Terri Jensen, ALC (Accredited Land Consultant) on LinkedIn: Obituary for Esther Jensen at Minnesota Valley Funeral Home | 22 comments (2024)

This past Memorial day, I was struck by a profound sense of awe for the work that we do in the cemetery, funeral and broader deathcare services. I reflected on the advances that technology has given us as we all work daily to accurately and respectfully remember our dead, record where they are and who they were. This work is the essence of Memorial Day for military and non-military families and it defines us as humans. Not long ago at all the de facto “memory bank” and recording of our family members and loved ones exclusively sat in physical cabinets within records rooms or vaults furnished with files ofdisjoined maps, card files and binders of records. To find information about a deceased person at a cemetery required a experienced professional with lots of time to thumb through paper files, pulling out documents, reading, understanding, making copies of paper and then replacing those files once the research was complete. Though paper is still out there, times have changed and we don’t have the social patience for that system and all its flaws. While technology and digitization creates new sets of problems, the ease of recording and then finding information is accelerated and then given an error and loss “insurance plan” through back-ups and even duplicate storage systems that paper never had. For those of us in the business of technology and software, it is incredibly easy to forget how fundamentally beneficial our products can be to the staff and organizations who work in the field, but more importantly to the communities they serve and how far we have advanced from the days of paper. The work of digitizing and organizing burial records is the spirit of Memorial Day working at its best and a testament to a human endeavor and ministry to defeat death through remembering those that have died.

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The Pioneering Work of Death DoulasOnce, we were all death doulas. Deep down, we still are.Before the Civil War, when embalming fallen soldiers to preserve them long enough to transport back home prompted the birth of the funeral industry in the U.S., we were all death doulas. I would argue that we still are. We’ve just forgotten our deeply rooted practice of connecting to the death process with all its power and mystery, and our intrinsic desire to hold close to our hearts the biophysical destiny of every living being.Read the article here:https://lnkd.in/gMdH_pkY

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To celebrate National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day, #OGR caught up with members to chat about why they are so passionate for #FuneralService. Today, we talked to Geri Oliverie from Oliverie Funeral Home in Manchester, New Jersey: What made you become a funeral director? The social aspect, the gathering is so important to me. We all weave a thread in others’ life quilts. It’s nice to see the completed quilt and pay your respects to a life well lived. What is your greatest reward for being a funeral director? Growing as a compassionate person and helping others. Being a part of something larger and more important than me. Giving my family an example to help others.

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Powerful one day seminar that my funeral peeps should into. https://lnkd.in/gvxmwpFt.

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Our recent blog looks at unique tributes to celebrate your loved one's life. We also highlight some examples of celebrations that are different and where we go that 'extra mile'. #cpjfield #funeralservice #funeraltributes #funeraldirectors #funeralhome #funeralplanning #funeralarrangements #celebrationoflife #memorialservice

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Are you a funeral professional? If so, you must be feeling extra special today! 😉 March 11th is National Funeral Director and Mortician Day. 🎉Funeral professionals often work behind the scenes to serve families. But today, we celebrate the hard work and compassion of funeral directors and morticians everywhere.In honor of this special day, check out this article with 30 facts about funeral directors that exemplify their commitment, dedication, and hard work. https://hubs.ly/Q02mjlng0

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The older we get, the more likely we are going to be called on to speak at a funeral, memorial or celebration of life. Here is some practical advice.#grief #griefsupport

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Here are the top tips to consider when planning your funeral memorial speech. Plan a funeral speech people will remember.#grief #grieving https://lnkd.in/gwMMiewq

CustomizableBy pre-arranging a funeral service package, you have the freedom to select the specific type of funeral (cremation or burial) service and products that you desire for your end-of-life celebration. From the type of casket to the arrangement of flowers, you can customize every aspect of your service to reflect your unique preferences and personality. This level of customization provides your loved ones with the opportunity to create a truly personalized funeral service that honors your life, memories, and legacy in a meaningful way. Removing doubts of what you wanted.Can be updatedWhen you pre-arrange, you have the flexibility to update your Living Will and MPOA as circ*mstances change. This means that you can ensure that your medical options always align with your current wishes, preferences, and circ*mstances. #prearrangementfuneral #custommemorials #compassionateservices #thoughtfulfuneralservice#funeralplanning #financialburden #livingwill #update

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What Makes Tender Funerals Different?At Tender Funerals, we distinguish ourselves not merely through the services we provide, but through our fundamental philosophy and approach. As a not-for-profit community enterprise, we emphasise transparency, choice, and affordability, ensuring that no one has to compromise on the dignity and personalisation of farewells during times of emotional and financial distress.Our ethos is guided by kindness and a deep respect for the dignity of the deceased and their families. We believe in empowering our community with knowledge about after-death care and involving them in the funeral process, rendering it a more inclusive and poignant experience. This approach significantly eases the burden during these challenging times.By consistently prioritising people over profit, we commit to offering meaningful, beautiful funerals that honour the deceased while supporting the bereaved. We pledge to remain community-owned and not-for-profit, guaranteeing that our focus remains on delivering value and support to the families we serve.

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