Ballard Funeral Home & Crematory

08/03/2025

This week is National Health Center Week and we want to recognize the incredible healthcare workers and caregivers who serve our communities with compassion and care.
Thank you for your tireless care, your quiet strength, and your healing hearts.

08/02/2025

On National Veterans & First Responders Day, we say thank you to the brave souls who protect, rescue, and sacrifice for others.
Whether in uniform or out of the spotlight, you are always remembered.

07/31/2025

Tips for Writing Thank You Cards

The Rules of Writing Thank You Cards After a Funeral guide provides thoughtful advice on expressing gratitude to those who offered support during a time

07/28/2025

The History of Bagpipers and Funerals: Honoring Tradition and Emotion

Bagpipes have long held a place of honor in funeral traditions, with their distinctive, mournful tones offering both comfort and dignity to grieving families. A

07/25/2025

How to Prepare for a Funeral Arrangement Conference: What to Bring and Why It Matters

Meeting with one of our funeral directors to plan a loved one’s service—often called an “arrangement conference”—can feel overwhelming. However, bring

07/24/2025

Can a Pre-Paid Funeral Be Transferred to Another Funeral Home?

A trend that has become more popular in recent years is pre-paying for funerals. In addition to pre-planning and determining the details of the funeral and buri

07/23/2025

When someone passes, knowing how to support their loved ones matters.
Here’s a quick guide to help you navigate funeral etiquette with care and respect.

07/20/2025

10 Ways to Pay For a Funeral

The 10 Ways to Pay for a Funeral or Cremation guide provides practical solutions for covering funeral expenses. It outlines various payment options,

07/16/2025

The Role of a Pallbearer at a Funeral: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Being asked to serve as a pallbearer is a meaningful responsibility and a final act of service to someone who has died. Pallbearers help carry or es**rt the cas

07/15/2025

Some gifts can’t be wrapped.
Preplanning your funeral or sharing your wishes is one of the most thoughtful things you can do for your loved ones.
Visit us today to learn more about planning ahead.

07/14/2025

Comforting Families Through Child Loss

When a family loses a child, the grief is unimaginable. It is a sorrow that defies logic and shatters the heart. In these moments, friends and loved ones often

07/11/2025

On Cheer Up the Lonely Day, reach out to someone who may need a little light.
You never know how much your presence may mean.