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Memorial Day – History of Taps
Music plays a significant role in most funeral services. Favorite and meaningful songs at celebrations of life reflect the values, interests, and personalities of those […] Read More -
Joseph Strauss’ Bridge
When James Marshall struck gold at Sutter’s Mill in Coloma, California, it began a movement of people to the Golden State that continued for decades. […] Read More -
Mental Health Awareness Month
“The root of all health is in the brain. The trunk of it is in emotion. The branches and leaves are the body. The flower […] Read More -
Mother’s Day Facts
“There is no influence so powerful as that of the mother.” —Sara Josepha Hale This Sunday, May 8 is Mother’s Day, a time where […] Read More -
I’ve Chosen Cremation; Now What?
If you are considering cremation as your final disposition, you are not alone. A recent study by the National Funeral Directors Association revealed that in […] Read More -
Louis L’Amour – Distinguished Resident
“Where the leather is scarred, there is a great story to tell.”- Jimmy Tart Americans have had a long-standing fascination with the Wild West. […] Read More -
Peace of Mind
Peace of mind is attained not by ignoring problems, but by solving them. – Raymond Hull Peace of mind. Who doesn’t want it? Merriam […] Read More -
Memorable Epitaphs
We all want to be remembered for something. We have children, we paint, we write, we fight, we conquer. We leave behind marks on the […] Read More -
No Explanation
“You don’t get explanations in real life. You just get moments that are absolutely, utterly, inexplicably odd.” — Neil Gaiman As anyone who has […] Read More