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WHY CHOOSE CREMATION?
Courtesy Dannel Funeral Home
T
he trend continues. Cremation,
a centuries old funeral rite, is in-
creasingly chosen by individuals
and families as an option that provides
greater flexibility, allowing families to
honor loved ones with traditional or
contemporary arrangements––or even
a blend of the two.
Charles Dannel, fifth generation own-
er of Dannel Funeral Home, said there
are many reasons why cremation ap-
peals to so many. Among them:
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Environmental concerns
Personal or spiritual philosophy
The possibility of less cost
Society’s increasing mobility across broad
geographic areas
• Growing acceptance among many religions.
Dannel Funeral Home provides crema-
tion as one of many services to Tex-
oma families. Charles says cremation
is simply another form of disposition,
and that it doesn’t change the value
of thoughtful memorials that celebrate
life, acknowledge grief, and provide
a significant tribute. “In fact,” Charles
says, “cremation services may be no
different than services for burial or in-
terment. In recent years, people have
increasingly chosen services tailored
to the individual, adding ‘personality’
and meaning for the family. Cremation
doesn’t change that.”
In addition to the varied service op-
tions available, families can still ar-
range to see their loved one before
saying a final good-bye. Some fami-
lies wish to have their loved one pre-
pared for viewing at a family night or
during the service. Cremation doesn’t
take away options, it simply provides
families with additional choices.
“We will assist you with every part of
planning and carrying out whatever ar-
rangements are most meaningful for you
and your family,” says Charles. “We’ll
talk with you about final resting place
options, scattering, urns, interment, ser-
vices, and keepsakes.
“We’ve been honored to help Texoma
families for over 100 years. My primary
interest is to be sure every family’s emo-
tional and spiritual needs are met. They
only do this one time for their loved one;
they get this one chance. We focus on
how to help them feel comfortable in
knowing they did the right thing, that
they fulfilled the wishes of their loved
one, so they can begin healing.”
Charles invites you to find out more about cremation at www.dannelfuneralhome.com. Or call 903-893-1171.
Cremation – A centuries old funeral rite
Create a meaningful memorial that celebrates life, acknowledges grief,
and provides a significant, personalized tribute to your loved one.
Dannel Funeral Home is now owned by Charles Dannel,
fifth generation exemplifying leadership and community service.
Take care of your family.
We’ll take care of everything else.
Charles Danne
l and
his children, Na
ta
lie and John
302 S. Walnut Street • Sherman, TX 75090 • 903.893.1171 • www.dannelfuneralhome.com
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