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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.

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What is Aftercare?

Posted on June 4, 2024 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Aftercare, Cremation, Death, Funerals

The term “aftercare” is used within the funeral profession to refer to the continued support and guidance received in the days, weeks, and months following the death of a loved one.  Our assistance does not immediately come to an end following the funeral or memorial service – we continue to help and guide you in […]

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The Happiest Place on Earth…To Scatter Your Loved One’s Ashes?

Posted on August 17, 2022 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Cremated Remains, Cremation

Did you know that some people consider Disney Theme Parks ideal locations for scattering their loved one’s cremated remains?  Exploring this anomaly is an article published in 2018 by the Wall Street Journal authored by Erich Schwartzel, “Disney World’s Big Secret: It’s a Favorite Spot to Scatter Family Ashes.” Disney amusement parks attract millions of […]

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The Greatest Misconception in Pre-planning Your Final Arrangements

Posted on July 28, 2022 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Cremation, Funerals, Pre-planning

What is the greatest misconception in pre-planning your final arrangements?  Many people believe that pre-planning equates to paying the funeral home in advance.  This is not the case – the funeral home receives money only after death occurs. When you prepay your final expenses, your funds are held in a life insurance policy until the […]

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Pre-planning Cremation: Where to Begin?

Posted on January 6, 2022 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Cremation, Death, Pre-planning

A new year is upon us, and many individuals are interested in putting their affairs in order.  Pre-planning your final arrangements is an excellent way to accomplish this resolution.  As you begin the cremation pre-planning process, it is important to remember that you are not just planning for yourself. You are making arrangements and decisions […]

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When Death Occurs Away From Home

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Cremation, Funerals, Travel

Few things in life are more stressful than dealing with the death of a loved one.  But can you imagine a loved one unexpectedly dying while away from home?  Most people would be completely unprepared if a death occurred during a vacation, business trip, or family visit.  What would you do?  Where would you begin? […]

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