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Cemeteries & graveyards

Cemeteries and graveyards are types of burial grounds where the dead are buried within the earth. Used since ancient times, burial grounds are designated lands specifically for burying the dead. These can be public, private, associated with a church, or even as part of a family's land.

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Graveside Burial Services: What to Expect & How to Plan

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

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By Sam Tetrault, BA in English

Caskets vs. Coffins: 11 Differences to Know

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How to Buy a Cemetery Plot in Advance

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Why Do Some Graves Face East or West?

By Sherrie Johnson, BA in Liberal Studies

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How to Secure Flowers in a Cemetery Vase

By Sherrie Johnson, BA in Liberal Studies

Do You Need a Coffin to Be Buried? 8 Alternatives

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

What’s an Oversized Casket? 6 Types Explained

By Sam Tetrault, BA in English

10 Movies with Unforgettable Scenes in Cemeteries

By Minda Powers-Douglas, BA in English

12 Popular Types of Pine Box Caskets Explained

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

12 Types of Solid Mahogany Caskets Explained

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

8 Best Wooden Caskets for a Loved One's Burial

By Sam Tetrault, BA in English

7 Best Barnwood Casket Types for a Loved One

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Guide to Wicker Caskets: Types, Cost & Materials

By Sherrie Johnson, BA in Liberal Studies

Cloth Caskets: Types, Costs & Where to Buy

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education

14 Inexpensive Cemetery or Grave Accessory Ideas

By Belinda McLeod, BA in Secondary Education