Raleigh Memorial Park & Mitchell Funeral Home

02/03/2024

With a history going back thousands of years, China has a rich heritage. Ancient Chinese traditions are woven into all aspects of life, including the ways in which Chinese families say goodbye to their loved ones. Many Chinese American families observe funeral traditions and superstitions established long ago.

Chinese funeral traditions have a long history embedded with many superstitions. Learn more about Chinese funeral etiquette on the Dignity Memorial website.

02/02/2024

The actor Bela Lugosi, who famously played Dracula, asked to be dressed in his vampire attire for his open casket funeral.

02/01/2024

01/01/2024

12/28/2023

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/grief-and-sympathy/losing-a-loved-one/healing-during-the-holidays-5-ways-to-remember-loved-ones-while-still-celebrating-the-season

You can still enjoy the holidays after losing a loved one. Discover how to remember a loved one while still celebrating the holidays on Dignity Memorial now.

12/26/2023

The greatest gift of all this holiday season is a loving family and close friends. May the holiday season bring you special moments and happy memories.

08/26/2023

Beautiful going home ceremony today for Randy Diuguid.
Special thanks to Patriot Guard Riders, Inc. of North Carolina and American Legion Post 116

08/11/2023

The 6-foot-depth requirement for graves originated in the 1660s as a precaution to prevent the spreading of disease during the London plagues. Today, most states require a minimum of 18 inches of soil to cover a casket, creating about a 4-foot grave depth.