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Funerals guides.
Practical answers to the questions families often ask. Written by Willed's specialists, no legal jargon.
- Traditions and Etiquette of Buddhist Funerals
Buddhist funerals are built on the belief in reincarnation. Keep reading to learn more about the traditions and proper etiquette.
Willed - Burial vs Cremation: How to Choose Between Burial and Cremation
Not sure the difference between a burial vs cremation? This guide will help you understand the benefits of both.
Willed - What happens to a body in a coffin?
We’re breaking down the process of decomposition for you, because we know that asking your family and friends about it can feel pretty uncomfortable (and, let’s be honest, a little bit weird).
Ariella Birnbaum - 5 Ways the Future of Funerals is Changing
In with the new, out with the old - how the future of funerals is letting go of old tradition in these five ways. Keep reading to learn more.
Willed - Can You Serve Alcohol at a Memorial?
Is it okay to serve alcohol at a memorial? Read both takes below.
Ariella Birnbaum - Funerals, Memorials and Wakes. What’s the difference?
Make sure you find the best way to say goodbye to a loved one with this guide to the key differences between end-of-life services and celebrations.
Ariella Birnbaum - What Happens When Burial Plots Run Out?
Many Australian councils have already run out of cemeterial space. So, what happens when there are no more burial plots to buy? *Talk about a plot twist.*
Ariella Birnbaum - Which Cremation Urn is best?
There are several factors to consider when selecting a cremation urn for a loved one’s ashes.
Rachel Hechtman - 10 Most Played Funeral Songs
When it comes to funeral songs, themes of love, loss and sadness are universal. Here are 10 musical tributes that have stood the test of time.
Dave Kaplan - Where to find Death & Funeral Notices in Australia
When someone passes away it is commonplace for their loved ones to arrange a death notice and then a funeral notice. Read on for some tips to find these.
Rachel Hechtman - Cemeteries vs Graveyards: What’s the difference?
Although the terms Cemetery and Graveyard are used interchangeably, they aren’t actually one and the same. Let’s unpack the main differences below.
Ariella Birnbaum - A complete guide to headstone and monument terms & meanings
How do you decide on the perfect monument, gravestone, tomb, plaque or urn for your loved one? And then once you’ve chosen, how on earth do you communicate the style, materials, look and feel you’re going for? Great questions. And in this guide we’ll answer them all for you.
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