Resources

When you’re planning a funeral or burial, you’re often doing it under pressure. You may be grieving, exhausted, and trying to make decisions quickly—sometimes in a single meeting. In those moments, it’s easy to assume the choices placed in front of you are the only choices you have. But here’s something more families deserve to hear upfront: You don’t have to buy a casket from the funeral home. Even if a funeral director shows you…

Talking about end-of-life decisions isn’t easy — especially when it comes to a conversation about burial wishes. Yet, this dialogue can be one of the most loving and practical gifts you give your family. When wishes are clearly shared and understood, stress is reduced, decisions are aligned, and your loved ones can honor what matters most to you. Death is a part of life that many of us shy away from. Cultural norms often discourage…

For most families, the days following the loss of a loved one are a blur of emotion, decision-making, and unexpected responsibility. In the middle of grief, one of the most shocking discoveries people face is the sheer cost of a standard funeral—especially the price of the casket. Many are stunned to learn that a traditional funeral casket can range anywhere from several thousand dollars to well beyond ten thousand, depending on materials, finishes, and markups.…

Throughout history, humanity has created countless ways to honor the dead — from carved stone sarcophagi to simple shrouds. As woodworking skills spread across cultures, wood became a natural material for burial vessels. Among all the woods used through the centuries, using pine for caskets emerged as one of the most enduring and meaningful choices. Its roots lie in a long legacy of practicality, humility, and connection to the earth, a legacy that continues to…