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I’ve decided I need a will. How do I proceed?
Aging | Funeral Planning | Wills & Estates

I’ve decided I need a will. How do I proceed?

August 31, 2023January 5, 2024

In a previous post, we provided “8 reasons to have a will.” In this article, we would like to take this…

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8 good reasons why you need a will
Aging | Funeral Planning | Wills & Estates

8 good reasons why you need a will

August 11, 2023January 5, 2024

Having a will is arguably one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family. A will…

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Benefits to Setting Aside Funds for a Funeral Expense Trust
Aging | Funeral Planning | Resources

Benefits to Setting Aside Funds for a Funeral Expense Trust

February 22, 2023January 5, 2024

Abbey Caskets has expanded its Funeral Expense Trust used for prefunding your caskets to also help you to set aside and…

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Our Benedictine Values
Aging | Family Caregiving | Spiritual

Our Benedictine Values

September 9, 2022January 5, 2024

A Reflection by Fr. Adrian Burke, OSB  “Care of the sick must rank above and before all else, so that they…

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Making Funeral Arrangements in Advance
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Making Funeral Arrangements in Advance

March 24, 2021April 24, 2025

Many people would rather not think about death and funeral arrangements. But there are strong emotional, social, and financial reasons to make funeral arrangements in advance. Here are a few suggestions. 

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Five Things to Consider as You Prepare to Retire
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Five Things to Consider as You Prepare to Retire

September 22, 2019January 3, 2024

by Norma Schuh
Until recently, retirement from the work force or from managing a household (or whatever activities and obligations engaged you in earlier years) implied you were soon to be following a downward spiral. In previous generations, where lon…

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Advance Care Planning: Help for Making Care Decisions Now and for the Future
Aging | CareNotes | End-of-Life Planning

Advance Care Planning: Help for Making Care Decisions Now and for the Future

July 17, 2019January 3, 2024

by Mary Lynne Knighten
Are you one of the 70% of people who does not have an advance care plan (ACP)?
Advance care planning is the process of planning for future medical care. ACP is an ongoing course of action whereby patients, family members, and hea…

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End-of-Life Concerns:  A Guide for Families
Aging | CareNotes | End-of-Life Planning

End-of-Life Concerns: A Guide for Families

April 18, 2017January 5, 2024

by Rev. Daniel H. Grossoehme, BCC Juan was in his mid-thirties and sitting up in his hospital bed when I met…

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Dealing With Family Conflict as a Loved One is Dying
Aging | CareNotes | Family Caregiving | Grief

Dealing With Family Conflict as a Loved One is Dying

September 21, 2016January 5, 2024

Even though the steps through grief can be similar, the way each family member moves through the process is unique.  Such…

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Five steps to consider when planning your funeral
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Five steps to consider when planning your funeral

January 22, 2016January 5, 2024

Many people choose to plan their funerals well in advance of their death. Not only does this ease the burden on…

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    • About Abbey Caskets
    • Casket and Urn Blessing
    • Reasons to Consider Abbey Caskets
  • Request Information
    • Request Information
    • Newsletter Sign-Up
    • Prepay for your Casket
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Download Digital Catalog
    • Shipping and Returns
  • Products
    • Traditional Caskets
    • Monastic Caskets
    • Specialty Caskets
    • Cremation Urns
    • Keepsake Crosses
    • Flag Cases
    • Abbey Woodworking
  • Resources
    • Grief Resources
    • Informational Videos
    • Free Kindred Spirit Booklet
    • Advance Planning
  • Woodworking
  • Blog
  • Support