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The Importance of Preplanning with a Chronic or Terminal IllnessPosted: 08/21/2024
At Calhoun Funeral Home & Cremation Service, we encourage every family who walks through our doors to preplan their funeral or cremation. We’ve helped families in Akron, Cleveland, and Bedford Heights experience the benefits of making funeral arrangements ahead of time. Many of them feel peace of mind knowing all the important end-of-life decisions have …
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How Do I Know if Cremation Is Right for Me?Posted: 08/21/2024
We meet with families every day who must make end-of-life decisions on behalf of their loved ones who have died. This is often very stressful, as the family may not know what their loved one would have wanted. Where should the final resting place be located? Should they have a large funeral with a visitation …
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Creative Ways to Display Your Family HeirloomsPosted: 08/05/2024
Throughout our lives, we collect quite a few possessions: furniture, clothing, knickknacks, books, and more. When a family member dies, they leave their belongings behind along with the question, “What should you do with all of this stuff?” It’s no surprise this is a highly sensitive issue, as these items serve as a visible reminder …
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3 Reasons to Choose Your Own Final Resting PlacePosted: 08/05/2024
At Calhoun Funeral Home & Cremation Service, we’ve talked to many people who have said this: “When I witnessed my loved one’s burial, I couldn’t help but think of where I would like to be laid to rest. How do I go about making that decision?” We thought it would be helpful to offer guidance since …
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Personalization: Show What Made Your Loved One SpecialPosted: 06/29/2024
At Calhoun Funeral Home & Cremation Service, we believe every life in Northeast Ohio represents a unique story. When it comes time to say goodbye to your loved one, our goal is to help you tell their story in the most meaningful, personal way possible. Our trained staff will spend time with you, listen to …
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Coping with the Loss of a ParentPosted: 06/19/2024
Losing a parent is a particular loss that hits every individual differently. No matter when or how the death occurs, the corresponding grief can be incredibly difficult to face. Perhaps you spoke frequently with your mother or father and now find it unbearable that you can’t call or text them to catch up. At Calhoun …
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We Are Proud to Fly the Flag for Our VeteransPosted: 05/17/2024
As we consider the young men and women who have fought for our freedom throughout the years, whether overseas or protecting our borders at home, the words “You’re a grand ole’ flag, you’re a high-flying flag” take on special meaning. As Americans – and as people from Northeast Ohio, we are so proud of what …
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7 Unusual Funeral Terms You May Not KnowPosted: 05/17/2024
People who aren’t involved in the funeral industry may not understand a lot of the terms that come up while they’re planning a funeral or memorial service. To help our neighbors in Northeast Ohio and beyond navigate this unfamiliar territory, our team at Calhoun Funeral Home & Cremation Service put together a list of 7 unusual funeral terms …
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How a Funeral Reception Helps Loved Ones HealPosted: 04/11/2024
We can’t tell you how many times people have told our staff at Calhoun Funeral Home & Cremation Service that attending their loved one’s funeral was a blur. That the time went by so quickly that they didn’t have a chance to reflect or connect with family and friends. Having attended countless funerals in Northeast …
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What Family Ownership Means For YouPosted: 04/11/2024
Since Calhoun Funeral Home & Cremation Service opened our doors about three decades ago, Byron Calhoun and our entire team have been committed to serving the families of Northeast Ohio and beyond during some of their most difficult moments. It’s not just a job for us; it truly is our calling. Every day, you hear …
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