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FEMA Announces COVID-19 Funeral Assistance

FEMA will begin accepting applications for Funeral Assistance on Monday, April 12, 2021 through a dedicated call center. Please see the call line information below: 844-684-6333 | TTY: 800-462-758...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Monday, April 12, 2021

Upcoming Webinar: Managing Change & Grief - April 14

We hope you will join us! Recognizing that professional counseling can be an important part of the grieving and healing process, we have invited Leslie Holley, MA, LCPC, NCC, and certified counsel...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Friday, April 2, 2021

5 Reasons Why a Will Can Protect Your Family

When you wrote your will, you likely created it based on what your life was like at the time. But like many things, changes in life circumstances are inevitable. Therefore, it is always a good ide...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Thursday, March 25, 2021

Retain Your Independence with these Helpful Senior Lifestyle Tips

Aging is different now than it was for previous generations. More people are living longer than at any other time in history. To support that longevity, there are a growing number of helpful reso...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Saturday, March 20, 2021

Funeral Favors Offer a Unique Way to Honor Your Loved One’s Memory

Offering guests a small favor is a lovely way to keep memories alive after a funeral service or celebration of life. While these keepsakes are an optional part of funeral planning, they represent...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, March 7, 2021

Sympathy Gifts: A Beautiful Way to Express Your Love and Support

A sympathy gift can be a heartwarming way to demonstrate your support for someone who is grieving. Whether you choose a gift that helps your friend through the bereavement process or one that hon...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Monday, March 1, 2021

Writing the Perfect Obituary isn’t Hard if You Follow These Pointers

Obituaries come in all types and sizes. They can be long or short, elaborate or basic, entertaining or straighforward. At one time, death notices contained only essential information: who passed ...
By Batchelor Brothers Funeral Services
Sunday, February 21, 2021

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