Scott McAulay Family Funeral Services

03/08/2026

When attending a military funeral, it's common to view the Military Honor Guard perform a flag folding ceremony. The U.S. flag that was draped over the casket is meticulously folded 13 times. Each fold has a significant meaning:

The FIRST fold of our flag is a symbol of life.
The SECOND fold signifies our belief in eternal life.
The THIRD fold is made in honor and tribute of the Veteran departing our ranks, and who gave a portion of his or her life for the defense of our country to attain peace.
The FOURTH fold exemplifies our weaker nature as citizens trusting in God; it is to Him we turn for His divine guidance.
The FIFTH fold is an acknowledgement to our country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, “Our country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right, but it is still our country, right or wrong.”
The SIXTH fold is for where our hearts lie. It is with our heart that we pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
The SEVENTH fold is a tribute to our armed forces, for it is through the armed forces that we protect our country and our flag against all enemies.
The EIGHTH fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day, and to honor our mother, for whom it flies on Mother’s Day.
The NINTH fold is an honor to womanhood, for it has been through their faith, love, loyalty, and devotion that the character of men and women who have made this country great have been molded.
The TENTH fold is a tribute to father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of our country since he or she was first-born.
The ELEVENTH fold, in the eyes of Hebrew citizens, represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon and glorifies, in their eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
The TWELFTH fold, in the eyes of a Christian citizen, represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in their eyes, God the Father, the Son, and Holy Ghost.
The LAST fold, when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost, reminding us of our national motto, “In God We Trust.”

03/06/2026

Sometimes several members of a family wish to retain a portion of the ashes and the ashes are split up into several smaller sized urns, known as sharing urns which come in a variety of sizes. If you want to know more about what sizes make sense for your group, leave us a comment below.

03/03/2026

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.

02/28/2026

Every community has a rich history and the people across time are integral to its story. With this in mind, cemeteries help preserve the name and identity of a deceased member which gives people a sense of continuity and preservation of legacy that reinforces the living.

02/26/2026

A person can miss someone who died,
A person can miss someone who moved away,
But the worst is missing someone they see every day.

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02/24/2026

Hospice care is a collaborative effort between the patient, the family, and the hospice team to impart a care regimen that benefits everyone. This relationship also includes funeral directors who liaise with both the families and hospice care providers during an extremely confusing time, which is especially crucial for when the family is not present.

02/22/2026

02/20/2026

If you would like to be cremated and your spouse wants a traditional burial, this does not mean that you need to be buried separately. Most cemeteries can accommodate a variety of requests, but it is important to speak with a cemetery coordinator as there are some laws and regulations to abide by.

02/17/2026

You can put your trust in Scott McAulay Family New Options as true cremation specialists. We will walk you through the simple planning process and make sure all your questions are answered, either in person or at 714-870-6303.

02/15/2026

One of the most common issues people have with end-of-life planning is feeling compelled to spend beyond their means, but we believe in alleviating those pressures as much as possible. That's why Scott McAulay Family New Options offers affordable cremation services for families of all financial statuses.

02/12/2026

All of these terms can get very confusing, yet it’s so important not to wait until it’s too late. Contact us and we will walk through the planning process.