Planning a funeral has several costs involved, with one being the price of the casket. Some families experience sticker shock when they discover the cost, and they ask their funeral director why are caskets so expensive?  The truth is that there are many pricing options for caskets that fit a...

One important element of funeral planning is choosing the casket or coffin. It can serve for viewing at funerals and a final resting place, but some are unaware that caskets and coffins are not the same things. What’s the difference between a casket and a coffin? This is what you...

When it comes to funeral arrangements, it’s often a stressful time while emotions are running high. Through grief comes great responsibility and planning, making the best decisions possible to honor your loved one or even plan a funeral for yourself.  Funeral directors are keenly aware of the sensitivities that families...