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Grave Reflections
Thoughts, teachings, and musings regarding death, memorialization, cremation, and everything else to help enlighten, edify, and demystify the myths and misconceptions surrounding the inevitable.
"Blossoms of Resilience: A Grief's Journey to Healing"
Blossoms of Resilience—A Griefs Journey to Healing
Cremation versus Burial. Or Both?
People choose cremation over burial for a variety of personal, cultural, and practical reasons but it isn’t surprising that many people choose both. Yes, you can bury cremated remains in a cemetery plot with a headstone and graveside ceremony if desired. Here are the top five reasons why people opt for cremation.
The Life and Death of Texan Barbara Jordan
Barbara Jordan was a powerful and eloquent advocate for civil rights, social justice, and equality. In this blog post, we'll explore the remarkable life of Barbara Jordan and her dignified funeral, which celebrated her legacy.
Exploring the Boundaries of Possibility—Cryonics
Would you pause your natural dying process in subzero temperatures until a time when medical advances can restore your health in the future?
The Beauty of Cremation
Whether one chooses cremation or another form of disposition, the essence is the same - the profound human connection to the cycle of life and the celebration of a unique individual's existence. Cremation, with its rich history and symbolic depth, continues to be a choice that resonates with many, offering solace, sustainability, and a timeless connection to our shared humanity.
Balinese Funeral Customs Celebrate Existence
Celebrating the Joy of Existence—Elaborate bamboo structures called "bade" are crafted and embellished with flowers, sacred symbols, and intricate designs. These bade, resembling mythical creatures or traditional architecture, are used as elaborate sarcophagi to transport the deceased.
7 Things to Consider When Choosing a Funeral Provider
7 Important Things to Consider When Choosing a Funeral Provider
Things You Can Do With Cremated Remains
For those choosing cremation, ashes can be honored in many creative and meaningful ways. While some options are unconventional, there are many more traditional things you can do with cremated remains to memorialize someone who has died. All of these options allow you to keep their memory alive in a way that feels personal and special to you.
Preserving Your Loved One’s Memory with a Personalized Monument
A personalized monument is an excellent way to commemorate the life of someone you care about. From choosing the material and design elements to deciding on an inscription, grave monuments can be customized in any way imaginable. With a personalized monument, you can ensure that your loved one's memory will remain alive forever.
Identification and Chain of Custody
At Martin Oaks, we have developed and implemented Identification and Chain of Custody processes and procedures to make sure that it is your loved one who is returned to you or is placed in their final resting place as expected.