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Seeking Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer Position
Seeking Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer Position

What job position(s) are you interested in? Licensed funeral director embalmer What experience or skills do you possess that may aid in your job search? 32 years experience Phone: (850) 5162202 E-mail: tjw32501@yahoo.com Best form of... Continue Reading

Date posted03/10/2025


Former Jacksonville funeral home director accused of abandoning bodies in mortuary appears in court
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Former Jacksonville funeral home director accused of abandoning bodies in mortuary appears in court

By Briana Brownlee A former Jacksonville funeral home director accused of abandoning a mortuary with bodies inside and misusing funds was back in court Thursday after pleading not guilty last year to nine counts of funeral fraud and one charge of organized fraud. Elliott Graham is accused of... Continue Reading

Date posted03/6/2025


What Pet Parents Look for in an End-of-Life Provider
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What Pet Parents Look for in an End-of-Life Provider

By Coleen Ellis For pet parents, the bond they share with their furry, feathered, or scaled companions transcends mere ownership. These cherished members of the family occupy a central place in the heart and home. When the time comes to say goodbye, finding the right end-of-life provider is a... Continue Reading

Date posted03/6/2025


Haggling, Negotiating, and Price Matching: Are These Strategies Right for Deathcare?
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Haggling, Negotiating, and Price Matching: Are These Strategies Right for Deathcare?

By Patricia Hartley Last month, a deathcare company in Australia announced via press release the country’s “First Funeral Price Match Policy” so they can be sure families “Never Overpay Again!” The service, dubbed FuneralSmart, is offered by EziFunerals, an online... Continue Reading

Date posted03/6/2025


Welton's Wisdom - AI Tools in Your Arsenal
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Welton's Wisdom - AI Tools in Your Arsenal

Note: This is the sixth and final installment of a six-part series by Welton Hong, the founder and CEO of Ring Ring Marketing, about using artificial intelligence (AI) in funeral services. Throughout this article series, we’ve explored many ways artificial intelligence (AI) will play a... Continue Reading

Postedby Welton Hong
Date posted02/27/2025


Maryland Governor Orders Review of Funeral Board After Crematory Controversy
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Maryland Governor Orders Review of Funeral Board After Crematory Controversy

By Patricia Hartley Governor Wes Moore is not playing around when it comes to deathcare in Maryland. Just weeks after Heaven Bound Cremation Services was shut down in the interest of public safety after eight years of issues, Moore has forced the resignation of three members of the Maryland... Continue Reading

Date posted02/20/2025


Arkansas victims of mortuary theft scheme inspire push for law banning sale of human remains
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Arkansas victims of mortuary theft scheme inspire push for law banning sale of human remains

By Andrew Demillo A year had passed since Doneysha Smith suffered a stillbirth and the memories of her loss lingered in 2023. The cremated remains of her child were kept in a tiny urn in her house and on a necklace she wore, and a memorial service had marked her family's loss with mourners... Continue Reading

Date posted02/20/2025


Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer Position Available in Gainesville
Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer Position Available in Gainesville

Position Title Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer Business Name Milam Funeral Home, Inc. Address Street Address: 311 S. Main StreetCity: GainesvilleState / Province: FLPostal / Zip Code: 32601 Position Overview & Application... Continue Reading

Date posted02/13/2025


Funeral Director or Concurrent Internship Position Available in Plant City
Funeral Director or Concurrent Internship Position Available in Plant City

Position Title Funeral Director or Concurrent internship Business Name Haught Funeral Home Address Street Address: 708 W Dr. M.L. King Jr BlvdCity: Plant CityState / Province: FLPostal / Zip Code: 33563 Position Overview & Application... Continue Reading

Date posted01/30/2025


FTC Regulation Banning Fake Reviews Takes Effect
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FTC Regulation Banning Fake Reviews Takes Effect

Note: This article has been republished with permission from Rick Gershman, writer, Vice President, Ring Ring Marketing. This article first appeared in Southern Funeral Director Magazine, and at www.funeralvision.com. On Oct. 21, as many funeral directors were attending the NFDA Annual... Continue Reading

Date posted01/30/2025


Welton's Wisdom - Safeguarding Sensitive Client Information with AI
Welton's Wisdom - Safeguarding Sensitive Client Information with AI

Part 5: Safeguarding Sensitive Client Information with AI By Welton Hong Note: This is part five of a six-part series by Welton Hong, the founder and CEO of Ring Ring Marketing, about using artificial intelligence (AI) in funeral services. Let’s face it, our technology is listening to... Continue Reading

Postedby Welton Hong
Date posted01/30/2025


Intern Funeral Director and Embalmer, concurrent internship
Intern Funeral Director and Embalmer, concurrent internship

Full Name (leave blank to remain anonymous) Faith Donahue What job position(s) are you interested in? Intern Funeral Director and Embalmer, concurrent internship What experience or skills do you possess that may aid in your job search? I am a licensed... Continue Reading

Date posted01/23/2025