Opal Cremation Blog
5 Reasons to Celebrate Nurses During National Nurses’ Week
We’re happy to celebrate nurses every May to honor all of the hard work and sacrifices they make to help the community. Here are five reasons why nurses make a difference and why they are always worth celebrating.
Coping with Grief on Mother’s Day: How To Get Through It
For many people, Mother’s Day can be a challenging time where they may be dealing with the loss of a mother, or even as mothers, the loss of a child.
Why Burial Is Declining in America- What Research Says
Why Burial Is Declining in America- What Research Says Why burial is declining in America- it's a hot-button topic. It ...
Is a Casket Required for Cremation?
There are many questions that arise when it comes to funeral planning, and if you are considering cremation in Los Angeles, you may wonder what’s required for the process.
Why You Should Plan Ahead: A Primer on Prepaid Funeral Plans
Prepaid funerals are a great option for everyone. Preplanning is worthy of consideration because it takes care of all decisions ahead which can save you time, money, and stress during a difficult time.
Using Life Insurance to Pay for Cremation: What Families Need to Know
Using Life Insurance to Pay for Cremation: What Families Need to Know Cremation is much less expensive than a ...
Beyond the Urn: How Opal Cremation and Parting Stone Turn Ashes into Touchable Memories
Beyond the Urn: How Opal Cremation and Parting Stone Turn Ashes into Touchable Memories Parting Stones are a lovely ...
The Real Cost of Direct Cremation in Los Angeles: What Families Are Actually Paying in 2026
The Real Cost of Direct Cremation in Los Angeles 2026 When people order cremation, the price they are quoted ...
A Complete Guide to Cremation Costs in California: What You Should and Shouldn’t Be Paying For
While families and friends work through the grief after a loved one passes away, another burden that’s rarely discussed is the financial deficit that funerals can put families in.
‘Dying Well’ and the ‘Death Positive’ Movement: What It Means to Embrace End-of-Life Planning
A recent trend in the health and wellness industry is the discussion of “dying well.” More and more people are joining the “death positive” movement, a mindset to reduce anxiety about the concept of death.
Biodegradable Urns and Eco-Friendly Cremation in California
With climate change on the brain for more and more people, many might consider how their final resting place could impact the environment.
The History of Death Culture in the Black Community: Celebrations of Life, Superstitions and Rituals
After the Civil War and the abolition of slavery, one of the first businesses established by African Americans was a funeral home. At that time, funeral homes were segregated by race, religion, and ethnicity; not much has changed to this day.