Read In Peace

Are death and funerals scary? Uncomfortable?

Maybe . . . a tiny bit intriguing too?

I can teach you about death and funerals in a gentle way. I’ll share grief tips and funeral facts, explain how things work, and show you the light side of this dark subject.

I’ll also explore how our culture and media have embraced death and funerals to produce lighthearted and compelling art. That means movie and book “dissections!”

Want to learn something in particular? Contact me and ask!

What Do You Want to Learn Today?

Louise Pachella 9/7/23 Louise Pachella 9/7/23

Not Your Grandma’s Urn

A guide to modern urn choices, plus materials available, weird options, choosing the right size, and general tips and tricks for cremated remains.

Louise Pachella 8/28/23 Louise Pachella 8/28/23

Identification Viewing vs Traditional Viewing

What is an ID view? And what is it not? We’ll talk about the reasons they’re done this way, what to expect, and why mortuaries can be strict about how they’re conducted.

Louise Pachella 6/30/22 Louise Pachella 6/30/22

Rights vs Rites

Your body, your rules: how to legally protect your funeral wishes.

Louise Pachella 5/9/22 Louise Pachella 5/9/22

Plus Size Postmortem Care

How professionals navigate the challenges of preparing and transporting extremely overweight remains while preserving dignity and respect.

Louise Pachella 2/18/22 Louise Pachella 2/18/22

Harmful Funeral Tributes

Why we should avoid balloons, doves, and butterflies at memorial services. It’s high time we recognize that these lovely sentimental acts have a dark side. Let’s explore why these seemingly innocent tributes are problematic and discover less harmful alternatives.