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Including Pets in Funerals: Lola’s Heartwarming Story
Read more: Including Pets in Funerals: Lola’s Heartwarming StoryLola, a female Pit Bull, belonged to the 32-year-old deceased son of a family I was serving. The family asked if we were pet‑friendly, and of course we are. So Lola came to the wake and stayed the entire time, quiet and steady, as if keeping vigil. The next morning, we were heading to the…
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Our Latest Interview
Read more: Our Latest InterviewIn our recent interview with Authority Magazine, we reiterate the importance of funeral service & how we continue to uphold cherished traditions. Clearly, the Covid pandemic underscored (in a major way) what any funeral director can tell you: #funeralsmatter.
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Moonrise at Green-Wood Cemetery: A Night to Remember
Read more: Moonrise at Green-Wood Cemetery: A Night to RememberLast night, the Morte Girls attended Moonrise, a most unique event at Green-Wood Cemetery. It was a two mile stroll through the grounds, after dark, on a perfect fall evening . Along the way, we encountered performance artists stationed in and around some of Green-Wood’s many notable mausoleums and monuments. Food stations, too, were available.Our…
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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…