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How Can You Make Your Thanksgiving Meaningful?

Thanksgiving should be a time to count our blessings and practice gratitude. All too often, though, its true meaning gets overshadowed by pumpkin pie an...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Thursday, November 21, 2019

What Medicare Doesn’t Cover and the Resources That Can Help

Original Medicare covers many medical and hospital services—but it doesn’t cover everything. Where can you go for help?  Every day in America, nearly 10,000 baby boomers celebr...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Friday, November 8, 2019

Honoring our Heroes: Five Creative Ideas for Military Funerals

Military veterans have made tremendous sacrifices and deserve to be honored, especially during their funeral services. In addition to the standard military honors and burial benefits that...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Digital Grief: Addressing Death Over Social Media

The digital age has made it easy to share everything, all of the time. In recent years, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other social media platforms have become widely used for all sorts of milest...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Saturday, October 12, 2019

A Labor of Love: Helpful Tips for Choosing the Music for a Funeral

“Music, at its essence, is what gives us memories.” – Stevie Wonder Choosing the right songs for a funeral can feel like a formidable task. After all, music plays a critical function in the f...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, October 6, 2019

Today’s Senior Independent Living Communities Aren’t Like They Used to Be

As senior living communities continue to evolve, one thing is clear: today’s mature adults want to remain active and engaged. Today’s seniors represent an immense and influential demographic that’...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Monday, September 30, 2019

How to Host the Perfect Funeral Reception without Breaking the Bank

It’s customary to host a reception following a funeral or memorial service. This event gives mourners the chance to support each other, share fond memories, and celebrate the life of the decea...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Wednesday, September 18, 2019

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