion of the cremains into ink for a tattoo. Instead of a burial,…
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Exploring Friendship and Careers: An Interview with StoryCorps
Read more: Exploring Friendship and Careers: An Interview with StoryCorpsOur interview with StoryCorps launched today and is also being aired on NPR. It was truly enjoyable to share stories, reminisce about our careers, and discuss our friendship with listeners. These moments of reflection not only highlight our personal journeys but also underscore the importance of the connection we’ve built over the years. During the…
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