National Funeral Home

11/30/2020

Whether grieving the life of a lost loved one or shouldering the negative effects of the pandemic, there is a power in fictional stories reflecting what we are going through. Experts say that just by showing us how these characters are feeling and letting us see their grief without someone fixing it right away, it can be a huge comfort.

It may sound odd to highlight fictional stories about grief at a time when so much of the real thing is around. But experts say there is catharsis in watching someone struggle with familiar feelings.

11/26/2020

Today we celebrate Thanksgiving, a day of giving thanks for the many blessings in our lives. What are some things that you are thankful for?

11/23/2020

Did you know that Danny DeVito used to be a hairdresser -- for a mortuary? Here’s a list of actors, athletes and alt-rockers who have worked in deathcare.

Our recent story about baseball legend Andre Dawson’s second career as a funeral home owner got us thinking: Have other famous people been drawn to deathcare? We found some actors, athletes, and tw…

11/21/2020

Music helps create a memorable memorial. Here are 143 songs to choose from when honoring your loved one.

A celebration of life is a time to share the reasons a loved one was special. A key part of creating a memorable memorial is music. Here are tips for hitting the right note and more than 100 celebration of life songs to get you started.

11/16/2020

Though burial insurance and pre-need insurance both cover end-of-life expenses, they differ in several important ways.

Burial insurance makes it possible for family members to pay for end-of-life expenses without having to worry about where the money will come from. Pre-need funeral insurance is similar but different in important ways.

11/13/2020

“My mom always wanted waterfront property and now she’s got the best. We told her, ‘Dolphins will be swimming around you,’ and she said, ‘That’s where I want to be'”

Those who choose cremation for final needs may opt for their cremated remains to be deployed to The Memorial Reef™, 3 miles east of Key Biscayne in Florida.

11/11/2020

Today, we express our deepest gratitude to the veterans who have served our country. A special thank you to our Military Veteran team members; Bernie, Kelly, Stevie, and Larry who faithfully served our country and continue to serve the families of our community here at National Funeral Home and National Memorial Park.

11/03/2020

Happy Election Day! Stay safe and remember to practice social distancing.

11/01/2020

Happy first day of November, don’t forget that daylight savings time ends today and to set your clocks back an hour!

10/30/2020

Have a safe and fun filled holiday weekend. Here are some tips and tricks to keep your family and everyone around you safe.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.html