Finding Families: How Cemeteries Can Aid in Genealogy Searches
Searching for long-lost—or even until-now-unknown—relatives is nothing new. When European immigrants made their way to the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, genealogy was a way for them to prove their social status. As decades wore on, more and more people became interested in becoming ancestral detectives, of sorts—learning not only […]
The Importance of Burial Grounds in Urban Areas
Respecting and mourning the dead appropriately continues to be an essential part of modern culture. Regular access to burial grounds is crucial for all, even those who live in the depths of big cities. It is vital there are enough churchyards, cemeteries, and burial grounds that are accessible to everyone. However, a lack of space […]
Cemetery Mapping: Cost Effective Tools Mean It Doesn’t Have To Be Out Of Reach
There is no denying that technology has helped improve the death care experience, both for the family and friends of the deceased but also for those working in the industry. But perhaps one of the areas where such innovation has been most transformational is in the area of cemetery mapping. Traditionally, cemetery layouts and inventory […]
Unlock Your Business Potential: Why Comprehensive Reporting is Important
In any funeral home, cemetery or crematory, having a comprehensive overview of your business is essential to maintaining a sustainable operation. Whether you need a snapshot of your financial position or projections for the year ahead, an indicator of the current state of company assets, or need to ensure regulatory compliance, there are many reasons […]
Records Management Made Easy: The Benefits of Digitizing Your Records
Records are at the heart of every cemetery and not only provide an invaluable window into the past but are critical to planning and managing its future. In an increasingly tech-driven world, digitization transforms the way we record, manage and track data, and burial records are no exception. Digitizing burial records is not a new […]
