80% of Americans may opt for cremation by 2045

Rising costs, shifting beliefs, and environmental concerns are accelerating the decline of casket burials.
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Cremation gaining traction in Arkansas, nationwide

Data: National Funeral Directors Association; Map: Danielle Alberti/Axios Early data projects that more than half of Arkansans who died in 2025 were cremated, and cremation is now twice as popular as ...

A Jewish perspective on burial and cremation | Commentary

Rabbi Moishe Kievman discusses the Jewish act of burial and why, as a rabbi, he feels that is the best option for Jewish ...

Human composting, natural burials, water cremation: greener ways to go when you die

Burial and cremation come with some pretty major environmental problems. Both involve huge amounts of energy, resources and ...

Funeral Services Expert Ryan Olson Shares Guidance on Choosing Burial or Cremation in HelloNation

How should families approach the decision between burial and cremation? MENOMONIE, WI, UNITED STATES, January 12, 2026 ...

Death of dog provides inspiration for pet funeral services

The death of a beloved dog led Lauren and Chris Calvey to establish a place where pet owners can give their furry friends a proper sendoff. The Calveys founded Aspen Meadows Pet Aquamation & Memorial ...

Lawmakers, pet advocates push bill spurred by pet cremation scandal

State Sen. Nick Pisciottano said the state’s framework for pet cremation oversight is “a little like the Wild West.” The ...