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In our blog, we share resources and information that families in our community can use to cope with their loss or better understand their grief. We also write about ways we have been involved in the community. Check out our latest posts below.

The conversation that can change your life…

Posted on June 12, 2018 by J. Chad Pendley | Leave a comment
Posted under Grief Help, Most Common Questions, Pre-Planning

The title “The conversation that can change your life..” seems very dramatic and to a certain point it really is. My experience working with grieving families is that a simple conversation can change the grief structure that a person will experience after the loss of a loved one.  Guilt is a hurdle that will cause […]

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What is Funeralocity?

Posted on June 30, 2017 by J. Chad Pendley | 2 Comments
Posted under Most Common Questions

The question we have been getting lately is “What is this funeralocity about”?  There is no short or easy way to answer it humbly but lets see how I myself answer this question when asked. In today’s time, we are all better-informed consumers’ thanks in large part to the internet.  We all have access to […]

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Marietta Powder Springs Funeral Home

“All Funeral Homes Do The Same Thing” – 5 Reasons We Are Different

Posted on February 26, 2017 by J. Chad Pendley | Leave a comment
Posted under Most Common Questions

Another one of the most common sayings we hear is that “All funeral homes do the same thing” and then after we serve that family one of the most common sayings we hear is “No one does it better than Mayes Ward-Dobbins”.  While this is a common misconception of all funeral homes (thinking they are […]

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What is a “Simple Cremation” and what Advertising leads you to believe.

Posted on April 19, 2016 by J. Chad Pendley | 1 Comment
Posted under Most Common Questions

  What is a “Simple Cremation” and why is it advertised so often? Just like most days when I leave the office I drive through Kennesaw Mountain Park to enjoy the wonderful sights and reflect on my day.  Most of my days end well with a feeling of accomplishment…. other days…. well, its a little […]

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A Natural Approach to a Green Burial…

Posted on January 15, 2016 by J. Chad Pendley | Leave a comment
Posted under Most Common Questions

A request that we hear from our families quite often is how can they have or achieve a Green or Natural Burial experience.  My intention with this post is to inform you what it takes and how you can achieve this experience… also, to help you decide if it is right for you. What is […]

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