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In our blog, we share resources and information that families in our community can use to cope with their loss or better understand their grief. We also write about ways we have been involved in the community. Check out our latest posts below.

Woman in black mourning in a cemetery

Is Black My Only Option?

Posted on January 30, 2024 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Death, Dying, Funerals, Memorial Service, Wearing Black

As a licensed funeral director, I’m often asked, “Do I have to wear black to a funeral?”  The answer is, no, black is not the only acceptable color to wear to a funeral or memorial service.  There are, however, certain recommendations of etiquette to follow when selecting an outfit.   I came across a wonderful article […]

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Christmas Tree and Presents

Fun Facts for the Christmas Season

Posted on December 14, 2023 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | 2 Comments
Posted under Christmas, Holidays

I came across an online article from Good Housekeeping entitled “32 Interesting Christmas Facts for a Fun Holiday Trivia Night.”  Written by Asher Fogle and Lizz Schumer, this article will give you a new perspective on everything from Santa Claus to “Jingle Bells.”  Here are a few of my favorites: – Before Coca-Cola decided to […]

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Power of Attorney document

Power of Attorney: What Happens Upon Death?

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | 2 Comments
Posted under Death, Dying, Power of Attorney

Many people assume that whomever had power of attorney during life will continue to have the legal authority to make decisions following death.  This assumption is incorrect the majority of the time.  A power of attorney is simply a document granting another person permission to act on their behalf during their life.  Power of attorney […]

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Pallbearers carrying a casket at a funeral service

Pallbearer: An Honor and a Privilege

Posted on August 2, 2023 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Death, Dying, Funerals, Pallbearer

The term “pallbearer” comes from the Catholic faith.  A pall is a cloth that covers the casket during a funeral mass.  Regardless of whether the casket is modest or elaborate, the pall signifies that all are equal before God. The pallbearers’ responsibility is to carry the casket when needed, such as in and out of […]

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Funeral Procession

Should Funeral Processions be Outlawed?

Posted on May 3, 2023 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Funeral Procession, Funerals

The following is an online quote that I once read:  “I’ve never understood the reasons behind the funeral procession.  Anyone who’s spent any time driving has been caught by one. They’re hard to miss. A long line of cars with orange flags flying, their headlights on and their emergency flashers blinking. They run every light […]

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