Funeral planning is the process of making arrangements for end-of-life services and addressing legal requirements related to a person's passing. This process can involve choosing the type of funeral ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What types of funeral benefits are available to veterans? My 83-year-old father, who has Alzheimer’s disease, served during the Vietnam War. — Planning Ahead Dear Planning Ahead: ...

Most funeral homes today offer what is known as “preneed plans” which allow you to prearrange for the type of funeral services you want and prepay with a lump sum or through installments. The funeral ...

Planning ahead for life’s major events is wise. Purchasing a house or car, saving for college, preparing for retirement, and drafting a will or a trust are just some things that people can and should ...

Alternative funeral methods are gaining attention for their symbolism, spirituality, or sustainability. Across the globe, people honour their dead in different ways. Some are rooted in ancient ...

The council says it has launched a new website to promote its own lower-cost funeral options.