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Making Funeral Arrangements in Advance

By Tom McGrath After an uncle’s funeral, I strode along a ridge among the graves of my ancestors. Many of my great aunts and uncles, my grandparents, and close friends of the family are buried in the same section of a cemetery outside Chicago. I came to appreciate the rituals and traditions that surround the

25Jun

Getting to Know Us!

Here at Abbey Caskets, we are blessed with the best staff! If you have called in with questions or to place an order, you may have had the pleasure of talking with our team. We’d like to take the opportunity to introduce you to each of our employees so you can connect a face with a name the next time you give us a

25Jul

How does this work? Ordering your Abbey Casket

One of the most frequent questions we’re asked about purchasing an Abbey Casket is: “How does this all work?” Whether you’re purchasing at the time of need or preplanning for yourself or a loved one, the process is simple. FTC Funeral Rule According to the Funeral Rule adopted by the Federal Trade Commission, you

25Apr

Prepay Options for Your funeral

Paying for your funeral expenses in advance can be a confusing matter. Here are four options to consider when you’re thinking about prepaying: 1. Burial and Final Expense Insurance Burial and final expense insurance is a form of basic life insurance. This insurance is easier to obtain and has more affordable

22Jan

Five steps to consider when planning your funeral

Many people choose to plan their funerals well in advance of their death. Not only does this ease the burden on family members at the time of death, but it ensures that they know your wishes in advance. Here are five steps to consider when planning your funeral. Have a conversation One of the hardest parts

30Jan

Regarding Cremation, Christian funerals and Burials

The Church’s teaching on funerals, cremation and burial is summarized in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. At number 2300 in that document, the official teaching states: The bodies of the dead must be treated with respect and charity, in faith and hope of the Resurrection. The burial of the dead is a corporal

30Oct

Create a Great Funeral Day

Yes, this is a real “holiday.” Observed on October 30th, this holiday was registered in 1999 as a day for people to think about how they want to be remembered and let your family know your plans. Avoid a “Facelift Funeral” with Create a Great Funeral Day by Gail Rubin acknowledges the fear that people have about

05Sep

Questions to Consider Before You Prepay

You may have considered preplanning, or even prepaying, for your funeral arrangements. Planning for your funeral, or the funeral of a loved one, in advance can help you make informed decisions. If you plan to prepay for your funeral expenses, the Federal Trade Commission suggests considering these issues before

15Aug

Kindred Spirits

Excerpted from “Kindred Spirits,” written by Archabbot Justin DuVall, OSB Friends and guests who have taken part in the funeral of a monk at the abbey often walk away from the cemetery feeling at a loss for words. They have just peered down into an open grave where a plain poplar coffin marked with a

06Jun

No Casket Required

The cremation rate is rising across the United States. Currently, 41% of the nationwide population chooses cremation over traditional burial. What you may not realize is that you still have options when it comes to the cremation choice. Direct cremation is when your loved one is taken directly from the place of

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Making Funeral Arrangements in Advance

Getting to Know Us!

How does this work? Ordering your Abbey Casket

Prepay Options for Your funeral

Five steps to consider when planning your funeral

Regarding Cremation, Christian funerals and Burials

Create a Great Funeral Day

Questions to Consider Before You Prepay

Kindred Spirits

No Casket Required

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