Fredendall Funeral Home

02/19/2026

While readings at a funeral may seem emotionally difficult, it is an encouraging part of the grieving process. Choosing prayers can help mourners not only show respect for their loved one, but it also has a pronounced emotional impact on the attendees when it's needed most. Don't hesitate to reach out directly if you'd like tips on how you can pick the best prayers to recite in a funeral.

02/17/2026

How would you finish this sentence?
If I could go anywhere right now, I would go to ________________.

02/15/2026

Yes, it's quite common to divide up ashes in urns. Family members and/or close friends often choose together what they wish to do, unless the cremation is prearranged. If you have any other questions, reach out with whatever you need to know at 518-861-6611.

02/13/2026

Choosing cremation is easy, but choosing what food you'd want at your party is harder! When you choose cremation, it opens up countless possibilities to reallocate your time and money to creating the most memorable experience possible.

02/08/2026

Aquamation is a water-based method of final disposition, starting with the placement of a body in a stainless steel vessel which is then filled with water and potassium hydroxide (alkali). What do you think of this cremation alternative?

02/06/2026

How do I start planning a natural burial?
If you are considering a natural burial, you should first check your state’s burial laws. Whether you’re considering a registered natural cemetery or utilizing your own property, it’s important to know all the facts to ensure that your final wishes can be followed.

02/01/2026

Nuns experience greater physical and emotional well-being at the end of life than other women, and are 27 percent more likely to live into their seventies. How can you follow their model? To start, keep moving. Practice positive emotions. Maintain community. And remember it’s never too early to face death, as nuns typically begin planning their funeral when they retire, or even before.

01/30/2026

If planning to scatter cremated remains, add flowers or petals to visually see their journey in water.

01/28/2026

Once you’ve done everything you can, take a step back and trust it all will be enough.

01/26/2026

01/24/2026

Modern cremation can point to Italy in the late 1800s as its starting point, and with its rise in North America in 1913 the demand for cremation urns rose with the desire to keep loved ones close. That same sentiment remains now as it did 100 years ago, with the urn achieving the same dignity as a headstone. Send us a message here if you want to know what options we have available.