Female Funeral Directors – The Morte Girls

Celebrating National Book Month: Why ‘Let’s Call Her Barbie’ Matters

In 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

“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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How Funeral Service Helped Shape a Writer’s Voice

I 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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Exploring Friendship and Careers: An Interview with StoryCorps

Our 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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Dressing as a Female Funeral Director: Finding Style

Images 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

Loss 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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Debunking Misleading Articles About Women in Funeral Service

The notion of “young girls breaking into funeral service” being a novelty is outdated. Currently, half of mortuary school graduates are female, rendering such stories irrelevant. We don’t find it surprising to encounter female professionals in other fields, so there’s no need to perpetuate such old-fashioned ideas when discussing funeral service.
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12 Things No One Tells You About Being a Funeral Director

Much to my surprise, an article I wrote for BuzzFeed has –so far– garnered 25.4K views in five days. You can read the article on their site (with their title change): I’m A Funeral Director And These Are The 12 Parts Of The Job I Can Honestly Say Nothing Prepares You For
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Another Well-Known Public Figure With No Public Funeral

When Barbara Walters died on December 30, 2022, at the age of 93, the world took notice. Although she had not had a public presence in some time, the death of the legendary broadcast journalist saddened people around the world. The decision to have no public funeral for Barbara Walters shortchanged so many who wanted…
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The Sad Reality: Human Composting is Now Legal in New York

It’s a sad day when legislation passes that allows for the composting of humans. It shows a lack of respect for values and traditions, and makes a mockery of the sanctity of life. This is not something that the average person wants. It’s just so much hype. We seriously doubt this will ever take off…
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