Stark Funeral Professionals, Inc.

08/04/2022

Gone are the days of generic funerals. Many people are adding creative twists to recognize the life of the person who has passed and also adding comforting touches to the ceremony. Adding a therapy dog to comfort people as they grieve or turning your loved one’s ashes into a vinyl record with a custom song are just some of the unique trends you may see at the next funeral you attend.

https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2017/funeral-ceremony-trends-fd.html

Traditional funerals are on their deathbed as more people are opting for services that are easier on the planet and their budget.

07/21/2022

Traditional funerals are not the only way to recognize the passing of a loved one. Many people are opting for a Celebration of Life ceremony, which changes the focus to one of happiness for all that the deceased got to experience. However you want to honor someone, there is definitely an option that will work for you!

https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-35812014

The writer Anita Brookner requested that no funeral be held after her death. How common is this and what does it mean for friends and family?

07/07/2022

Funerals are difficult for many people, but we also shouldn’t overlook the effect they can have on children. You might worry that bringing your child to a funeral would be too much for them, and while it should be a situation-by-situation decision, bringing them along can help them with the coping process as well. Check out the following guide to handling children at funerals to get an idea of what to expect and how to handle this new experience for your child.

https://childmind.org/article/should-children-attend-funerals/