American Cemetery & Cremation

01/14/2026

The January issue of American Funeral Director is now available for digital viewing and it's open to everyone!
Inspiring stories, timely insights, and special features celebrating National Hobby Month, where funeral directors share the passions that help them recharge outside the profession. Plus, explore so much more valuable content created for today's funeral professionals. https://O8lnSm.short.gy/tLPFjo 📖 Happy reading!

01/14/2026

Throughout the month, we're sharing bird sightings and stories from birders and cemeterians across the country.

🐦‍⬛Featured sighting:
Cheryl Guertin, Funeral Director, Riverside Cemetery | Waterbury, Connecticut
While visiting Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris, she captured curious birds that seemed eager for the camera. Back in Connecticut, a foggy morning drive revealed an equally otherworldly scene—and a striking crow keeping watch. Proof that cemeteries, near and far, are full of unexpected wonder

➜ Read more link in the comments.

01/14/2026

Do you treat your team to a coffee break to say thank you? Maybe it's a pizza party after a long week, a relaxing spa day, or even a well-earned vacation.

We want to hear how you recognize and celebrate your staff's dedication, service, and impact. Share your employee appreciation programs and inspire the profession. Your story may be featured in American Cemetery & Cremation.

➜ Submission Deadline: January 23, 2026
➜ Link in the comments

01/13/2026

Throughout the month, we're sharing bird sightings and stories from birders and cemeterians across the country.

🦃Featured sighting:
Jose Jimenez, Grounds Maintenance Supervisor at Rosedale Cemetery | Montclair, NJ
In his poem "Among the Stones, I Strut," Jose imagines a wandering wild turkey finding peace and meaning among the headstones—a beautiful reminder that cemeteries are living landscapes.
➜ Read Jose's poem, link in the comments.

01/12/2026

Curious about Aquamation®—but want the real story, not the hype?
Join us for a FREE virtual session with Samantha Sieber, CSO & co-founder of Bio-Response Solutions, as she breaks down what it actually takes to succeed with Aquamation®—from funeral homes to trade crematories to startups.
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If you're considering alkaline hydrolysis or want to understand where it truly fits in your operation, this session is for you.
➜ Register free — link in the comments

01/12/2026

A birthday party in a cemetery?
Every Aug. 6, fans gather at Andy Warhol's grave for an annual birthday celebration complete with cake, music, art, and a live we**am streaming it all to the world. Held at St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Cemetery, it's remembrance turned into a living art happening. A very Warhol way to celebrate. 🔗 Link in the comments

01/11/2026

Find out what happened this week in deathcare

Colorado’s new licensing rules, Utah’s NOR bill, Matthews International moves, green burial in Wisconsin, and more.

01/11/2026

Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the birds and stories sent in by birders and cemeterians from across the country.

🐦 Featured sighting:
Peter J. Ryan, General Manager Rosedale Cemetery & Crematory | Orange, New Jersey
A majestic hawk perched atop a cemetery monument—quietly embodying serenity and timeless dignity. A watchful presence, it feels as though it guards the memories and stories of those resting below, gracefully bridging the worlds of the living and the departed.

🔗 Link in the comments

01/09/2026

Join us Feb. 25 for 4 FREE virtual session including "The Future of Grass to Save Time, Money & Water" by Jackson Madnick.

In just 45 minutes, learn proven, research-backed tips for healthier lawns with less mowing, less water, and fewer chemicals plus explore ultra-low-maintenance grass options that save time and enhance your property's appearance and public image.

🔗 Link in the comments

01/09/2026

Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the birds and stories sent in by birders and cemeterians from across the country.

🐦 Featured sighting:
Hannah Attebury, Deputy Coroner/Funeral Director, Fox Funeral Home (Rock Springs, WY).
While attending the 2024 NFDA conference in New Orleans, Hannah was struck by the constant chorus of crows especially in the cemeteries. "It was like music to our ears."

🔗 Link in the comments

01/09/2026

With high-profile cases putting pet deathcare under scrutiny, lawmakers are paying attention and new rules are on the horizon. What does this mean for funeral homes, cemeteries, and crematories? A lot and it's coming fast.
➜ Link in the comments

01/08/2026

Throughout the month, we'll be sharing the birds and stories sent in by birders and cemeterians from across the country.

🐦Featured sighting:
Jay Ward, Marketing & Events Coordinator, Calvary Cemetery | Dayton, Ohio, submitted this photo.
A familiar presence at Calvary Cemetery, this mature red-tailed hawk is often seen soaring over the St. Kateri Preserve for Natural Burial or perched high atop the statuary, surveying the grounds—a true Calvary mainstay.

🔗 Link in the comments