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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.

Most Expensive Funerals

Posted on October 8, 2024 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Death, Dying, Expensive Funerals

Who had the most expensive funeral in modern history?  The answer appears to be up for debate, as different sources credit several different people as the victor of this posthumous competition.  Top contenders include:  * Michael Jackson – $1 million dollars (2009).  Jackson was presented in a polished solid bronze Promethean casket with gold-plated hardware, […]

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The Birthday Effect

The Birthday Effect

Posted on September 3, 2024 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Death, Dying, The Birthday Effect

The “birthday effect” is a statistical phenomenon in which a person’s likelihood of dying is higher on, or around, their birthday.  Even more interesting, a 2012 Swiss study found that you’re statistically 13.8% more likely to die on your actual birthday than any other single day in the year (in adults aged 60 or older).   […]

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Grieving woman with a funeral director

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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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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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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