Brandywine Valley Funeral Care

05/30/2026

Materials used to make biodegradable urns can vary, but they do need to be made from something that can break down easily and relatively quickly upon burial. For example, they can be made of paper, cardboard, wood fibers, sand, or dissolvable materials like salt (which are increasingly popular.)

05/27/2026

Ever encountered a funeral procession while driving? What's the right way of handling the situation? Is it necessary to pull over?

While the laws vary from state to state, one should always pull over for a funeral procession out of politeness to the grieving family.

Some other good rules to keep in mind out of respect for the deceased and the family:
* Don't cut into a procession or cut them off
* Don't honk at the vehicles in the procession
* Yield the right of way until the entire procession is through the intersection
* On the highway, don't pass the procession on the right

In general, be patient and considerate, and keep in mind that the folks in the procession are likely going going through a very difficult time.

05/24/2026

Empower your loved ones. Pre-plan your funeral and take out the guesswork. They will benefit and feel at ease knowing your last wishes will be carried out.

05/17/2026

The biggest motivator we've seen for planning ahead for your funeral, burial or cremation service comes from the love of your children and grandchildren. Give the greatest gift to your family and begin planning with us. We will walk you through the process in a way that's most convenient for you. Contact us at 302-478-7100 today if you'd like to start.

05/14/2026

How old is cremation? Archaeological records cite one of the oldest known cremations as the Mungo Lady, the approx. 20,000 year-old remains of a partly cremated body found near Australia’s Lake Mungo. This 1969 finding shows that cremation, as well as complex burial rituals, might have existed in early human societies.

05/11/2026

Concerned about the cremation of a loved one? Every crematorium has safety and identification protocols in place to make sure that each body that arrives is 100% tracked. The ashes you receive will be that of your loved one, and never mixed with anything else. To learn more about our process, check out https://brandywinevalleyfc.com/.

05/08/2026

A unique life well-lived deserves a beautiful celebration. Contact us to see more ways to truly celebrate and pay tribute to a loved one.

05/02/2026