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Beyond the Dash Blog

Grief support, funeral advice and information on how to cope with loss.

What to Wear to a Fall Funeral

Tips for dressing respectfully at an autumn memorial

Mary Kellerman, Adam Janus, Theresa Janus, Stanley Janus, Mary Reiner, Mary McFarland, and Paula Prince

And can it replace a traditional obituary?

What do Midwesterners want? Casual, yet sincere, memorialization.

When life storytelling glosses over reality

How to write a quick death announcement for the newspaper

Larry Broutman's vivid depictions of Chicago's historic cemeteries capture life, death and permanent memorializations of notable figures

Cultural spotlight

Mourning practices worldwide

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