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Heels in the Embalming Room: Breaking Stereotypes in Deathcare
Read more: Heels in the Embalming Room: Breaking Stereotypes in DeathcareRecently, while taping a podcast, the host asked us how we dress as funeral directors and whether what we wear has ever been an issue for us. That got us to thinking. Sure, we wear a lot of black, but there are the heels. Most people don’t imagine stilettos in the embalming room, or expect…
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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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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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Understanding Poor Information Choices in State Associations
Read more: Understanding Poor Information Choices in State AssociationsThis week, an Ohio funeral director made the news for all the wrong reasons. He plans to obtain a liquor license so that he may serve mourners in the funeral home. He said he wants to be able to “provide guests with a livelier vibe if that’s the way they want to celebrate their loved…
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Dressing as a Female Funeral Director: Finding Style
Read more: Dressing as a Female Funeral Director: Finding StyleImages of colorful outfits, vibrant patterns, and trendy accessories come to mind when most people think of fashion. However, fashion tells a different story for those of us in funeral service. The attire of a female funeral director often revolves around black suits and white blouses, embodying both professionalism and respect for the families we…
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Why Funerals Matter
Read more: Why Funerals MatterLoss is a profound human experience that can never be fully comprehended until it is felt firsthand. Having navigated the turbulent waters of grief ourselves, we understand that funerals hold a unique significance in the lives of those left behind. They serve not merely as rituals or expenses but as important cultural and emotional events…
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My Favorite Funeral
Read more: My Favorite FuneralThe funeral for Mayor Koch was a true celebration of his life! Each and every speaker shared memories –both personal and public–as well as anecdotes which made the entire audience laugh. Mayor Bloomberg, especially, was in top form regaling everyone with amusing quips and heartfelt praise. The signature moment came at the end of the…
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Walking in Heels in Green-Wood: A Memorable Day with Doris in Brooklyn
Read more: Walking in Heels in Green-Wood: A Memorable Day with Doris in BrooklynWhile in Brooklyn to meet up with my Doris and attend the wake of an industry friend, we made an impromptu stop at Green-Wood. “You want to take a walk before we go to the wake?” she asked. “Sure, I have sneakers in my car!” I responded, always up for a walk in G-W. “You…
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