Coping With Loss During Holidays
The holidays can be a hard time for those who have lost a loved one. It may bring up joyful memories and let us mourn for those who may have been special in our lives. When going into this season and coping with loss during holidays, consider these ways you can celebrate those who have […]
What Are Veteran Services?
Honoring a loved one after they’ve passed is an important part of life. Remembering those loved ones that served in the military should be special, meaningful, and distinctively commemorated with a funeral service dedicated to honoring their memory and the service they provided for their country. Veteran services are an important part of the funeral […]
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Death is inevitable, and when it happens to a loved one it can be very difficult to process and cope. When it happens to a child, however, nobody tells you how to grieve. When you lose a child, are you still a parent? The loss of […]
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The month of October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month. Breast cancer affects more than 240 thousand Americans in the U.S. and is one of the most common forms of cancer affecting both females and males. This month aims to honor those affected by breast cancer as well as raise awareness of preventative measures to […]
What is Out of Area Funeral Protection?
When enjoying a vacation the last thing you want to occur is an unexpected death. After an unexpected death occurs transportation of the body to the final resting place can cost thousands and thousands. Luckily there are options available out there to protect yourselves and your loved ones from an unexpected death with Out of […]
Why Having The “Lifetime” Talk Is Important
(FAMIC) introduced Have the Talk of a Lifetime to help families talk openly about a persons life story. Many funeral homes across the globe including Gerst having encouraged many families during the pre-arrangement stage of the funeral process to gain a better understanding of their loved ones lives and what is most important to them. […]
Summer Activities Perfect For All Ages
West Michigan! Whether it’s hanging out with the Grandkids or taking Mom to the beach, there are many ways to get outside no matter what age you are. Here are just some of the fun summer activities perfect for all ages to enjoy. Take a Trip To The Beach A visit to the beach can […]
Funeral Etiquette You Need To Know
1. Dress Conservatively It’s not always necessary to wear black to a funeral, but there is certain funeral etiquette you need to know. Dress to not draw attention to yourself is generally what is required. Funerals and visitations are for the grieving and putting yourself in a negative light on such a sensitive day could […]
Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gifts
A Nice Dinner If you’re looking for a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift, there seems to be one thing nobody can turn down: their favorite meal! Consider cooking for Mom this Mother’s Day or take her to her favorite restaurant. Showing her you care by remembering her favorite dish is guaranteed to pull on her heart […]
3 Reasons Why Pre-Planning Arrangements Is Important
Pre-planning an end of life celebration has become more and more common, especially in the United States. Pre-arranging offers an advantage of making challenging decisions in an atmosphere where grief and trauma are absent. Let’s go through some of the reasons why pre-planning arrangements is important. #1. Less Financial Strain Pre-funding and pre purchasing funeral […]
