What causes cemetery stones to wear out over time?

4 October 2018
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Stone is a popular material for gravesites because it's durable and convenient to use. Special messages can be engraved on stone to carry the memory of your loved one for many years to come. As durable as stones and rocks are, forces of man and nature tend to wear them out over time. Indeed, chemical reactions, outside weather conditions, and the nature of the stone itself will play a role in its overall lifespan. Read More 

Tips for Choosing a Headstone

30 April 2018
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Choosing a headstone, whether for someone who has already passed away or because you're pre-planning your own funeral, can be a challenge as headstones come in a variety of materials and styles. To ensure you understand those details and opt for the right headstone for you or someone else, note a few tips that will help when choosing this piece. Know what it will say Many headstones will include more than just someone's name and dates of their birth and death; a headstone might also include a poem, bible verse or favourite saying of the deceased. Read More 

Celebrating a Special Bond: Should You Bring the Deceased’s Dog to Their Funeral Service?

3 January 2018
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When someone passes away, all of those who knew them and cared about them will want to pay their respects by attending the funeral service. If the deceased had a beloved dog, you might want to consider whether the dog should be present too. While it can be a respectful and moving idea, there are a few things that need to be thought about. The First Step Talk to a funeral director to find out whether it's in fact possible to bring the deceased's dog. Read More