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Posted on April 7, 2022 by jhcadm

All About Specialized Services At James H. Cole Home for Funerals

There are numerous ways to celebrate the life of your loved one after they pass, and one of the most customizable is through specialized services. At James H. Cole Home for Funerals, we work with you to develop a funeral service that really speaks to the life and memory of the deceased. For some families, […]

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Posted on March 14, 2022 by jhcadm

How to Write a Eulogy That Celebrates the Life of a Loved One

When it comes to the funeral planning process, one of the biggest hurdles for many people is the writing of the eulogy. And it makes sense. After all, how are you supposed to write a tribute to a loved one that represents all of who they were as a person? When you put it that […]

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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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