McGilley & George Funeral Home and Cremation Services

09/29/2023

In her will, the woman whose life was often a nonstop party allotted $2,500 to fund one last bash for her friends as "a final gesture of appreciation and farewell." On Oct. 26, 1970, friends and members of San Francisco's music community attended Janis Joplin's wake, a celebration of the life for one of rock's wildest stars.

09/26/2023

Did you know more than 100,000 people are waiting for a life-saving transplant? Register to be a donor with Donate Life America today:

This registration is a binding, legal document of gift. You affirm the information provided is accurate. You agree upon death to donate all eligible organs and tissues for transplant.

09/22/2023

His father invented the beloved Moka stovetop espresso maker, but Renato Bialetti made it a symbol of Italian style worldwide.
Bialetti died at age 93, and his three children honored him by placing his ashes in a large replica of the Moka coffee pot.

09/20/2023

09/10/2023

Raising awareness of su***de and su***de prevention is a priority for all of us. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates more than 700,000 people die due to su***de each year and that almost 77% of all global su***des occur in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Today, we elevate the resources available for those who may be struggling.

IASP is dedicated to preventing su***de and suicidal behaviour and to alleviating its effects.

09/08/2023

In the UK, you can rent a professional mourner for your loved one's funeral. The mourner will arrive well-dressed and can attend church services, a cremation and even continue to the wake. Mourners mix with other guests as much or little as requested and keep their status confidential at all times.

09/03/2023

There are all kinds of people who like all kinds of things. You are unique in the world—your family and friends will always remember you that way. Your life story is made up of big events and little details. What are they? What are your values? What are your passions? Who are you and how do you want to be remembered?

You're unique in the world—your family and friends will always remember you that way. The Dignity Memorial website has ideas for recording your life story.

09/01/2023

Raising awareness of su***de and su***de prevention is a priority for all of us. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates more than 700,000 people die due to su***de each year and that almost 77% of all global su***des occur in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).