My name is Evan, and I am a funeral director at a busy funeral home in the Midwestern United States. I have found that many loved ones want to personalize the funeral experience, but they simply don't know how. I am going to outline some ways that you can make a funeral unique to the person you are celebrating. From dramatic readings to favorite music to decorated caskets, the only limit is your imagination when it comes to planning the perfect funeral. I hope your mind will be open to the possibilities the next time you are in the unfortunate situation of having to plan a funeral.
Add Unique Touches to a Funeral
Things To Know About Headstones
Christina Clarke
The death of a close friend or family member is one of the most difficult things to deal with in life, but it is an unfortunate event that can't be prevented. The best thing that can be done for a deceased loved one is to keep his or her memory alive, which can be done by visiting the gravesite. There is the option of purchasing a headstone for a loved one's gravesite, and it can be customized to fit what they should be remembered for. You can opt for a headstone that is simple for your loved one's memory or opt for one that is customized to add to the sentimental value that it has. Before you venture out to shop for a headstone, read the information below to gain some insight.
Waiting Before Headstone Placement
What many people are sometimes unaware of is that there is usually a long wait before a headstone can be placed at a gravesite. The reason why is that the soil has to settle in order for the headstone to be installed in a stable manner. Basically, the soil has to become more firm due to it being dug up in order to place the casket in the ground. Another reason why it might be a long wait is the climate, such as rainy weather preventing the soil from settling as it should. It can possibly take over six months before a gravesite is ready for headstone placement, which gives you plenty of time to get one customized.
Why Granite Is the Ideal Material
There are various materials that you can choose for your loved one's headstone, such as granite, marble, and sandstone. However, granite is one of the most ideal options because it is available in various types and is durable. No matter which type of granite it is that you choose for your loved one's headstone, it should remain in a good condition for as long as it exists. Keep in mind that if you are getting a headstone customized, you can also incorporate other materials with the granite to make it look more unique.
What a Headstone Might Cost You
You can end up spending over a thousand dollars on a headstone, but the price will basically depend on your specific choices. For example, getting a headstone customized might cost more than one that is already manufactured, such as only needing to be engraved. The size, shape, and material used for the headstone will also play a large role in what it will cost.
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