Pate - Jones Funeral Home

04/01/2026

Listing an emergency contact in your phone lets people know who to notify if something happens to you. For a step-by-step guide on how to add an emergency contact, click this link.

Learn how to set up emergency contacts on your phone so first responders can reach your family, even if your phone is locked.

03/30/2026

03/27/2026

Have you heard of funeral honorariums? If you haven't, check out this brief article that answers key questions about honorariums, including what they are and who receives them. And if you have more questions, just give us a call, and we'll provide the answers you need.

Did you know that an honorarium is customary when you perform specific roles at a funeral? Check out this article to learn more!

03/25/2026

Becoming a grandparent is such an exciting milestone! In this article, learn how Michelle Pfeiffer is embracing her new role as a grandmother.

The star says she wouldn’t have taken so many new roles — but she loves her latest one

03/20/2026

The more personal a funeral service is, the more meaningful it will be for the entire family. To help your family brainstorm possible ways to create a truly one-of-a-kind final goodbye, check out this list of 10 ideas to consider. And if you don't find something that feels right, this list is only the beginning. We're happy to sit down with you and come up with even more ideas to create the perfect sendoff.

To be meaningful and healing, a funeral must be personal. Check out this article for 10 ideas to create a truly unique final tribute.

03/20/2026

Winter is past. Spring has come. After long and difficult winters, spring is a welcome change. Do you have any plans for this spring that you're looking forward to?

03/18/2026

As we age, we may require a different fitness routine to meet the needs of our changing bodies. This article offers guidance on modifying exercises to meet your individual fitness needs!

Getting more birthdays under your belt? That doesn't mean you have to stop working out.

03/17/2026

The color green has long been associated with Ireland, so it makes perfect sense that we should wear green to honor St. Patrick's Day. Do you wear anything special to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?

03/13/2026

Have you ever wondered what happens during an arrangement conference for a funeral? This article shares a few tips on what to expect and how you can prepare ahead of time.

Do you know what to expect at a funeral arrangement conference? Read over these tips so you can prepare for the conversation ahead of time.

03/11/2026

Before modern media existed, one of the main ways people received important information was through town criers. Read the article to learn their essential role in keeping people informed.

Before radio, TV and internet, town criers got the message out.