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During Cold and Flu Season, Follow These Smart Ways to Stay Healthy
When everyone around you is sick, staying healthy can be a challenge. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevent...
Saturday, January 21, 2023
Coffin or Casket? Six Considerations to Help you Choose the Right Memorial Product
The choice of a coffin or casket should not be taken lightly. While these terms are often used interchangeably, they have some notable differences.
Caskets and coffins both serve as burial contain...
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Hosting a Reception after the Funeral? Follow These Six Helpful Guidelines
Hosting a reception after the funeral of a loved one presents an opportunity to demonstrate your enduring affection.
The funeral reception gives mourners the chance to support each other, share fo...
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Six Proven Ways to Calm Anxiety and Ease Stress
As stress levels rise, so does the need for self-care. Having effective ways to calm anxiety becomes even more essential amid challenging times.
We all feel anxious from time to time. That sense o...
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Coins on a Headstone Hold Special Meaning. Here’s Why.
Have you ever seen coins on a headstone? Leaving signs of remembrance on graves is a long-held tradition.
While flowers are the most common grave decoration, they aren’t the only way to pay tribut...
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Four Things You Need to Know If You are a Pallbearer or Honorary Pallbearer
The role of pallbearer or honorary pallbearer is both an honor and a great responsibility.
The duties primarily consist of helping to carry or accompany the casket throughout a traditional funeral...
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Four Essential Things to Know When a Death Occurs Away from Home or Out of Town
When a death occurs away from home or out of town, knowing what to do can greatly ease the burden for you and your loved ones.
Today, people spend significant time away from their homes for vacati...
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services Announces Joint Venture with Escamillio D. Jones Funeral Home
PHILADELPHIA, PA, June 13, 2025 — Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services, a dedicated provider of funeral and cremation services in the Philadelphia area for the past decade, is proud to announce its ...
Men's Health Month: Surprising Secrets for Better Health at Any Age
Men’s Health Month is the perfect time to focus on something that often gets pushed to the back burner: overall well-being.
Whether you're 25 or 85, there’s always something you can do to feel bet...
Planning a Repast: Eight Tips for a Meaningful Post-Funeral Gathering
Planning a repast is a heartfelt way to blend comfort, connection, and remembrance.
After a funeral or memorial service, people often look for opportunities to connect and honor their loved one’s ...
Choosing a Burial Container? 7 Important Casket vs. Coffin Differences
If you’re unsure which burial container to choose, understanding casket vs. coffin differences is a helpful first step.
When you're planning a funeral, every decision is important. From the type o...
Mental Health Awareness Month Guide: 7 Ways to Show You Care
Mental Health Awareness Month opens the door to compassion, connection, and conversations that make a difference.
We hear a lot about how to stay physically healthy—eat well, exercise, get e...
Spring into Wellness: Seasonal Tips for Renewal in Mind, Body, and Spirit
Ready for a reset? These seasonal tips for renewal can help you feel your best.
There’s something about spring that feels like a fresh start. The sun shines longer, the air is more fragrant, and t...
8 Essential Steps: Your Funeral Pre-Planning Checklist
A thoughtful funeral pre-planning checklist helps ensure your wishes are honored and your family is supported.
Advance funeral planning can bring peace and comfort to those you love. Instead of le...
