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...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Nov 15, 2021 | Cremation, Funeral Prep, PrePlan
In past years, burial with a memorial granite gravestone was a popular choice for almost everyone who passed away in the US. However, in recent years, the popularity of cremation is increasing. Cremation is the process a funeral home or other provider uses to dispose...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Oct 28, 2021 | Funeral Prep, PrePlan
As you grow older, you may wonder who will care for you if you can no longer care for yourself. If you own a home or a bank account, you have assets you’d like to protect if you need long-term care. Nursing home care costs can eat away everything you’ve saved over...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Oct 7, 2021 | Blog, Funeral Prep, PrePlan, Traditional Burial
When a loved one passes on, you want to honor their life, what they meant to you, and how they changed the lives of those around them. Spending time with friends and family who are also suffering a loss can help relieve a bit of the heartbreak as you relive your...