Neptune Cremation Service

09/11/2025

🌏 The view from above, during that tragic moment frozen in time.

🕯 On this solemn day, we pause to honor the memory of all those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and to stand with the families, friends, and communities forever changed by that tragedy.

At Celestis, we are reminded of the resilience of the human spirit... of our shared capacity for remembrance, unity, and hope.

🌇 May we never forget.

09/02/2025

Reminder! There's still time to RSVP for Wednesday evening's webinar.

Please join us for the third in our free 2025 webinar series, in partnership with For Grief, on Wednesday, September 3, in which grief experts will discuss issues related to grandparents and loss.
If you're unable to make it, you can register, and a recording of the webinar will be emailed to you after the event. Everyone is welcome.
Register with this link, or the QR code: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nCr-deCcRQGazS0rDA7JVg #/registration

08/31/2025

Happy !

08/29/2025

Saturday is National Grief Awareness Day, recognized annually on August 30. It's a time to reflect on how we all cope with loss differently, and learn how to help yourself and others through the grieving process, no matter what type of loss you've been through.
If you or someone you know is struggling with loss, we offer The 12 Weeks of Peace, a free, online bereavement series available to everyone. https://neptunesociety.com/resources/grief-support/12-weeks-of-peace

08/25/2025

In Iowa, students are back to school this week, and Neptune Des Moines Service Manager Staci Hansen helped fulfill a local teacher’s Amazon wish list of needed supplies for her students and classroom at North Polk Middle School. We hope everyone has a great year!

08/25/2025

Neptune Des Moines Service Manager Staci Hansen and her team were invited to participate at Rock Creek Senior Living’s carnival day. Neptune Office Coordinator Kennedy Cole hosted a mini-golf course for the residents, staff and families, and fun was had by all!

08/25/2025

Neptune marketing associates Megan Hill and Dennis Norris, who have become our go-to veteran liaisons, spent the weekend at the American Legion Convention, hosted by the The American Legion, Department of Florida in Tampa and co-sponsored by Neptune Society.
They met with veterans and their families, and raffled off an iPad. The lucky winner was Jennifer Farmer, Kentucky District 2 President. Congratulations, Jennifer!

08/25/2025

Thank you for giving a bark-out to comfort dogs, American Funeral Director! Our Neptune Society team just celebrated the first birthday of their pup, Neptune, who has quickly developed a compassionate understanding of how to be there for people in mourning. As we know, sometimes a soft paw says more than words.🐾❤️
https://www.facebook.com/americanfuneraldirector/posts/pfbid02F1vZAVvFrGGKLWufXi9pikaKQmBmxDgexGXuHwNh9iTsF5tfjUcVKd7bQmh6p4Kwl

08/25/2025

Please join us for the third in our free 2025 webinar series, in partnership with For Grief, on Wednesday, September 3, in which grief experts will discuss issues related to grandparents and loss.
If you're unable to make it, you can register, and a recording of the webinar will be emailed to you after the event. Everyone is welcome.
Register with this link, or the QR code: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nCr-deCcRQGazS0rDA7JVg #/registration

08/18/2025

May we all be guided by John's generosity and wisdom.❤️

For John's 102nd birthday, he performed 102 random acts of kindness! This included hosting a food drive for his local food bank. Happy birthday, and thanks for always thinking of others, John!

08/14/2025

Neptune Des Moines Service Manager Staci Hansen all ready today at the Iowa Military Retiree Council appreciation day, hosted by American Legion Post 403 in Van Meter, IA. Staci greeted attendees and answered questions, providing helpful information and insights for their preplanning needs.

08/11/2025

Neptune marketing associates Megan Hill and Dennis Norris spent the weekend at the Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW National Convention in Columbus, Ohio, co-sponsored by Neptune Society, meeting with veterans and their families, and were neighbors with our partners, Dignity Memorial.
On Sunday, they raffled off an iPad, and the lucky winner was Louisiana District 9 Commander Mitch Cota. Congratulations, Mitch!

08/09/2025

Rest in the stars, Captain Lovell.
https://www.npr.org/2025/08/08/510627992/famed-nasa-astronaut-and-apollo-13-commander-jim-lovell-has-died-at-age-97

08/06/2025

This is wonderful. We couldn't agree more.

Lindsey Ballard didn't plan to follow in her family's footsteps—until she discovered her true calling. Now a third-generation funeral director and the 2025–26 CANA president, she's helping families create meaningful goodbyes while advocating for self-care in death care. Read her inspiring Ask the Expert feature → link in the comments.

07/29/2025

Last week, Des Moines Service Manager Staci Hansen attended the annual senior retreat day hosted by Seniors on the Move and second annual community health fair at Luther Park Community, speaking with residents and attendees about preplanning options.
Thanks to both Seniors on the Move and Luther Park for having us!

07/23/2025

July is National , a time dedicated to recognizing the deep and lasting grief experienced by parents after the loss of a child. We offer some resources for parents, and those who love and support them:
*Alive Alone: alivealone.org/
*Bereaved Parents of the USA: bereavedparentsusa.org/
*The Compassionate Friends: www.compassionatefriends.org
*Hand to Hold Support Groups: handtohold.org/nicu-family-support/nicu-support-groups

06/24/2025

Service Manager Staci Hansen and the Neptune Des Moines team brought summertime and 4th of July-themed door hangers for many of our caregiving partners in the community. We enjoyed getting to say hi to all our friends at Brio of Johnston, Sunnyview in Ankeny, Everystep Hospice, Luther Park, and Rock Creek Senior Living.

05/21/2025

Neptune Des Moines Service Manager Staci Hansen is out at the Polk County Senior Fest this morning at the Iowa State Fairgrounds' Varied Industries Building, greeting attendees and sharing information about the services we provide at Neptune. Stop by to say hi!

05/14/2025

It was delightful to see the caregivers who stopped by Traveler’s Mug outside Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehab Center in Urbandale for a refreshing drink today. Be sure to follow the coffee camper! Most important, thank you again to all on the nursing teams for their care and service to the patients and families they serve in their various roles -- your work does not go unnoticed!

05/14/2025

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Nurses!!! 🩺 THANK YOU for ALL you do!!! 🙏

Come by Royal Oaks Nurisng and Rehabilitation today (4614 84th St. Urbandale, IA) and show your badge for a free drink sponsored by Neptune Cremation Service.

05/12/2025

National Nurses Week has passed -- but our appreciation and gratitude for the hard-working caregivers in our community hasn't!
Neptune Des Moines Service Manager Staci Hansen and her team invite nurses to stop by the Traveler’s Mug coffee camper **this Wednesday, May 14,** from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., for a free drink. The camper will be parked at Royal Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation, 4614 84th St, Urbandale.
Just show your badge for a free coffee or lotus energy drink on us! ☕❤️

05/08/2025

Neptune Des Moines Service Manager Staci Hansen was at the Seniors in Story Expo in Ames to talk to attendees about Neptune and how we can serve them.

05/02/2025

Neptune Des Moines Service Manager Staci Hansen spent May Day with the Sunshine Club at Sunny View Care Center in Ankeny. With cloudy skies outside. they met inside and enjoyed “sunshine” colored treats Staci brought for them.

03/31/2025

We agree w/the Rock Creek Senior Living folks that our own Staci Hansen is delightful! It looks like you all had a great time!