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Tis the Season for Self Care

Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season, something that many welcome with joy and anticipation. But for...
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Family, Fun and Gratitude –Thanksgiving’s Real Treats

During the days running up to Thanksgiving, most of us focus on the food. We can smell the...
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What Has Changed Since 1927?

As expected, much has changed in the funeral industry over the past century, as it has in so...
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Presence is the Best Gift of All

In recent blogs we’ve discussed the importance of taking care of yourself this holiday season. We also provided...
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What Were Funerals Like in 1927?

Every October, we like to reflect on our history, something of which we are very proud. It was...
Hilgenfeld Mortuary owners showing a customer a casket brochure

What Else Is Covered By the FTC’s Funeral Rule?

In addition to ensuring that price lists are updated and easily accessible to grieving families, the Funeral Rule...
General Price List 3/10/23 - picture of Hilgenfeld offices

FTC’s Funeral Rule Provides Pricing Transparency

Families who have lost a loved one instantly find themselves faced with a number of decisions regarding funeral...
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Pre-Planning – Why It’s Good For Your Family

Most of us have been through it at some point in our lives - that emotional upheaval when...
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How To Keep Your Friendships Strong

Finding new friends can be hard in today’s busy, technological world; keeping them presents its own set of...
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A How To Guide To Finding New Friends

Make new friends but keep the old. Some are silver and the others gold. That quote from my...
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The Incredible Value of Friendship

“A friend knows the song in my heart and sings it to me when my memory fails.” ~...
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It’s the Longest Day of the Year.

Although the date varies each year, in 2023 the Summer Solstice occurs at 7:57 am PST. But what...