Funeral Service Insider

02/26/2026

We're excited to welcome two outstanding leaders to our team! 🎉

🎉 Jennifer Murrietta joins us as National Accounts Manager, bringing strong experience in national advertising sales and strategic partnerships.

🎉Dr. Jennifer Lares steps into her expanded role as Editor of Funeral Service Insider, bringing 35+ years of funeral service and education experience — and proud U.S. Veteran leadership — to the position.

Together, they strengthen our commitment to serving the profession through American Funeral Director, American Cemetery & Cremation, and Funeral Service Insider.

Be sure to say hello at upcoming industry events!

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02/25/2026

🎉Congratulations to Homesteaders Life Company on 120 years of service and record-breaking growth!
As they mark this incredible milestone, Homesteaders continues to invest in funeral home partners, digital innovation and the long-term strength of the profession. Here's to honoring the past while building the future.

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02/25/2026

National Funeral Directors Association has announced a leadership transition for its Cremation Certification Program. Mike Nicodemus will move into an advisory role through 2026, with Timothy Copeland stepping in as primary instructor. NFDA's commitment to trusted, high-quality cremation education remains unchanged.

BROOKFIELD, Wis. – After more than a decade of building the profession’s most respected cremation education program, the National Funeral Directors Association is implementing a thoughtful leadership transition to ensure

02/25/2026

Today's the day!
The best cemetery professional learning event of the year kicks off at 1 PM — and you don't want to miss it.
➜ 5 Experts & 4 Power-Packed Sessions
➜ Actionable insights you can put to work immediately
If you haven't registered yet, there's still time! Secure your spot now 🔗 link in the comments.
See you at 1!

02/24/2026

The future of funeral service starts with the students and interns who are already leading with purpose.
Nominate a standout mortuary student for American Funeral Director's Ones to Watch 2026.
Recognize leadership.
Celebrate drive.
Elevate the profession.
📅 Deadline: May 6, 2026
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02/22/2026

In her latest piece, Dr. Jennifer Lares challenges firms of all sizes to rethink how they use today's tools to elevate the arrangement experience. From collaborative obituary writing and secure digital signatures to meaningful Zoom arrangements and fully interactive virtual services, the opportunities are already here.

With the surge in options for technological support for firms of all sizes, I wanted to take a moment to consider the obvious opportunities we have to harness this power.

02/21/2026

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02/20/2026

This is so wrong

Charges have been filed and warrants have been issued for the arrest of the operators of the now shut down Heaven Bound Crematorium in Charles County.

02/20/2026

Funeral director Lanae Strovers turned a shocking discovery—hundreds of unclaimed urns into a powerful mission. Through The Final Salute, she and her community are ensuring that veterans without family still receive the dignity, story, and honors they deserve.

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02/19/2026

Just ONE WEEK until our can't-miss cemetery learning event! Get expert insights on grounds, cremation, design, and growth strategies that make an immediate impact. There's still time to register — don't wait.

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02/18/2026

Homesteaders Life Company has welcomed Joe Petersen and Leah Weber as new account executives. With decades of experience in funeral service and vendor partnerships, they're ready to help customers create personalized solutions that drive success. 👏

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – Homesteaders Life Company Senior VP-Strategic Markets Will Bischoff has announced that Joe Petersen and Leah Weber have joined Homesteaders’ team of account executives.

02/18/2026

Licensed funeral director Mandy Stafford breaks down the real-world logistics of terramation. From transporting non-embalmed bodies to navigating state laws. She also shares why more families are pre-planning with eco-friendly, return-to-the-soil options in mind.

A quick, insightful listen for anyone watching the future of green deathcare. 🌱

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