Fredendall Funeral Home

Fredendall Funeral Home Fredendall Funeral Home is a family owned and operated funeral firm. We proudly offer a full range of funeral services and cremation options.

Materials used to make biodegradable urns can vary, but they do need to be made from something that can break down easil...
09/17/2025

Materials used to make biodegradable urns can vary, but they do need to be made from something that can break down easily and relatively quickly upon burial. For example, they can be made of paper, cardboard, wood fibers, sand, or dissolvable materials like salt (which are increasingly popular.)

Memorialization is an ongoing process that begins with memories you shared. When remembering your loved one, ask yoursel...
09/14/2025

Memorialization is an ongoing process that begins with memories you shared. When remembering your loved one, ask yourself: what sports did you enjoy together?

Bronze is a popular choice because it is durable and low-maintenance and provides almost the same level of customization...
09/11/2025

Bronze is a popular choice because it is durable and low-maintenance and provides almost the same level of customization as other materials, but shines in a way that softly commands the respect your loved one deserves.

Plan ahead to feel assurance - that the decisions you made were thoughtful and informed. Checking reputation, knowing th...
09/09/2025

Plan ahead to feel assurance - that the decisions you made were thoughtful and informed. Checking reputation, knowing the services offered, and being able to spend time on costs gives peace of mind.

Hybrid Burial Grounds:Have you heard of a hybrid cemetery? These are cemeteries that allow for both traditional and gree...
09/07/2025

Hybrid Burial Grounds:
Have you heard of a hybrid cemetery? These are cemeteries that allow for both traditional and green ceremonies to be held. Although they are less common, you might be surprised to know that there are approximately 93 registered green burial cemeteries and even more considered hybrid across the U.S. Each year this number continues to grow with the increasing concern about our environment.

When someone passes, it’s hard to clean out their belongings. Here are a few tips that can help make letting go a little...
09/05/2025

When someone passes, it’s hard to clean out their belongings. Here are a few tips that can help make letting go a little easier.
1. Take pictures of things that aren’t practical to keep.
2. Turn a favorite shirt into a pillow, or a pile of favorite clothing into a quilt.
3. Make a scrapbook featuring favorite memories.
4. Decide on a number of things allowed to keep, and part with the rest.
5. Invite family and friends over for a storytelling party.
6. Start a new tradition in their honor.
7. Repurpose or remake jewelry into pieces to wear or pass around.

Cremation tends to be a more cost-effective option compared to traditional burial methods. Cremation costs can vary depe...
09/03/2025

Cremation tends to be a more cost-effective option compared to traditional burial methods. Cremation costs can vary depending on several factors, such as the location, service provider, additional services chosen, and any associated memorialization options.

What time you should arrive at a funeral depends on whether you are a guest, close to the family, or if you are helping ...
09/01/2025

What time you should arrive at a funeral depends on whether you are a guest, close to the family, or if you are helping with the setup. It is recommended to always arrive at a funeral service at least 30 minutes in advance, as, this will give you time to greet and pay respect to the family, and most importantly ensure that everything runs smoothly.

Sometimes several members of a family wish to retain a portion of the ashes and the ashes are split up into several smal...
08/29/2025

Sometimes several members of a family wish to retain a portion of the ashes and the ashes are split up into several smaller sized urns, known as sharing urns which come in a variety of sizes. If you want to know more about what sizes make sense for your group, leave us a comment below.

Its formal name is McMillin Mausoleum, named for John S. McMillin, Freemason, Methodist, and lime works businessman. Th...
08/27/2025

Its formal name is McMillin Mausoleum, named for John S. McMillin, Freemason, Methodist, and lime works businessman. The so-called “mausoleum” is actually an open air rotunda with a huge limestone table in the middle.

Are you curious about green burial? The main reasons people opt for are, minimal impact on the earth, using non-toxic, b...
08/25/2025

Are you curious about green burial? The main reasons people opt for are, minimal impact on the earth, using non-toxic, biodegradable materials, and aiding in protection of industry workers. Does creating a positive impact with your burial or cremation interest you? Learn more at https://www.fredendallfuneralhome.com

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08/22/2025

What is your passion?

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Altamont, NY
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