Funeral Directors Life

12/09/2025

Imagine all the knowledge passed down through the years to a fourth-generation funeral director…

In this episode of The Director’s Playbook, host Paul Lovelace welcomes Walker Posey, Owner and Funeral Director at Posey Funeral Directors, for a valuable conversation about legacy and leadership.

Find the episode wherever you get your podcasts or check it out here 👉 https://www.fdl.co/podcasts/episode-14-walker-posey-on-legacy-and-leadership!

12/07/2025

“December 7, 1941 – a date which will live in infamy…” – Franklin D. Roosevelt

On Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we remember the lives lost on that fateful day and honor the brave service members for their sacrifice and courage.

Check out this article for servicemember stories, interviews, and more.

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12/03/2025

You’ve worked hard to build your funeral home.

But when it’s time to sell or grow, one financial metric often takes center stage: EBITDA.

Here’s a quick summary of what EBITDA is and why it matters for your business.

12/02/2025

Do rising costs by your website provider mean a better website experience for you and the families you serve?

Usually, no.

However, there are great website options available that will set you up for continued success and won't break your budget.

See how our team can keep your website on track and better than ever, so you can finally say goodbye to website headaches once and for all.

Learn more here: https://hubs.ly/Q03Ww99m0

11/27/2025

In honor of Thanksgiving, we asked a few of our team members to share a holiday memory they’ll never forget.

Check out this video and let us know your favorite holiday memory in the comments!

11/25/2025

We’ve got an exciting guest on a new episode of The Director’s Playbook!

Lisa Baue, Author, Podcaster, and Founder & CEO of Funeral Women Lead, joins the podcast and shares her expertise on workplace culture, embracing change, women in the funeral profession, and more.

Catch the latest episode wherever you get your podcasts or click the link here 👉https://hubs.ly/Q03VPLhb0

11/21/2025

Preparing a Thanksgiving meal can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.

In this video, Greg Gee, Executive Chef, shares practical, time-tested techniques to help you prepare a delicious meal.

Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving for the first time or refining your approach, don’t miss these tips!

11/19/2025

Families don’t always choose the best funeral home. They choose the funeral home they see first.

If you don’t appear first in online and AI search engine results, you won’t get a chance to serve that family.

Your funeral home deserves to be seen. See how you can make sure families find you online.

Learn more here: https://www.fdl.co/blog/seo-aeo-and-google-for-funeral-homes

11/17/2025

It’s harder than ever to be a funeral professional.

You deserve a partner who puts you first so you can put families first.

We can help! But don’t take our word for it.

Hear from other funeral professionals on why they chose FDL.

11/13/2025

Buying a funeral home can come with risks.

The good news?

With the right partner by your side, these risks are entirely avoidable.

Read the blog to see how the right lending partner can help you avoid pitfalls and set you up for long-term success.

https://www.fdl.co/blog/strengthen-your-buying-power-with-the-right-lender

11/11/2025

What does it take to run a family-owned funeral home across generations?

In this episode of The Director’s Playbook, host Paul Lovelace sits down with Tim Hoff and his children, Ashley Hoff-Czaplewski and Tyler Hoff.

From growing up in the funeral home to managing multi-location operations, the Hoff family shares how they’ve built a culture of care, embraced change, and led with heart.

Listen or watch wherever you get your podcasts! Or click here: https://www.fdl.co/podcasts/episode-12-hoff-family

11/10/2025

According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, only 29% of veterans said they understood their burial benefits.

Your funeral home can play a vital role in educating your local veterans and their families.

In honor of Veterans Day tomorrow, here are 3 event ideas you can use to connect with local veterans!