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Posted on February 23, 2022 by jhcadm

Explaining Death to a Child When a Loved One Passes

When a death occurs, it may be challenging to decide the best way to share that information with younger family members, especially if they were the child or close relative to the deceased individual. Although sharing such news can be daunting, children of preschool age and up to seven years old lack a true understanding […]

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Posted on January 19, 2022 by jhcadm

Working at a Funeral Home: Our Family’s Legacy

Tens of thousands of Detroiters have turned to James H. Cole funeral homes for compassion and care during times of great loss. We proudly celebrated our 100th anniversary in 2019 and have been owned and operated by four generations of one African American family. In 2019 we founded The James H. Cole Legacy Foundation as […]

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Posted on December 29, 2021 by jhcadm

Exploring Hypothetical Futures of the Funeral Industry and the Metaverse

The digital age and continued progression of technology has changed countless aspects of our daily lives—including how we are able to mourn and arrange the passing of loved ones. While the transition toward new technologies in the funeral industry has been slow, many benefits are waiting around the corner. Digital options that are currently available […]

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Posted on November 24, 2021 by jhcadm

What Should You Bring to a Funeral?

Attending a Funeral In-Person Unless you work in the funeral industry, funeral etiquette is not something most people need to think about on a regular basis. And while that is a good thing, it can ultimately be a bit stressful when you want to show your support for a grieving family but aren’t quite sure […]

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Posted on October 27, 2021 by jhcadm

Mysterious or Mundane? Popular Funeral Superstitions, Myths, and Misconceptions

Common Funeral Myths A fascination with death and what comes afterward has been a consistent part of the human experience for thousands of years. Every year in the United States, the Halloween season seems to emphasize this more than ever before with common traditions that include scary stories, costumes, and maybe even a visit to […]

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