Buck Ashcraft Funeral Home

03/31/2025

Some family situations require a gentle hand and careful consideration. In this article, we will discuss some ways to keep the peace in a complex family while planning a funeral.

03/28/2025

Choosing between traditional burial and cremation is a difficult choice many families have to make. Both come with
their own positive and negative qualities.

In this guide, we will go over the pros and cons for choosing burial or cremation.

03/25/2025

Today and everyday we honor the bravery, sacrifice and strength that have served to protect the United States of America.

03/19/2025

03/17/2025

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

03/15/2025

In honor of National Quilting Day, consider starting a Memorial Quilting project as a family. You can include a variety of colorful fabrics and beloved motifs while always keeping the memory of a lost loved one near and dear.

03/13/2025

Children who have lost their parents at a tender age require a special kind of attention, care and support. In this post, we will discover tools to best support a child who has lost their parents.

03/11/2025

Being a funeral director or mortician requires one to be skilled, compassionate and most importantly, empathetic. Today, we recognize all of the hard working funeral directors and morticians for their kindness, care and dedication to the families they serve.

03/05/2025

Today marks the beginning of the Lenten Season for millions of Catholics around the world. On Ash Wednesday, we are encouraged to remember that we are dust and to dust we shall return. Lenten Blessings to our Catholic friends and family.

02/28/2025

This National Floral Design Day, let’s discuss the differences in floral arrangements for men and women.

Floral arrangements for men tend to be less colorful and more understated focusing on white or monochromatic floral schemes. Red and white flowers are popular for funerals involving the military veterans and first responders.

Floral arrangements for women tend to be more colorful and incorporate different flower types in their arrangements. These arrangements are often based on the deceased's favorite color or favorite type of flower.

02/27/2025

Today is Write a Letter to an Elder Day. Try taking out some time to reconnect with some of the older members of your family.

02/24/2025

Choosing the right music to play during a funeral service can be a daunting one. There are many factors involved including the funeral location, the person being honored and more. In this helpful post, we’ll help you make the right choice when it comes to what music plays during a funeral.
1. Amazing Grace
2.In My Life by The Beatles
3.Goodnight My Angel by Billy Joel
4.Goodnight Bridge Over Troubled Water by Simon and Garfunkel
5. You’ll Be In My Heart by Phil Collins

02/21/2025

In honor of National Caregivers Day, a helpful reminder to all of the caregivers out there.

02/19/2025

Understanding what the funeral home needs immediately after a funeral can help expedite an already process.

1. The Full Name of the Deceased
2. Your Contact Information
3.The Next Available Day You Have To Make Funeral Arrangements

02/14/2025

This Valentine’s Day we celebrate the ones we love the most: both here and not.

02/07/2025

If you know someone going through their season of grief, there is no kinder gesture than sending them a card to remind them that they are still loved. Here is some helpful advice on how to express your sympathy without relying on cliché.

02/05/2025

As cremation continues to grow in its popularity and options, let’s go over a few new trends in cremation.