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Succession Gone Wrong? We dive into the saga of Zeiner Funeral Home in Marion, Kansas, now transitioning to Yazel-Megli Funeral Homes. Despite an initially smooth handover, Ty Zeiner’s recent decision to re-enter the industry calls the deal into question.
Young Newlyweds, Big Dreams Meet Sean and Anne Devlin, two newlyweds who are turning an iconic restaurant in Bennington, Vermont, into a funeral home.
Flag Etiquette: A misstep in a 9/11 memorial display gets some negative attention that acts as a reminder there are practices for flying flags, and people are watching.
Parklawn’s New Moves: Announcements from Park Lawn as it responds to going private.
Special AnnouncementsAdvances in Funeral Service Innovations We’re excited to announce our live event in Texas.
New Bonus Episodes If you haven’t already, check out our bonus episodes released every Wednesday! This week, we feature Welton Hong of Ring Ring Marketing, discussing the importance of nailing the basics before investing in paid digital ads.
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Welton Hong of Ring-Ring marketing discusses some of the fundamental (and free) things funeral home owners can do before spending money on digital marketing.
Hong will present at the in-person Advances in Funeral Service Innovations conference Nov. 12-13 in Houston, hosted by Kates-Boylston hosts the. Over the course of two days, attendees will hear about some of the emerging trends and best practices for running their operations.
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This week, we'll dive into two significant acquisitions. Foundation Partners has acquired Cake, an end-of-life planning website, while Batesville has picked up Halcyon Death Care Management Solutions. We'll also touch on some news out of Las Vegas involving a stolen casket and update you on the resumption of mass burials on Hart Island in New York. Plus, a heartwarming story about Alan Harrell Jr., who's celebrating 70 years in funeral service.
Click here to register for the Kates-Boylston Advances in Funeral Innovations conference Nov. 12 & 13 in Houston.
Foundation Partners Group Acquires Cake
Batesville Acquires Halcyon Deathcare Management Solutions
Mass Burials Resume at Hart Island
Baltimore County Bans Cremation
Burglar Steals Casket, Leaves Body
Celebrating 70 Years of Service
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In this episode we discuss the closure of a funeral home in Canada, the state-enforced shutdown of one in Indiana, and the challenges facing small rural funeral homes. We also take a look at the implications of NOR in Maine and a New York Funeral home that settled a state suit. We also share some of the other things available on Kates-Boylston.com.
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Our weekly look at news from around the funeral industry.
Marketing Summit Registration
How To Transform Your Business with Software Registration
Understanding What the Illinois Memorial Fingerprint Suit Means to You
Minnesota Cemetery Ban
First Black, Woman-Owned Funeral Home in Jefferson Davis Parish Opens
Utah Municipal Cemetery Considers Conservation Section
First Nation Group to Open Funeral Home
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In this episode, we speak with Shawn’te Harvell, the 69th president of the National Funeral Directors and Morticians Association. Discussing his meteoric rise in the funeral service industry, Harvell shares insights on the changing landscape of funeral service, the effect of having younger generations in leadership roles, and the importance of relationships and mentorships.
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In this episode, we take a look at a class action suit over collecting fingerprints, run down some of the new rules Colorado has enacted to protect consumers against body part traffickers, SCI's continued renovation projects, and back-to-school haircuts courtesy of the local funeral director.
Class Action Suit
Click here for all the other ICYMI stories of the week.
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In this episode, we run down the implications of this week's earnings calls and their implications. SCI's numbers weren't off the chart, but their new preneed plan is worth hearing. Carriage Services delivered another beat and revealed its success was in cremation.
Although lots of states have legalized NOR, Nevada is just the third state where it's possible now that Earth Funeral has opened up shop.
Click here for those and all the other ICYMI stories of the week.
SCI Earnings Report
Carriage Earnings Report
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This week we speak with Sanchez Burns Turner on what it took to prepare for the National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association centennial celebration and his hopes for the future.
Burns Turner has been working in the national office for most of his professional career and recently was elevated to National Office Lead in addition to his responsibilities as convention organizer.
As part of the conversation, we explore the fusion of tradition and innovation, where seasoned members and young professionals come together to share wisdom, embrace new technologies, and honor diversity within funeral service.
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In this week's roundup, we bring you updates on Matthews' dividend payout, a unique funeral band in Singapore, and recent incidents in Iowa. We'll also share the latest appointments and recognitions from around the funeral service profession.
Join us as we dive into these fascinating stories and get a glimpse into the ever-evolving landscape of funeral service. Stay tuned for more insightful content from Funeral Service Insider!
Matthews Dividend Announcement
People in Funeral Service
Event Center
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In this episode, we review the licensure discussions in the U.S. and UK, consider some recent acquisitions, and talk about some promotions and appointments from around the industry.
Links to the stories are below:
UK Funeral Director Bump
U.S. Regulation Commentary
Anderson Appointed
NGL Pomotions
Caldwell Parrish M&A
Mohawk Valley Sale
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This episode of "In Case You Missed It," covers a range of topics, including a partnership announcement between Global Atlantic Financial Group and Service Corporation International, and a new program from Legacy. We also touch on the implications of a gas company decision to stop serving a Pennsylvania funeral home and announce new webinar archive.
Welton Hong Google Webinar
Global Atlantic Deal
Gas Company Seeks to Cut-Off Funeral Home
Send Me Promotions
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Park Lawn has set the record and meeting date for its special meeting of shareholders. This meeting is convened to consider the proposed going private transaction. Under the terms of the transaction, Viridian Acquisition of Homesteaders Life Company and Birch Hill Equity Partners Management Inc., will acquire all outstanding common shares of Park Lawn at a price of $26.50 per Share. The Special Meeting will be conducted virtually on July 29, 2024.
Park Lawn will share more details about the Transaction and the Special Meeting in its management information circular. The circular will be sent to shareholders soon. Copies of the circular will be submitted to Canadian securities regulators and accessible on SEDAR+.
Park Lawn has postponed its annual shareholders’ meeting. More information about the rescheduled annual meeting will be provided later.Link: https://www.parklawncorp.com/park-lawn-provides-update-on-special-meeting-in-connection-with-going-private-transaction/
Pennsylvania crematories can officially lower standard operating temperatures to save money and reduce environmental emissions.
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed the legislation, lowering the temperature to 1,600 degrees Fahrenheit.
New law allows crematories established after 1989 to operate at or above 1,600°F. This will immediately lower fuel costs and ease strain on equipment for the 200 facilities in Pennsylvania, which is particularly beneficial as mortuary services handle an aging population.
The aging Baby Boomer generation is causing a shift away from traditional burial. The decision is influenced by environmental impact, cost, and religious sentiments. More people are considering long-term end-of-life planning and eco-friendly burials.
Link: https://www.thecentersquare.com/pennsylvania/article_72627e2a-2d78-11ef-9809-375bc305e2b5.htmlJohn C. Greco of Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home is the new president of the West Virginia Funeral Directors and Crematory Operators Association.
Chris Christian, secretary of the NFDA board of directors installed Greco. He is the first person from Weirton and Hancock County in this position,
In his inaugural address, Greco underscored the significance of member engagement, urging active participation in committees and events.
"I am honored to lead the West Virginia Funeral Directors and Crematory Operators Association," Greco said, according to The Weirton Daily Times. "My objective is to support our members, ensuring they receive the necessary resources and guidance to deliver exceptional service to their communities. I encourage all members to join us in making a positive impact."
Link: https://www.weirtondailytimes.com/news/business/2024/06/greco-elected-to-lead-funeral-directors-group/Funeral director baffled by U.S. urn found in local river
Police are asking the public for help to identify the owner of an urn containing ashes that was recovered from the St. Clair River near Sarnia, Onterio, Canada.
Lambton County officials say the urn was pulled from the St. Clair River in January 2024.
Police are asking the public for help to identify the owner of an urn containing ashes that was recovered from the St. Clair River near Sarnia.
Officers with the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police detachment were called in January to a home in the 600-block of St. Clair Parkway in St. Clair Township, south of Sarnia, and were handed a small urn that had been recovered from the water, police say.
Attempts to locate and identify the owner of the urn have been unsuccessful, police said.
Tyler Sylvester is a funeral director at Belton-Stroup in Fairborn, Ohio, said their standard practice of including a cremation number coin and laminated tag with identifying information. An exception to this practice is when ashes are split between multiple urns he said.
Link: https://lfpress.com/news/local-news/funeral-director-baffled-urn-found-st-clair-river -
Faith Haug, who runs the mortuary science program at Arapahoe Community College in the Littleton, Colorado, transformed the curriculum by incorporating modern practices and a broader understanding of death care.
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