# John P. Franklin Funeral Home Welcome to the website of John P. Franklin Funeral Home. Thank you for visiting our site, we hope that this information and services available on this site will be helpful. ## Pages - [Funeral Etiquette](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/funeral-etiquette): It's not uncommon to be unsure about funeral etiquette and how to act during this social situation. Please look through this guide for helpful advice. - [Funeral Service Trends](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/funeral-service-trends): The funeral industry is always evolving with new trends and options emerging regularly. Click to learn more about the latest industry developments. - [Our Story](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/our-story): Our Story - [Cremation Information](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/cremation-information): Cremation is quickly becoming the most popular way to care for a loved one's remains. Learn more about the process, cost and how to arrange a service. - [When Grief Doesn't Ease](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/when-grief-doesnt-ease): Sometimes it feels as if your bereavement period will never end. Here we explore complicated grief and how to identify it. - [Veteran Funeral Services](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/veteran-funeral-services): Veteran services are designed to ensure your loved one receives the honor and recognition they deserve for their bravery and service to our nation. - [Record Your Wishes](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/record-your-wishes): End-of-life planning ensures that your funeral is planned ahead of time and you receive the service you want. Learn more about the benefits here. - [Legal & Estate Guidance](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/legal-and-estate-guidance): Settling an estate can involve legal settlements and services. Please browse through our helpful suggestions for legal advice relating to estates. - [For Friends of the Bereaved](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/for-friends-of-the-bereaved): It can be difficult to know how to help a friend who has lost a loved one. We've put together some helpful advice and tips on how to best be a support to them. - [How to Write a Eulogy](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/how-to-write-a-eulogy): A eulogy expresses what a person meant to those in their life and the impact they made on others. Click here to learn how to write the perfect eulogy. - [Planning a Celebration of Life](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/planning-a-celebration-of-life): We have compiled a comprehensive list to help get you started planning the perfect celebration of life ceremony to pay tribute to your loved one. - [When Grief is Unacknowledged](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/when-grief-is-unacknowledged): When survivors are not accorded a right to grieve, or if their grief is not acknowledged, it can cause disenfranchised grief. Learn more about this concept here. - [Send Flowers](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/flowers): Flowers are a popular way to express your sympathy and condolences to a family who has recently lost someone. Click here to browse our catalogue. - [Obituary Listing](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/obituary-listing): Leave a message of condolence while browsing through obituaries and death notices for current and past services being held at our funeral home. - [Veteran Memorial Wall](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/veteran-memorial-wall): Our Veteran memorial wall serves as a place to honor the brave men and women who have served in our military and are now entrusted with our care. - [Pre-Arrangement Process](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/pre-arrangement-process): Funeral pre-arrangement is a planning process that occurs in a series of steps. Click here for a detailed guide to learn more about funeral planning. - [Planning a Cremation Service](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/planning-a-cremation-service): Cremation is emerging as the most popular way to care for the remains of a loved one. Click here to learn more about planning a cremation service. - [Cremation FAQ](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/cremation-faq): As a funeral home, we often hear common questions relating to cremation services. Please browse our FAQ to learn more about arranging a cremation. - [Terms of Use](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/terms-of-use) - [What is a Funeral?](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/what-is-a-funeral): The word funeral creates a mental image of what we believe a funeral should look like. Learn more about popular types of funeral services in our area. - [Funeral FAQ](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/funeral-faq): As a funeral home, we often hear common questions relating to funeral services. Please browse our FAQ to learn more about funerals and planning one. - [Dealing with Death](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/dealing-with-death): In today's world death is something we tend to ignore. Click here for helpful tips about dealing with death and to learn more about mindfulness. - [Memorial Service Information](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/memorial-service-information): Planning a memorial service? Click here for information to get started. Learn how a memorial service differs from a traditional funeral. - [Dealing with Grief](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/dealing-with-grief): The experience of grief can be very isolating. Click here to learn more about dealing with grief and tips for making it through this difficult time. - [The Cremation Process](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/the-cremation-process): There are many misconceptions surrounding the cremation process. Click here to learn what the process entails, cost, and a brief history of cremation. - [Grief Support](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/grief-support): While dealing with grief is not easy, we believe the resources within this section of our website can help. Click here to learn about grief support. - [Memorial FAQ](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/memorial-faq): Are you thinking about planning a celebration of life or memorial service. Check out these commonly asked questions to learn more and get inspired. - [Burial Services](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/burial-services): A burial is one of the oldest and most common funeral traditions. Browse this complete guide to fully understand what a burial service includes. - [Traditional Funeral Services](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/traditional-funeral-services): A traditional funeral service contains four main parts - the reception, funeral, committal, and reception. Learn more about what each aspect entails. - [What to Expect](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/what-to-expect): It's always good to know what to expect before, during, and after a funeral. Read this informative page if you're anxious about an upcoming arrangement conference at our funeral home. - [Learn About Online Memorials](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/online-memorials): Our online memorials serve as a place to reflect, share memories, and pay tribute to the life of a loved one with friends and family. - [Eulogies & Obituaries](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/eulogies-and-obituaries): Eulogies and obituaries are two important tools to discuss the life of the deceased and the impact that they had on others. Click here to learn more. - [Ash Scattering Services](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/ash-scattering-services): An ash scattering ceremony is a beautiful way for your family to lay your loved one to rest in a place that was both special and meaningful to them. - [Preparing for a Funeral Service](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/preparing-for-a-funeral-service): A traditional funeral is one of the oldest ways to care for a loved one's remains. Click here to learn more about preparing for a funeral service. - [Alternative Options](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/alternative-options): Resomation is an alternative form of cremation that uses less energy and releases no carbon or matter into the atmosphere. Click here to learn more. - [Our Staff](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/our-staff): Our Staff - [Resources](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/resources): Resources - [Privacy Policy](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/privacy-policy) - [Funeral vs. Celebration of Life](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/funerals-vs-celebration-of-life): A celebration of life and a funeral service are two distinct services that share some similarities. Click here to compare and contrast these events. - [Legal Advice](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/legal-advice): Settling an estate can involve legal settlements and services. Please browse through our helpful suggestions for legal advice relating to estates. - [FAQ](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/faq): Everyone experiences grief in their own way. Please browse through our collection of FAQ's to learn more about the grief support resources we offer. - [How to Write an Obituary](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/how-to-write-an-obituary): An obituary is used to announce a person's death, provide details about their life, and notify people about the service. Click here to learn more. - [Home](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/) - [Cremation Options](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/cremation-options): A cremation service can include different options if your family is interested in holding a service to say goodbye prior to caring for the remains. - [Celebration of Life](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/celebration-of-life): A celebration of life is an event that pays tribute to the life of a loved one and celebrates what made them unique. Click here to learn more. - [Estate Settlement](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/estate-settlement): Settling an estate is one of the most challenging aspects of handling a loved ones death. Our helpful resources will guide you through this process. - [Contact Us](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/contact-us): Contact Us - [Covid Assistance](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/covid-assistance) - [Phone Scam Alert](http://www.johnpfranklinfh.com/phone-scam-alert)