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Meaningful Ways to Honor a VeteranPosted: 07/12/2021
Throughout our many years of serving Indianapolis, Greenwood, and Pendleton families, our staff at St. Pierre Family Funeral & Cremation Services believes this: There is no greater honor than caring for veterans and their families. For us, it’s one way to say thank you to those brave men and women who give so much to… Read more »
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How to Choose a Funeral HomePosted: 07/09/2021
Selecting a funeral home isn’t something many Indianapolis families think about – until a need arises. Our caring team at St. Pierre Family Funeral & Cremation Services understands that choosing a funeral home is a significant decision to make during an already difficult time. We’re here to help our neighbors in Indianapolis, Greenwood, Pendleton and… Read more »
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Understanding the Cremation and Burial ProcessPosted: 06/14/2021
Until a loved one dies, many families in Indianapolis , Greenwood, and Pendleton don’t know the extent of end-of-life options, including the details of cremation, traditional burial, and the selection of a final resting place. Our St. Pierre Family Funeral & Cremation Services staff hears questions like, “Can we have a funeral even with cremation?”… Read more »
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5 Ways to Help Children Remember Their GrandparentsPosted: 06/07/2021
For many children, a grandparent’s love is like none other. The security, the steadiness, the warmth – that kind of love fosters a connection that cannot be replicated. That kind of love is also why the death of a grandparent can leave a child – no matter their age – feeling stunned and lost. Our… Read more »
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Why You Should Choose a Funeral Home with Its Own Crematory?Posted: 05/10/2021
When we’re talking to a Indianapolis, Greenwood, or Pendleton family about end-of-life arrangements for their loved one here at St. Pierre Family Funeral & Cremation Services , we’re always sure to mention that we own our own on-site crematory. Why is this an important part of the conversation? There are many reasons, starting with the… Read more »
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How to Make a Veteran’s Funeral SpecialPosted: 05/05/2021
Our staff at St. Pierre Family Funeral & Cremation Services agrees there is no greater honor than caring for veterans and their families. We will never forget moving moments like these: Soldiers presenting the folded American flag to a grieving family. A bugler playing Taps. A three-gun volley fired by service members. St. Pierre Family… Read more »
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How Social Media Can Affect the Way We GrievePosted: 04/12/2021
During our many years helping Indianapolis , Greenwood, and Pendleton families here at St. Pierre Family Funeral & Cremation Services , our staff has gained a lot of knowledge and understanding about the grieving process. We often hear that grief has no timetable – and this is something we’ve both seen and experienced ourselves. Grief… Read more »
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What are Our Options? Alternatives to Traditional FuneralsPosted: 04/12/2021
If a member of our care team asked you what you envision for your own funeral, what would you say? Would it look like other services you have attended, perhaps held in a place of worship or a funeral home? Would you want a formal gathering, solemn in nature, with guests dressed in black? Or… Read more »
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FAQs About Virtual ArrangementsPosted: 03/08/2021
When it comes to make funeral arrangements for a loved one, or when putting your own funeral and burial plans in place ahead of time, in-person meetings have worked for nearly everyone – up until now. Life has changed, and we’re keeping up with the times by offering virtual arrangements to better assist families in… Read more »
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Is a Funeral Worth the Hassle and Expense?Posted: 03/01/2021
When a loved one dies, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed by the thought of planning a funeral or memorial service. The details, the cost, and the emotional investment may seem to add more stress to an already difficult situation. At Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory , we know it’s extremely important to honor and celebrate the life… Read more »