AE Funeral Services

02/04/2026

Losing a loved one can be overwhelming and bring up many difficult emotions. Sometimes, these emotions can lead to overspending on a funeral.

When you preplan, you save your family from emotional overspending, since they know exactly what your wishes are. Instead of just choosing the most expensive options, your family can know that they are fulfilling your wishes.

Want to learn more about preplanning? Give us a call at 405-915-0160!

02/02/2026

Did you know that Groundhog Day stems from the holiday Candlemas? Apparently, a superstition in Germany stated that if an animal saw its shadow on Candlemas (February 2), there would be six more weeks of winter. When settlers came to the United States, they brought the practice with them! Do you know any other random facts about Groundhog Day?

02/01/2026

This month, we celebrate the amazing achievements and contributions of African Americans and recognize their strength, resilience, and accomplishments through every challenge. We’re particularly grateful to Garrett Morgan, who invented the three-light traffic signal (red, yellow, green), for making our streets so much safer, even 100 years later!

01/30/2026

Offering condolences can feel a little uncomfortable, especially when you're not sure what to say. But with a little knowledge and a dose of compassion, you can send a meaningful message. For help with sending condolences via text or direct message, click the link!

Would you like to send a condolence to a friend via text message or DM? Check out this article for sample text and etiquette tips!

01/26/2026

01/25/2026

When yes means no and up means down. Happy Opposite Day!

01/23/2026

Would you like to learn more about the intricacies of Jewish funeral customs? Check out this informative article about 10 traditional Jewish funeral practices and their role in the grief journey.

Curious about traditional Jewish funeral customs? Check out this informative article about 10 traditions you'll see practice in Judaism.

01/19/2026

Today, we honor Martin Luther King Jr. for his tireless efforts in the fight for racial equality, social justice, and civil rights in the United States. Across the country, so many people honor his memory by focusing on service and community involvement because Dr. King valued social responsibility and the power of individual action. He is a man to respect and remember for generations to come!

01/16/2026

While funerals of the past were more cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all style events, that’s not true anymore. Check out this article to learn more about funeral personalization and how it’s changing the way we honor and remember the lives of those we love.

Funerals aren't one-size-fits-all. In fact, funeral personalization is key to creating a meaningful and healing tribute. Click for more!

01/09/2026

Music can help us express our feelings in a way words alone often can’t, which is why personalizing the music at a funeral or celebration of life is so important. If your loved one grew up in the 1940s – or just loved 1940s music – here are 10 songs you can incorporate into their service.

Want to incorporate music from the 1940s in your loved one's celebration of life? Check out our list for 10 beautiful options.

01/06/2026

Did you know that cuddling not only makes you feel warmer, but it also releases oxytocin? This feel-good hormone helps reduce heart disease and lower blood pressure, stress, and anxiety. That’s a lot of benefits! So, grab your favorite cuddle partner - human or animal - and enjoy the day!