Local Cremation Blog
Why do I need a burial container?
August 9th, 2017In my conversations with families about cemetery burials, I find that many don’t know about the outer burial container – commonly called “vaults” – or don’t understand why we have them. So I’d like share a little about these containers that began as a form of crime prevention (more about that in a moment) and …
Read MoreColumbarium or mausoleum: Above ground, permanent resting places
July 17th, 2017At some point, you’ve probably passed a traditional cemetery and wondered about the ornate building(s) on the grounds. More often than not, that building is a mausoleum. It could also be a columbarium, or a combination of both. Here’s a quick look at where those terms came from and what they mean now. The National …
Read MoreBurial Options at a Glance
April 12th, 2017An at-a-glance explanation of burial options available in Texas.
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