When beginning to plan memorial services and make funeral arrangements for a loved one, one of the most pressing questions that arises is - how much does a ...

Proponents of “green burials” in Deep River picked a good time to raise the issue, as the town is currently undertaking a review of the bylaw governing its municipal cemetery.

It’s time to free caskets from an Oklahoma monopoly. I attended a funeral where the gentleman being buried had prepared for that day by building his own casket. He and his loved ones made the choice ...

Death rituals are designed to help the living heal and reflect on the passing of a loved one. But for Leah Terry, the funeral of her best friend left her feeling sad and traumatised. "[I felt ...

As if that wasn't already enough to celebrate the life of the music legend, there was also an epic display of roses which were laid all over the top of the casket and enveloped it as well.

As cremation takes the lead in burial choices, and as our concern for the environment increases—hello, green burials—building my own casket seemed to fall somewhere in the middle. I’m still here, but ...