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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 »
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Our Family Serving YoursPosted: 02/08/2021
Family-owned businesses, such as Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory build their reputation by delivering on their promises. For the Wilson St. Pierre family, this means surpassing expectations as we serve our neighbors in Indianapolis , Greenwood, and Pendleton . Our family has owned and operated Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory for more than 80… Read more »
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10 Ideas to Help Children Remember a Loved OnePosted: 02/01/2021
Saying goodbye to a special person who has died is one of the most painful and confusing experiences a child can go through. One way to support them through it is to think of ways to honor and remember the loved one in years to come. These activities or rituals give an opportunity to talk… Read more »
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Creative Ways to Memorialize with CremationPosted: 01/11/2021
When a family in Indianapolis , Greenwood, and Pendleton is considering cremation instead of traditional burial, they may wonder if their options are limited or even impersonal – but this is definitely not the case when you choose St. Pierre Family Funeral . More people in the Indianapolis area and around the U.S. are choosing… Read more »
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How to Help a Grieving Loved OnePosted: 01/04/2021
Grief hits every person differently. It can manifest itself in anger, isolation, depression, and many other unexpected emotions. As you support someone who has lost a loved one, it is important to know how to help them during this difficult time. Our staff at St. Pierre Family Funeral know that when you try to console… Read more »
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What Family Ownership Means For YouPosted: 12/08/2020
Since St. Pierre Family Funeral opened our doors, the St. Pierre family and our entire team have been committed to serving the families of Indianapolis, Greenwood, and Pendleton during some of their most difficult moments. It’s not just a job for us; it truly is our calling. Every day, you hear about more and more… Read more »