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11/05/2026

Celebrate the life of Deborah Berfanger, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Alexander Funeral Home-West Chapel.

11/05/2026

11/05/2026

Celebrate the life of Charles Brown, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Alexander Funeral Home-West Chapel.

11/04/2026

Improve your mental wellbeing at work and in everyday life on Stress Awareness Day by noticing stressors and using tactics like journaling to combat them. Stress can be a real killer, both in the workplace and in the busy, day-to-day life of each person on earth. While stress certainly serves a solid purpose in human biology, it is also true that modern life has brought about a surplus of causes that haunt people from day-to-day. And the impact has been, for some people, rather catastrophic.

11/03/2026

Election Day in the USA is a vibrant event filled with anticipation. Citizens across the nation flock to polling stations, eager to cast their votes.
This day crackles with excitement as people engage in the democratic process. Voting locations transform into hubs of civic activity, with everyone contributing to the future of their country. The communal energy and sense of purpose make Election Day unforgettable.
The celebration of Election Day honors the democratic system. This day highlights the importance of voting, which is a fundamental right.

11/03/2026

Celebrate the life of Julie Riney, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Alexander Funeral Home-West Chapel.

10/30/2026

Developed just prior to the turn of the century, Create a Great Funeral Day is barely a decade old. Registered as an official holiday by Stephanie West Allen as a way of attempting to relieve the pressure of having to decide what a loved one would want for their final send off, this day got its start in 1999.
was founded with the hopes of getting loved ones to sit down together and talk about what they would want at their funeral while they are still young and healthy enough to have the conversation. This type of forward thinking helps loved ones know what the plan is when the time comes and keeps them from having to juggle their grief with trying to plan a funeral and guess what they would have wanted.
While life is a beautiful thing, it also inevitably comes to an end. Barring the discovery of the fountain of youth very soon, everyone is going to die at some point. And when that happens, it’s very good if the family members and loved ones of the deceased can be prepared by knowing and even having a list of how to proceed.
And that’s what Create a Great Funeral Day is all about … sharing preferences and opening up a healthy conversation about death. Engaging in heartfelt conversations about the final journey ensures wishes are honored, easing the burden on loved ones during difficult times.
One of the most important things to do on Create a Great Funeral Day is to open up the lines of communication with loved ones. Whether aging parents, a spouse, aunts and uncles, or even siblings, it’s important to remember that EVERYONE dies at some point. So, get the conversation rolling with some questions regarding preferences – and write them down to make it easier to save them for later.
Try discussing some of these topics:
• How does the person feel about organ donation?
• Which is preferred, burial or cremation? Maybe a Green funeral?
• Would flowers be welcome or would it be better to make a donation to a charity?
• What would they like their obituary to say?

10/29/2026

Every second is crucial when a person has a stroke and minutes can save lives.
World Stroke Day is meant to raise awareness about the serious nature of this disease for people all over the world. One of the most important things to do in observance of World Stroke Day is to learn more about this disease, its causes, prevention and treatments.

10/28/2026

"Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free…. I lift my lamp beside the golden door!" – Statue of Liberty, New York City, USA

Celebrating the ‘melting pot’ that is the United States, National Immigrants Day brings to light the uniqueness of the background of the various cultures of people who now make up the American people. With more immigrants than any other single nation, the United States is a place that has traditionally held open arms to those interested in starting a new life. With more than 45 million immigrants, or 14 percent of the population, most people don’t have to look very far back in their line of parents or grandparents to find someone who started their lives afresh in the USA.
National Immigrants Day is meant to give a salute to those whose roots may come from somewhere else but are now planted firming in the United States of America. So raise a glad, have a toast, or say congratulations to those immigrants who make up the landscape of the American population today.

09/25/2023

SCI is excited to launch the 2024 Scholarship Program application period. Current mortuary students can apply today!
SCI has awarded 477 Mortuary Science students with over $890,000 in awards to date.
This year we will award over $96,000 in scholarships to 25 students with the top award being $10,000!
Access your application by utilizing the QR code. The deadline to apply is December 31, 2023.
Any questions should be directed to [email protected].

08/07/2023

Entire books have been written about the language of flowers. Throughout the ages and around the world, different types of flowers have been assigned certain sentiments. The kinds you choose for a funeral floral arrangement can carry subtle meanings, and those meanings can vary from culture to culture.

Want to know the meaning of each type of flower? Look through our helpful guide for tips on which flowers to order. Learn more today!

08/06/2023

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08/05/2023

The days after losing a loved one can be hard. Financial surprises can make them even harder. Here's what to know about a matter that catches many families off guard.

Families with prepaid cemetery property are often surprised by opening and closing fees, also called cemetery professional service fees. Here's how to avoid being caught off guard by unexpected burial expenses.

08/04/2023

Funerals are not unique to humans. Elephants, dolphins, chimpanzees, crows and other animals have been discovered demonstrating ritualistic mourning behaviors.

08/03/2023

Social connections may help protect health and lengthen life. Scientists are finding that our link to others can have powerful effects on our health. Whether with family, friends, neighbors, romantic partners or others, social connections can influence our biology and well-being. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3tHaSaR

08/02/2023

Extending back to ancient times, the funeral procession allows friends and family to accompany their loved one to the loved one's final resting place or crematory. What should you do if you're part of a funeral procession?

Across different faiths and cultures, the funeral procession is a common tradition. What should you do if you're part of a funeral procession? Brush up on etiquette.

08/01/2023

What makes a Dignity Memorial provider different? They offer unique benefits like Relocation Protection, Lifetime Flexibility, Purchase Protection, Family First Cost Coverage and more. Call us now to learn more. https://bit.ly/3O5D4MQ