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We are proud to embrace traditional values, diversity, and innovation in honoring the spirit of life of each person we serve. Higginbotham Funeral Home-Cross Plains offers a full selection of:
*Traditional Funeral and Memorial services
*Personalized Funerals
*Memorial services and Graveside Ceremonies
*Cremation Services
*Natural Choices, including Green Burial and Green Cremations
*Veteran's Fune
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05/07/2022
There will be no services for Dwayne Wilson at this time. His wishes were to be cremated. Please continue to keep the family in your prayers.
Thurman Wilson Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of Thurman & Support the Wilson Family
04/26/2022
Mark Coburn Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of Mark & Support the Coburn Family
04/26/2022
Richard Burns Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of Richard & Support the Burns Family
04/25/2022
04/21/2022
The office and the funeral home will be closed today. We will be out on a Funeral Service for Norma Carpenter, 2 PM at London Baptist Church, 17320 US-377, London, Texas burial in London Cemetery. If you need assistance please call 254-725-6153 and the answering service will get ahold of us.
04/20/2022
Norma Carpenter Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of Norma & Support the Carpenter Family
04/20/2022
What to Do When a Loved One Dies
Practical steps you need to take in the early days
When people die, they leave behind a life that must be closed out. The funeral must be planned, bank accounts closed, pets rehomed, final bills paid.
When someone you love dies, the job of handling those personal and legal details may fall to you. It’s a stressful, bureaucratic task that can take a year or more to complete, all while you are grieving the loss.
The amount of paperwork can take survivors by surprise. “It's a big responsibility,” emphasizes Bill Harbison, a trusts and estates lawyer in Nashville, Tennessee. “There are a lot of details to take care of.”
You can’t do it alone. Settling a deceased family member’s affairs is not a one-person task. You’ll need the help of others, ranging from professionals like lawyers or CPAs, who can advise you on financial matters, to a network of friends and relatives, to whom you can delegate tasks or on whom you can lean for emotional support. You may take the lead in planning the funeral and then hand off the financial details to the executor. Or you may be the executor, which means you’ll oversee settling the estate and spend months, maybe even years, dealing with paperwork.
https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/when-loved-one-dies-checklist.html
Checklist for What to Do After Someone Dies From planning the funeral to executing a will, this roadmap walks through the personal and legal details that need to be handled after someone dies.
04/18/2022
Lilburn Painter Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of Lilburn & Support the Painter Family
04/18/2022
04/15/2022
The 25 Documents You Need Before You Die
While death is typically not a comfortable conversation for many to have, it is essential if you want to save your loved ones added frustration during their heartache of your passing. As some of our past articles have hopefully served as an encouragement and guide, such as having a family wealth meeting, designing charity vacations for children, and planning ideas before taking your company public or merging with another, this article hopes to serve you in helping make the life of your loved ones easier during a difficult time.
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04/13/2022
Inheritance Laws in Texas
Texas Inheritance Laws
Texas does not impose a state inheritance or estate tax. Most of its laws surrounding inheritance are straightforward. However, if you die without a will, the distribution of your assets will be left up to the state’s intestate succession process. Sorting an estate or inheritance can be complicated, but a financial advisor could help you create an estate plan for your family’s needs and goals.
https://smartasset.com/estate-planning/texas-inheritance-laws
Texas Inheritance Laws | What You Should Know - SmartAsset In this detailed guide of Texas inheritance laws, we break down intestate succession, probate, taxes, what makes a will valid and more.
04/11/2022
Janice Byrd Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of Janice & Support the Byrd Family
04/11/2022
04/08/2022
Dying Without A Will: The Texas Intestacy Statutes
The law gives you the freedom to make a Will that distributes your property how and to whom you wish. But if you die without a Will in Texas, a statutory formula, that does not take into account your wishes and unique circumstances, determines how your property will be distributed.
https://raniacombslaw.com/resources/dying-without-a-will-the-texas-intestacy-statutes
Dying Without A Will: The Texas Intestacy Statutes Texas attorney Rania Combs discusses the Texas Intestacy statutes, which dictate how property is distributed when someone dies without a Will in Texas.
04/06/2022
The 10 most important reasons to have a will
A last will and testament is a legal document that lets you decide what happens with your estate after you die. Yet, according to a recent survey, almost two-thirds of all Americans don’t have a will.
If you’re among them, you should know that there are many reasons to have a will. When you die without a will, you leave important decisions up to a local court and your state’s laws. You won’t have a say in who receives your property and other assets. Plus, not having a will can make it more difficult for your loved ones after you pass.
Here are the top ten reasons you should make a will today:
https://www.freewill.com/learn/10-reasons-to-have-a-will
Write Your Legal Will Online, Free & Simple | FreeWill FreeWill lets you make your last will and testament quick, easy, and completely free. It is a simple online legal will maker that helps you compile will forms to print and sign, or to take as a basic will template to an estate planning lawyer. FreeWill is built alongside will making experts.
04/05/2022
Charles Rodenberger Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of Charles & Support the Rodenberger Family
04/04/2022
03/28/2022
03/23/2022
Carter Jones Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of Carter & Support the Jones Family
03/21/2022
Joy Harris Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of Joy & Support the Harris Family
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Our phones are now back to working.
03/21/2022
03/20/2022
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Our phone is not working, somehow the lines are crossed. If you need to reach us please call Scarlett 325-668-9081.
03/14/2022
03/11/2022
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Our phones are working now. Thank you for your patience.
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If anyone is trying to reach us on the phone bare with us. We are having some issues with our phone lines as they are being up graded to fiber today. If you need assistance you can reach us at 325-668-9081.
03/08/2022
James Payne Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of James & Support the Payne Family
03/07/2022
Carol McGinn Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of Carol & Support the McGinn Family
02/28/2022
02/25/2022
Have you heard about the growing use of death doulas for the terminally ill? No? Then you’re in luck. We’re going to take a look at what death doulas are, how they help individuals and families, why it’s a growing practice, and more. Let’s get started!
Everything You Need to Know about Death Doulas - Funeral Basics If you would like someone to assist your family during your own or a loved one's final days, consider the benefits of a death doula.
02/23/2022
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Joe Hubbard Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of Joe & Support the Hubbard Family
02/23/2022
If you’re reading this, you have a friend who is dying, and you’re probably dealing with a lot of feelings. Facing the death of someone you care about is extremely difficult for everyone involved, but hopefully, these words will guide you toward knowing how you can help and support your friend with loving actions during their final days.
How to Support a Dying Friend in their Final Days - Funeral Basics If you have a friend who is dying, you may not know how to help. Read this article to learn 6 ways to support your friend in their final days.
02/22/2022
Charles Chamberlain Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information Share Memories of Charles & Support the Chamberlain Family
02/21/2022
02/18/2022
Facing a terminal illness brings many worries and concerns but paying for end-of-life care shouldn’t be one of them. Thankfully, there are many ways to pay for hospice, and many of them are free. Let’s take a look at 7 ways to pay for hospice care. Then, you can decide which options work best for your family and specific situation.
Deciding How to Pay for Hospice Care - Funeral Basics Did you know it's likely you won't have to pay anything for hospice care? Check out this article to learn 7 ways to pay for end-of-life care.
02/16/2022
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