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Green Burials and Eco-Friendly Funeral Practices

Posted on March 18th, 2024
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As society becomes more conscious of its environmental footprint, the traditions surrounding how we pay tribute to our loved ones are transforming. Central to this shift are green burials and eco-friendly funeral practices, which honor the departed while preserving the environment. Families contemplating a departure that aligns with sustainable values must know that compassionate and […]

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Michelle O'Hara, William Sullivan & Son Funeral Directors

Six ways funeral pre-planning can simplify your life

Posted on April 3rd, 2019
Posted by under Cemeteries, Ceremonies, Cremation, Funerals, Green burial, Pre-planning
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By Michelle O’Hara It’s hard to think about your own death and even harder to talk about it. In my experience, though, once the conversation begins it brings great satisfaction and sometimes even great joy. As a funeral planning educator at the Sullivan Funeral Home in Utica I advise people in all elements of pre-planning. […]

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Green burials

Sullivan introduces Earth Day audiences to green burials

Posted on May 7th, 2018
Posted by under Cemeteries, Funerals, Green burial, Our communities
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  Sullivan Funeral Homes and The Preserve cemetery raised awareness of green burials during the April 21 Earth Day event at the Royal Oak Farmer’s Market organized by the Royal Oak Environmental Advisory Board. Sullivan co-owner Mike Lope and Jim Stark joined Russ Burns from the Preserve displayed a biodegradable casket, handed out information about […]

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