Susan Reese- Fairmount Memorial- Funeral & Cemetery Planning

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Human composting is now legal in five states California is now the fifth state to legalize human composting, a more environmentally friendly alternative to burial or cremation.

If you or someone you know is interested in a more "natural" final resting place, join us for this educational open house on the topic. Plus, if you've never seen Heritage Funeral Home, it's kind of a "must see" as Funeral Homes go in the area.

I would be happy to give you a tour!

Human Composting: Turning human remains into life-giving soil - KXLY SPOKANE, Wash. — Human composting. The term might raise an eyebrow. It’s a new process that could be catching on. It’s one of a few, newer, and more sustainable options being offered to the Spokane community as a final resting place for their loved ones. First made legal in Washington back in ...

There is a conspiracy at Fairmount..

Your family estate is only limited by your imagination...

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When I’m sad I need someone to tell me that it’s okay to be sad…

Take advantage of our summer cemetery special. No interest financing available.

Hillcrest Scattering Garden is blooming around loved ones…

Always beauty in and around Fairmount Memorial Cemetery…stop in….bring a camera…

Come see why cemeteries matter...

Gearing up for an incredible Memorial Day (weekend) celebration at all of our cemeteries. With thousands of flags up, you'll want to stop by, it's really something to see!

Heartwarming to see loved ones flocking into the cemetery to see their moms and other family members. The cemetery is green, flowers have been arriving by the boatload and folks are trimming and polishing headstones and markers. Time for a visit to one of Fairmounts Cemeteries!

We all “put on the face” don’t we?

Does Life Insurance Pay Funeral Expenses?
The answer is… it can… but should it? Life Insurance is intended for many things, including helping to pay on-going family expenses after you pass. Life Insurance typically doesn’t pay out quickly. It is necessary to have access to funds to cover funeral expenses right away. Life Insurance is typically used to replace lost income, pay off debts and taxes associated with an estate as well as other costs such as courts, attorneys and other unexpected bills. Sometimes Life Insurance Policies are not enough to cover these, let alone Funeral Expenses.
According to the National Funeral Directors Association, the median cost of a funeral in 2021 was $9,420.00. This includes the cost of the vault which is an expense required by most cemeteries these days. This can be a significant amount of money for loved ones to put out in an unexpected time of need. If they have to wait for the life insurance company to send in the lump sum check, it could cost more in the end because while you wait… there are “storage” fees accumulating.
And what about that Beneficiary? Once the check comes in the mail, the Beneficiary can (and will) do anything they want to with the money. This may mean you do not get the type of funeral you envision for yourself. No, this doesn’t happen regularly, but it does happen. Money does strange things to people…
The idea of Life Insurance, is leaving money behind for the living. If the living have to use the Life Insurance Funds for all of these inevitable expenses, then you really haven’t left them anything at all. The safest and kindest strategy is to make a plan (and pay for it) ahead of time. Many scoff at this idea while at the same time are carefully creating a will and estate plan. Why stop there?
Family members are often frustrated when having to make arrangements for lost ones during a time of grieving. Siblings don’t always agree on how, where or when and anger boils over. I’ve noticed that the family members whose parents, for example, left a well thought out plan for where they wanted to be buried, how (burial or cremation) and what type of remembrance they would like to have, are simply thankful and relieved. They know their loved one is going to be laid to rest according to a well thought out plan.
Pre-planning is thoughtful, it’s affordable with monthly payments that you can be comfortable with and most of all… will give you and your family peace of mind.

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The middle school Principal stopped in to introduce himself and chat for a few. He and his peeps have given much thought as to how they intend to be a thoughtful and caring neighbor when the school opens in August. Nice guy!

Please note that there will be city road construction on your way to Fairmount Memorial Park from April 11th to May 16th.

I hear this is really something to see...

Please join us tomorrow for this In-Person Outdoor Easter Sunrise Service at the Cross of Greenwood Memorial Terrace - Easter Morning at 6:30 AM. Contact [email protected] for details.

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Are Cemeteries “Scary” Places?
Ask the families who spend time in cemeteries. They are not only there to visit loved ones, but they come to exercise, walk the dog, reflect, meditate, and even take senior photos (as I did with my daughter some 10 years ago)! Most reputable cemeteries are well maintained, safe and peaceful. Want to get away from the “noise” of life for a while? Visit a cemetery.
When you visit your local cemetery, take the time to look at the history that is forever enshrined there. You’ll find the historical markers educational and meaningful. Many grave markers tell stories of lives well lived and many tell the story of the area’s groundbreakers, politicians, public servants, and people making important impacts on their communities in their day. The reason the family spent the time and money on telling such stories is so that the legacy of that family member does not go forgotten.
Visit a cemetery. I think you’ll find nothing but comfort there. The friends and family members resting peacefully there are nothing to be afraid or freaked out about. They are at peace; they would want you to be as well.

Let's Make A Plan! Why do families pre-plan cemetery and funeral arrangements? Most families who experience the loss of a loved one breathe a huge sigh of relief when they find out there is a plan alreay in place and all of those "hard" questions have already been answered. In addition, the process can be expensive and those expenses must be paid at the time of death. Most families do not have the cash resources to take care of this. Let's Make A Plan!