Opal Cremation Blog
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 MemoriesParting Stones are a lovely way to ...
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 The cremation industry is plagued by a lack of ...
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.
Californians: Quickly Get a Death Certificate Online with VitalChek Services
As the only external processor authorized by agencies across the nation for ordering vital records online, VitalChek is by far the best solution for funeral homes that order death certificates as a service, reducing the wait time from weeks to days.
Coping with Grief on Valentine’s Day: 14 Compassionate Ways to Ease the Pain
While many people are thinking about their beloved, for people who have just dealt with the loss of a loved one, especially that of spouses or significant others, it can be a difficult time.
E-Commerce and the End-of-Life Industry: A Complete Guide to Online Funeral Planning
With nearly everything available for online purchase today, from mattresses to groceries, more and more industries are adapting their businesses to e-commerce, including the cremation industry.