What is Aquamation?
Aquamation is an alternative to cremation also known as alkaline hydrolysis. As the name suggests, aquamation is a water-based method of final disposition that has been gaining popularity in recent years.
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June 2022
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March 2022
Scattering Ashes at Sea: 5 Service Providers in Southern California
Whether you’re in Southern California, on the East Coast, or in the Midwest, scattering ashes in a body of water is a common practice when it comes to honoring a loved one. The symbolism—of literally letting your loved one go, can be cathartic and beautiful, a meaningful step in the grieving process.
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March 2022
E-Commerce and the End-of-Life Industry
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.
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February 2022
Quickly Get a Death Certificate Online in California 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.
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February 2022
Scattering Ashes in California in 2023: A Complete Guide
California families have many options when it comes to scattering ashes in the Golden State: From the world’s tallest trees to historic landmarks, from national parks to urban beaches, you’re sure to find a place that celebrates your loved one's life in a fitting way.
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January 2022
A Guide to Cremation Costs in California
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.
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January 2022
Death Certificates: Everything You Need to Know
A death certificate is important because when it comes to closing accounts and taking care of an individual’s finances, the certificate is proof that what you are doing is legal. However, before you receive a death certificate, you must register the death.
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December 2021
What is a General Price List?
During the process of planning a funeral, you might come across the phrase “General Price List.” A General Price List (GPL) is a short, one-page sheet that includes all of the costs associated with the funeral or cremation services you are considering.
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September 2021
How Long Does Cremation Take?
When dealing with the death of a loved one, it’s important to understand the timeline so families can plan and make arrangements.
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September 2021
5 Things to Know About What to Do with Cremains
After the death of a loved one, there are many important decisions you have to make. You'll need to make arrangements for a burial and/or local cremation.