by Renaissance Funeral Home | Mar 8, 2022 | Funeral Prep, Grief
Social pressure to conform keeps most of us wearing clothing that won’t draw too much attention. We want to be seen for who we are and not only for what we wear. However, some events make us think more than twice about what to wear. Let’s look at common-sense funeral...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Feb 28, 2022 | Cremation
Cremation or burial? This is a question many people face when planning a funeral. There are pros and cons to both options, and it ultimately comes down to the preference of the individual or family. In general, cremation tends to be less expensive than burial. The...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Feb 17, 2022 | PrePlan
Planning your own funeral can feel emotionally overwhelming, but your bravery in facing these decisions now prevents your family from facing these difficult decisions later. Beginning the planning process with other family members can make it easier for you to make...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Feb 8, 2022 | Grief
The fear of dying alone is not uncommon. The urban dictionary recently included “monatophobia,” meaning “fear of dying alone.” This new word combines thanatophobia (fear of death) and monophobia (fear of being alone). For many of us, the idea of no one being there for...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Feb 7, 2022 | PrePlan
Individual taxpayers cannot deduct funeral expenses on their tax returns. The IRS allows deductions for medical expenses to prevent or treat a medical illness or condition but not funeral or cremation costs. Alternatively, tax deductions do exist for the estate of a...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Jan 31, 2022 | Cremation, Green Burial, Traditional Burial
If you’re wondering about how to plan for end-of-life, your options are many and varied. Traditional burial is no longer the only way to go out. Religious and cultural prohibitions against cremation are subsiding, and many see cremation as a more cost-effective and...
