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Grieving a Parent’s Death

May 2, 2022April 6, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

When you lose a parent, you may not be sure what to expect from the process and you may not know how to make yourself get through it in a way that allows for maximum healing. There are all manner Read More

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How to Plan a Unique Service for a Loved One

April 25, 2022April 6, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

For those who are planning on making arrangements for a loved one who has died, you want to consider planning a unique service. You do not have to have the same kind of service for your loved one as other Read More

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What Not to Say to Someone Grieving

April 18, 2022May 3, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

When you speak with someone who is grieving a loss, you want to be sure that you can offer them the kind of support that the person needs. It is not always easy to know what to say to someone Read More

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Sympathy Gifts to Consider

April 11, 2022April 6, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

When you learn that a loved one is grieving the passing of someone, you may not be sure what you can do to help them get through the loss. There are some things that can actually help and one of Read More

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Should You Write a Will?

April 4, 2022April 6, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

Thinking about your own death is not something anyone enjoys, but it can be the responsible thing to do. Writing your will is something that can make a huge difference to your loved ones, so you definitely want to consider Read More

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When Not to Attend a Service

March 28, 2022February 2, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

If you have lost a loved one, you may be thinking of going to their funeral or memorial service. This is something that can bring closure and that can help say goodbye to the person, but there are some instances Read More

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How Grief Can Change with Time

March 21, 2022February 2, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

Grieving the loss of a loved one is something that can take time and that can be very stressful. It is also something that is different for everyone, so knowing what to expect is not easy. As time passes, there Read More

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Misconceptions About Cremation Services

March 14, 2022February 2, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

When deciding if burial or cremation is best for your loved one, you want to have a good sense of what each option offers. This can be tough to do with the many misconceptions out there about cremation services. There Read More

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Relieving Stress When Planning a Service

March 7, 2022February 2, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

After the death of a loved one, your stress levels are probably going to be much higher than usual. You will be dealing with the loss of a loved one and you may also have to worry about making the Read More

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What You May Not Know About Grief

February 28, 2022February 2, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

The death of a loved one will leave you reeling with grief and this is something that can make it seem like you will never get past the loss. One thing that can help you get through this is to Read More

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What is Water Cremation and What Can it Offer?

February 21, 2022October 15, 2024 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

When getting ready to decide on the options that you want for a loved one, one choice you have is bio cremation. Bio cremation, also known as water cremation, is an option that is not done with heat but with Read More

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Choosing an Outfit for a Deceased Loved One

February 14, 2022February 2, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

When you start making arrangements after the death of a loved one, you want to remember that you may have to choose the outfit in which they are buried or cremated. If that is the case, you want to be Read More

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Speaking with Loved Ones About Final Wishes

February 7, 2022February 2, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

One very responsible thing you can do is let your loved ones know what your final wishes are. This can help reduce any confusion after you are no longer there and it can also make it easier for your loved Read More

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What to Do with Cremated Remains

January 24, 2022December 9, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

As you make arrangements for the remains of a loved one who wanted to be cremated, it can help to know what options you have. This is especially important if you want to do something more original for your loved Read More

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Flowers for a Funeral Service

January 17, 2022December 9, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

Planning the funeral or memorial service for a loved one is a process that can take time and that will require you to make all manner of decisions. One of these decisions can be the choice of flowers. Having flowers Read More

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Mistakes to Avoid When Preplanning

January 10, 2022April 6, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

Preplanning is an option that more people are turning to. It can offer many benefits, including the chance to get the exact services you want without putting a financial strain on your loved ones or forcing them to make the Read More

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How to Choose an Artisan-Made Casket

January 3, 2022December 9, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

When deciding on the type of casket you want for a loved one, lots of people go for artisan-made options. These caskets can be custom made and original, allowing your loved one to have something unique. If you would like Read More

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Ways of Helping a Grieving Person from Afar

December 27, 2021November 2, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

Seeing someone you love going through a grieving period can be devastating and you may not be sure how to help them. This can be especially tough if you are not able to be there in person with your loved Read More

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What to Expect from a Great Funeral Home

December 20, 2021December 9, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

It is always important to have the right provider of funerary services when you start making arrangements for a loved one. It is already complex enough to have to decide on what to choose for them, but it can be Read More

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Reasons Cremation Services are More Popular

December 13, 2021November 2, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

For people who have to decide for a loved one what funerary options to choose, it can be tough to know how to narrow choices down and how to begin. One of the options that you want to consider is Read More

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Should You Take Pictures at a Home Wake?

December 6, 2021November 2, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

Attending a home wake can be a good experience for the process of healing. It can let you say goodbye to your loved one and it can also offer the kind of closure that you may need. If this is Read More

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How to Choose the Right Provider

November 22, 2021September 25, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

Perhaps one of the most important things you need to do after the death of a loved one is find the right provider of the funerary services you want. Having the right people helping you can make every decision you Read More

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How Technology Can Help After A Death

November 15, 2021September 25, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

One thing that not everyone realizes is that technology can make it a bit easier to lay a loved one who has died to rest. There are many things that technology can make a bit simpler and that is something Read More

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Letting a Child Know About a Death

November 8, 2021December 13, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

It is an incredibly difficult thing to let a child know about the death of a loved one. Parents do not want to cause any kind of pain and so they do not know how to tackle this kind of Read More

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How to Organize a Home Wake

November 1, 2021September 25, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

It can be important to think about the right funerary options for a loved one. One of these options is to have a wake at home for them. That is an option that more people are choosing lately and it Read More

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What to Consider About Preplanning

October 25, 2021November 2, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

When you start thinking about whether or not preplanning is the right choice for you and your family, it can be important to consider a number of things. Preplanning can be a great way of ensuring your loved ones do Read More

We got interviewed by Australian radio

October 20, 2021May 21, 2024 Ben MartinMedia

Weekend Evenings with Christine Anu You can listen by clicking here.  

Body composting begins in Colorado, after state legalizes this alternative to burial or cremation

October 20, 2021May 21, 2024 Ben MartinMedia

Denver Channel 9 Local News Story

Colorado Families Share Process Of “Green Funerals”

October 20, 2021May 21, 2024 Ben MartinMedia

Denver Channel 4 Local News Story Colorado Families Share Process Of “Green Funerals”  

Body composting, recently approved by Colorado lawmakers, is a “green” alternative to burial and cremation

October 20, 2021August 13, 2025 Ben MartinMedia

Here’s an article by the Associated Press that received national attention.

Colorado becomes the 2nd state allow for human composting

October 20, 2021October 20, 2021 Ben MartinMedia

Colorado becomes the 2nd state allow for human composting. Channel 9 TV News interviews Karen about Natural Organic Reduction. KOAA News5 interviews Karen, too!

Here’s an article about Natural Organic Reduction coming to Colorado, but features The Natural Funeral as one of it’s champions

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Meet Karen van Vuuren: Co-founder of Colorado’s first holistic funeral home

October 20, 2021May 21, 2024 Ben MartinMedia

Meet Karen van Vuuren: Co-founder of Colorado’s first holistic funeral home

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This episode introduces Karen van Vuuren, co-founder of Colorado’s first independent, holistic funeral home

October 20, 2021May 21, 2024 Ben MartinMedia

  This episode introduces Karen van Vuuren, co-founder of Colorado’s first independent, holistic funeral home.

Death Science Podcast

October 20, 2021October 20, 2021 Ben MartinMedia

5280 Magazine (Sept 2018)

October 20, 2021October 20, 2021 Ben MartinMedia

Here’s an article in 5280 Magazine that mentions us near the end in the paragraph about Green Burial.       Green Burials are a Growing Trend in Colorado: ABC News Denver 7 KGMH Denver7 reporter Jennifer Kovaleski tells us Read More

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Choosing a Burial Plot

October 18, 2021September 25, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

After the death of a loved one, there can be all manner of decisions that you need to make. One of these can be choosing the burial plot for a loved one. You want to think carefully about this choice Read More

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How to Write a Condolence Letter

October 11, 2021September 25, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

Hearing that a loved one is going through a mourning period and that they are dealing with the loss of a death is something that can leave you feeling unsure of how to help. One thing that you can do Read More

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Planning the Service for a Child

October 4, 2021September 25, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

Losing your child is something that is extremely difficult to go through. One of the most important things that you can do is have a service. The service will allow you to get the kind of closure you need and Read More

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Mourning a Loved One

September 27, 2021August 11, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

Going through a mourning period is something that can leave you struggling and unsure of how you will keep going. It can be important to know what to expect from this kind of grief so that you can get through Read More

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The Benefits of Green Burial: Why You Should Consider a Natural Funeral

September 20, 2021January 24, 2022 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

When most people think about funerals, the traditional image of a casket and burial comes to mind. However, green burial is becoming an increasingly popular option for those who want to have a more natural funeral. Green burials can take Read More

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What to Expect from Reverent Body Care

September 13, 2021August 11, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

Many people feel that embalming a loved one is an invasive process that is not suitable for their loved ones. You still want to honor the person and take care of their body, preparing them for the services you want, Read More

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What You May Not Know About Water Cremation Services

September 6, 2021August 11, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

There are lots of cremation options that you may be considering for a loved one who has died. One of these is water cremation. Water cremation, sometimes also known as bio cremation, is an option that more people are opting Read More

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Funeral Announcements

August 23, 2021August 11, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

There will be many things you need to do after the death of a loved one and one of these things can be to let people know about the death and when the service will be. One way of doing Read More

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Dos and Do Nots of Choosing a Funeral Home Director

August 16, 2021August 11, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

The funeral director you choose to help you with the arrangements for a loved one who has died is crucial. They will be able to guide you through the process and ensure that everything is done as you want it Read More

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Tips for Choosing Music for a Memorial Service

August 9, 2021August 3, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentCremation Services

It can be important to consider the kind of music that you want for the service of a loved one. Different options can be appropriate for different kinds of service and you want to take some time to think about Read More

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How to Choose an Outfit for a Summer Service

August 2, 2021August 3, 2021 Ben MartinFuneral Home

As you start thinking about attending the service of a loved one that will take place during the summer months and outside, you want to be sure that you know what you want to wear. Most people have an idea Read More

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Preparing a Eulogy

July 26, 2021June 24, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

When you lose a loved one, writing and giving a eulogy at their service can be a way of getting closure and of letting people know how much the person meant to you. It can be tough to write a Read More

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What You May Not Know About Funerals

July 19, 2021June 24, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

When planning the funerary services for a loved one, it can make a huge difference to have as much information as possible about the options available. Many times, people think they know all about funeral services, but there are many Read More

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How to Write a Sympathy Letter

July 12, 2021June 24, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Cremation Services

After hearing about a loved one suffering through a loss, one of the things that you can do is offer them a letter of sympathy. This can help them feel like they are not alone with the grief and it Read More

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Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Funeral Home

July 5, 2021June 24, 2021 Ben MartinLeave a commentBlog, Funeral Home

When planning funerary services for a loved one, one of the most crucial things you can do is get the right provider of the services. This can allow you to focus on the grieving process, since it means that you Read More

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