by Renaissance Funeral Home | Jan 4, 2022 | Cremation
Whether you choose cremation or burial for your end-of-life plans, there are pros and cons to each. Many more people in the US choose cremation over burial now vs. in the 1950s. The desire for cremation services has increased partly due to less religious taboo but...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Dec 21, 2021 | Cremation
Finding a provider for a simple cremation without all the extras may feel daunting. However, you don’t have to skimp on quality and service to find a simple solution for cremation services. Some cremation providers will work within your budget constraints to help you...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Dec 9, 2021 | Grief
When someone you love nears the end of life due to a chronic condition, you may feel a myriad of emotions or nothing at all. Anticipatory grief occurs when you struggle with difficult emotions because of the situation you find yourself in: soon, you will say goodbye...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Nov 30, 2021 | Funeral Prep, Green Burial, PrePlan, Traditional Burial
Historic Oakwood cemetery in the middle of Raleigh, North Carolina is uniquely situated amid rolling hills and valleys with an abundance of gracefully swaying trees. In the fall, the colorful leaves give the entire area a majestic beauty. As you walk through the...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Nov 22, 2021 | Grief, PrePlan, Traditional Burial
A legacy is most often thought of as a monetary inheritance which is passed on to the next generation. But a legacy is so much more. Our legacy is what and who we were, what we represented, our traits. Our legacy is what kindles memories in those that succeed us. A ...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Nov 15, 2021 | Grief, PrePlan, Traditional Burial
If someone you love is in the end stages of life, you may have many questions. How much time do they have before death? Will you know when they are about to pass away? How can you ensure that you are there when death occurs? Let’s look at what happens minutes before...
