Open Casket vs Closed Casket: That is the Question
Posted on December 19th, 2023 by kathy | Leave a comment
Posted under Ashes, Caskets, Cremains, Cremation
Making decisions about a loved one’s final arrangements can be an emotional and challenging process. One significant decision that families often face is whether to have an open casket or a closed casket during the funeral service. This decision is deeply personal, and there is no one-size-fits-all answer. In this blog post, we explore the […]
Continue ReadingMemorial Gift Ideas
Posted on December 22nd, 2020 by Foothill Funeral and Cremation | Leave a comment
Posted under Burial, Caskets, Death, Memorials
Few experiences tax emotions as deeply as the loss of a loved one. When someone you love dies, grief manifests itself in myriad ways, and often at inopportune times. No matter when a loved one passes, the first year of events is often the most difficult…especially during the holidays. To help take the sting out […]
Continue ReadingVeteran Memorials
Posted on November 9th, 2020 by Foothill Funeral and Cremation | Leave a comment
Posted under Caskets, Coffins, COVID-19, Death, Military Honors, Uncategorized, Veteran's Services
In the midst of civil unrest, a pandemic, and election discord now is the perfect time to take a breather and focus on something upon which we can all agree. Military members deserve to be honored in life as well as in death. As we celebrate Veteran’s Day 2020, we want to thank everyone who […]
Continue ReadingDeath Masks & Funeral Customs
Posted on September 9th, 2020 by Foothill Funeral and Cremation | Leave a comment
Posted under Burial, Caskets, Coffins, Death, Funerals, Memorials
The wearing of masks has become compulsory for everyone who wants to protect themselves from the Coronavirus pandemic (or otherwise go out in public). So, as you mull over which type of facial covering to don, consider this. People have worn death masks for centuries. They protect people from diseases, demons, wartime side effects, and […]
Continue ReadingPandemic Pre-Planning
Posted on May 19th, 2020 by Foothill Funeral and Cremation | Leave a comment
Posted under Caskets, Coronavirus, Death, End-Of-Life, Pre-Planning, Uncategorized
Part 2 of a 2-Part Series This week, we conclude our two-part series about pandemic pre-planning. To read part one, click here. We started the series because we have recently fielded numerous calls from people who are concerned about repercussions of COVID-19 relative to their end-of-life planning. One way to make sure you take care of your family […]
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