Episode 59: Home Funerals 101: What Families Need to Know

In this episode of Remembering A Life, host Gail Marquardt explores the growing interest in home funerals with Alexis Hughes, Executive Director of the Home Funeral Alliance, and Tim Copeland, a licensed funeral director and end-of-life doula. Together, they discuss what home funerals are, how they work, their legal and practical considerations, and the ways families can participate in caring for a loved one after death. The conversation also explores the emotional benefits of hands-on involvement, the role of funeral professionals, and how home funerals can create meaningful opportunities for connection, healing and saying goodbye in a familiar setting. Whether you're curious about home funerals or planning ahead, this episode offers thoughtful guidance on a deeply personal end-of-life option.