In memoriam December 2021
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| DECEMBER 2021
In Memoriam
Banger - Bowen
In Memoriam PICTURE TRIBUTES
Linda Eileen Banger FARMINGTON Born Sept. 12, 1945
Banger - Bowen
Melinda Sue Bays
FARMINGTON July 3, 1968 - Aug. 31, 2021
Charles “Chuck” Benoist DESLOGE July 14, 1933 - Oct. 28, 2021
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Bowman - Cruse
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Cunningham - Hawthorn
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Hinkle - Martin
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Matthews - Politte
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Pratte - Smith
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Smith - Ward
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Weddle - Young
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Robert Dale Bannister
Herb Beck
Cindy Benscoter
Clara Elizabeth “Betty” Bloodworth STE GENEVIEVE June 22, 1940 - Oct. 3, 2021
Lena Bockenkamp
FARMINGTON March 1, 1959 - Oct. 15, 2021
FARMINGTON May 27, 1941 - Aug. 31, 2021
FARMINGTON Sept. 16, 1956 - Aug. 24, 2021
DESLOGE Oct. 1, 1938 - July 19, 2021
Allen Baranovic
Mary Alice Beck
Marvin Bess
Larry Bodine
DESLOGE April 24, 1961 - Aug. 20, 2021
PARK HILLS Dec. 21, 1931 - Aug. 13, 2021
BONNE TERRE Aug. 1, 1934 - June 30, 2021
BONNE TERRE Died Oct. 22, 2021
Kenneth Russell Basler
James Edward Bell
James Bieser Sr.
Dorothy Mae Bowen
ABOUT THIS SECTION In Memoriam publishes twice a year. The section honors the memories of the community members we’ve lost during the prior two-month period. This edition includes those whose obituary appeared between July 1 and November 28.
DESLOGE Dec. 26, 1967 - Nov. 25, 2021
PILOT KNOB June 12, 1927 - Nov. 1, 2021
FARMINGTON June 30, 1946 - Aug. 28, 2021
DESLOGE Sept. 2, 1935 - Oct. 8, 2021
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Bowman - Cruse
James “Jim” Bowman
Daniel Elbridge Brown
James Philip Buriak
Debra Kay Chrisco
Carrol Dean Cole
Rickey Crabdree
FARMINGTON Feb. 15, 1951 - July 26, 2021
DESLOGE June 4, 1943 - Oct. 27, 2021
SAN DIEGO, CA May 9, 1990 - Aug. 31, 2021
BISMARCK Nov. 2, 1959 - Sept. 14, 2021
LEADWOOD Oct. 31, 1949 - Nov. 10, 2021
IMPERIAL, MO Apri 2, 1945 - Aug. 18, 2021
Charles Bowyer Jr.
Kevin Kelley Brown FARMINGTON Died Nov. 18, 2021
William Burt
FARMINGTON Feb. 3, 1934 - July 1, 2021
William Clark
ST. LOUIS March 11, 1926 - Oct. 3, 2021
Linda Cook
DESLOGE Oct. 7, 1949 - Oct. 5, 2021
Shirley Ann Cramp
BONNE TERRE May 27, 1933 - Nov. 4, 2021
Richard Breeding
Stephen Brune
Patricia Ann Cavanaugh
David Clemons
Shirley Copeland
Lyman Joseph “Joe” Creek
FARMINGTON Jan. 17, 1931 - Aug. 24, 2021
COLUMBIA, IL Dec. 19, 1964 - June 29, 2021
FARMINGTON Nov. 14, 1948 - Sept. 3, 2021
Joan Brewer
Jerry Bucy
DESLOGE May 18, 1956 - Aug. 1, 2021
PARK HILLS Dec. 2, 1950 - July 29, 2021
FARMINGTON July 24, 1935 - Nov. 14, 2021
DESLOGE Dec. 11, 1953 - Aug. 6, 2021
PARK HILLS April 18, 1930 - Sept. 5, 2021
Edward Chastain
John Cleveland
Clifton Lee Coulter
COLUMBIA, MO Died Oct. 24, 2021
DOE RUN Sept. 23, 1943 - Sept. 2020
FARMINGTON June 9, 1944 - Nov. 11, 2021
DE SOTO July 24, 1935 - Sept. 22, 2021
Patrick Neil Cruse
FARMINGTON June 11, 1957 - Oct. 11, 2021
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In Memoriam
Cunningham - Hawthorn
“Jimmy” Roger Cunningham
DESLOGE Aug. 28, 1954 - Oct. 25, 2021
Frances Damba
Ola Douglas
Cletus Faircloth WAYNESVILLE, MO Died Sept. 5, 2021
FARMINGTON Jan. 12, 1933 - Nov. 11, 2021
Sept. 18, 1937 - Sept. 27, 2021
PARK HILLS March 2, 1929 - July 11, 2021
Jacqueline Dudley
Brett Aaron Gantz
Louis Maxwell Graham
Rosemary Halbert DESLOGE Born Sept. 13, 1925
Florence Harp
DESLOGE Dec. 18, 1934 - Nov. 12, 2021
Judy Green
Julie Hall
Clarann Harrington
DESLOGE June 13, 1921 - July 22, 2021
FARMINGTON Dec. 28, 1942 - July 18, 2021
FARMINGTON Feb. 19, 1947 - Oct. 27, 2021
BONNE TERRE April 20, 1972 - Sept. 27, 2021
Charles Albert Davis
Milford Eaves Sr.
Gary Gerstenschlager
Barbara Ann Govro
FARMINGTON Feb. 4, 1930 - Oct. 26, 2021
FARMINGTON Feb. 3, 1928 - Nov. 2, 2021
FARMINGTON Oct. 23, 1940 - Sept. 16, 2021
BONNE TERRE July 23, 1939 - Aug. 22, 2021
FARMINGTON Jan. 26, 1953 - July 26, 2021
Justin Dean Dixon
Vera B. Edgar
Marie Esther Gibbs
Ruth Ann Gross
PARK HILLS June 15, 1990 - Oct. 26, 2021
FARMINGTON Nov. 5, 1930 - Sept. 27, 2021
FARMINGTON Feb. 13, 1923 - Oct. 12, 2021
FARMINGTON Dec. 3, 1942 - Sept. 25, 2021
Frank A. Hahn
Bulah Hampton
DESLOGE Nov. 12, 1964 - Nov. 18, 2021
FARMINGTON March 15, 1930 - Sept. 13, 2021
Curtis Lee Hamor Jr.
Bryella Hawthorn
Dec. 19, 1989 - June 27, 2021
FARMINGTON Aug. 23, 2021 - Oct. 29, 2021
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Hinkle - Martin
Bobbie Jo Hinkle
Marvin Horton
Paul “Reno” Hurst
FARMINGTON Feb. 12, 1937 - Oct. 24, 2021
DESLOGE March 3, 1947 - Oct. 13, 2021
FARMINGTON Aug. 15, 1944 - Oct. 27, 2021
Shirley Viola Hood
Sharon Hosking
Margaret Jauch
Freeman Jones
Juanita Inez Kniffen
Dennis Leigh
FARMINGTON June 8, 1928 - July 13, 2021
FARMIGNTON Feb. 12, 1929 - Sept. 21, 2021
FARMINGTON April 19, 1961 - Sept. 16, 2021
Linda Judd
Florence Jane Kramer
Warna Lucas
FARMINGTON Feb. 21, 1945 - Nov. 18, 2021
FARMINGTON July 6, 1960 - Sept. 8, 2021
LEADINGTON Aug. 28, 1931 - Sept. 6, 2021
FARMINGTON Aug. 13, 1943 - Sept. 5, 2021
DESLOGE Nov. 10, 1925 - Oct. 22, 2021
FARMINGTON Feb. 21, 1924 - Aug. 13, 2021
Gene Hooss
Melba June Hovis
Gina Johnson
Trudy Kennedy
David Wayne Land
Michael Daniel Lukachick Jr.
FARMINGTON Died Oct. 21, 2021
FARMINGTON Feb. 2, 1931 - Oct. 30, 2021
PARK HILLS Feb. 13, 1969 - July 16, 2021
LEADINGTON Jan. 12, 1957 - Oct. 31, 2021
BISMARCK Dec. 5, 1938 - Sept. 28, 2021
Clara Horton
Marvin Hudwalker
Roy Johnson
Donald Lee Kennon
Betty Jo Lasley
DESLOGE Aug. 28, 1922 - July 26, 2021
ST. LOUIS Oct. 10, 1937 - July 12, 2021
BONNE TERRE Feb. 11, 1952 - Sept. 23, 2021
JEFFERSON CITY Aug. 19, 1935 - Sept. 20, 2021
BONNE TERRE Died Oct. 29, 2021
DESLOGE Jan. 11, 1952 - Oct. 2, 2021
Ronald James Martin
BONNE TERRE July 3, 1943 - Nov. 3, 2021
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In Memoriam
Matthews - Politte
Norman Leroy Matthews
Irma Ruth McCord
DESLOGE April 28, 1951 - Sept. 26, 2021
PARK HILLS Sept. 17, 1931 - Oct. 16, 2021
David Mayberry
Leona L. McDowell
Francis “Frank” Lee Miller
PARK HILLS Aug. 3, 1956 - Nov. 12, 2021
Michael O’Brien
Berneice Panchot
PARK HILLS Feb. 12, 1956 - July 17, 2021
FARMINGTON Dec. 2, 1932 - Oct. 13, 2021
Linda Petty
Clinton Points
MIDDLEBURG, FL June 1, 1969 - July 4, 2021
FREDERICKTOWN Sept. 19, 1958 - Aug. 18, 2021
DESLOGE Aug. 30, 1938 - Oct. 22, 2021
Barbara Ann Moore
Patricia O’Brien
DESLOGE Jan. 23, 1939 - Sept. 23, 2021
FARMINGTON Died Aug. 13, 2020
DESLOGE Died Oct. 31, 2021
MIDDLEBURG, FL June 30, 1971 - July 26, 2021
Tina Points
Sylvia Ann Mayberry
George “Bob” Metcalf
James Myers
Daniel Oppermann
Hallie Phelps
Kaleb Politte
PERRYVILLE Aug. 24, 1937 - July 11, 2021
FORT WAYNE, IN Jan. 18, 1929 - July 22, 2021
FARMINGTON June 27, 1961 - Aug. 10, 2021
STE. GENEVIEVE April 18, 1951 - July 18, 2021
FARMINGTON Nov. 4, 1953 - Sept. 13, 2021
DESLOGE April 8, 1983 - Aug. 27, 2021
Sharon McBride
Doris Milburn
Angela M. Nickless
Pearla Fay Pagán
Cheryl Pinkston
Lorna Politte
PARK HILLS Jan. 25, 1946 - Aug. 13, 2021
FARMINGTON June 4, 1937 - July 20, 2021
DE SOTO Oct. 4, 1980 - Nov. 16, 2021
DESLOGE Died Sept. 25, 2021
DESLOGE Feb. 20, 1954 - Sept. 26, 2021
DESLOGE June 20, 1938 - Oct. 28, 2021
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Pratte - Smith
Patsy Pratte
Dorothy Rasnick
Doris Annabelle Reid
Wanda Russell
Norma Jean Scott
Carolyn Kay Smith
NOBLESVILLE, IN June 16, 1934 - Sept. 12, 2021
POTOSI March 4, 1951 - Aug. 6, 2021
FARMINGTON Nov. 18, 1931 - Nov. 12, 2021
FARMINGTON Feb. 24, 1947 - Aug. 21, 2021
BULL SHOALS, AR Oct. 29, 1939 - Aug. 20, 2021
FARMINGTON Oct. 1, 1943 - Nov. 14, 2021
Jared Pruitt
Robert Clyde “Bob” Rawson
Lois Cooper Rhodes
Mary Ann Salsman
Charles “Rocky” Seabourne Jr.
Janet Ruth Smith
Lillie May Raybern
Norma Ilene Roberts
DESLOGE Aug. 30, 1982 - Aug. 30, 2021
Jason Scott Pulliam
BONNE TERRE Sept. 28, 1936 - Sept. 26, 2021
FARMINGTON Died July 14, 2021
FARMINGTON July 29, 1972 - Oct. 15, 2021
FARMINGTON April 14, 1940 - July 2, 2021
FARMINGTON Dec. 29, 1940 - Oct. 3, 2021
Opal Pyatt
Norma Lee Reddy
Stevan Wayne Rodgers
FARMINGTON Nov. 6, 1927 - Sept. 19, 2021
ST. LOUIS Jan. 2, 1940 - Nov. 11, 2021
PARK HILLS Aug. 30, 1989 - Sept. 24, 2021
FARMINGTON Oct. 12, 1938 - July 23, 2021
Melinda Schilli
DESLOGE Sept. 25, 1961 - Sept. 26, 2021
James Seevers Jr.
SAINTE GENEVIEVE March 17, 1962 - Oct. 7, 2021
FARMINGTON Feb. 8, 1949 - July 9, 2021
Lavon E. Scott
Rastus “Pat” Skaggs
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MI Died Oct. 12, 2021
DESLOGE Died July 3, 2021
BONNE TERRE Dec. 10, 1942 - Nov. 21, 2021
Joyce Smith
DE SOTO Nov. 4, 1938 - Sept. 30, 2021
June Smith
FARMINGTON June 28, 1931 - Aug. 5, 2021
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In Memoriam
Smith - Ward
Lawrence “Smitty” Smith
John Stanley
Kyleen Kay Stotler
Gary Dean Thomas
Garrett Thurman
DE SOTO Died July 17, 2021
SPRINGFIELD June 26, 1937 - July 10, 2021
BONNE TERRE Jan. 4, 1973 - Aug. 30, 2021
DESLOGE May 12, 1962 - Sept. 25, 2021
PARK HILLS Aug. 26, 1985 - Aug. 20, 2021
Lisa Soden
Michael Jason “Sally” Stevens
Michael Joseph Stout
Donald Thompson
Paula Tiefenauer
BONNE TERRE June 29, 1965 - July 12, 2021
Magdeline “Maggie” Sorbello
DESLOGE Jan. 30, 1934 - July 16, 2021
Patricia “Pat” Irene Stamm
PARK HILLS May 9, 1934 - Nov. 14, 2021
DESLOGE Aug. 26, 1981 - Oct. 29, 2021
Joe Stocker
FARMINGTON Aug. 6, 1937 - Aug. 3, 2021
Loman Stone
FARMINGTON Died June 25, 2021
Lottie Jane “Ghee” Trotter PILOT KNOB Died Sept. 27, 2021
Harry Ray Wallen
TERRE DU LAC March 6, 1950 - Oct. 23, 2021
HANNIBAL Nov. 28, 1941 - July 14, 2021
PARK HILLS Feb. 21, 1952 - July 21, 2021
ROLLA, MO Feb. 16, 1948 - Oct. 11, 2021
Shirley Sutherland
Lillian Thomure
Janene Timms
Harold “Sonny” Waller
FARMINGTON Sept. 4, 1936 - Sept. 17, 2021
Nick Talley
FARMINGTON Jan. 19, 1946 - Oct. 13, 2021
BONNE TERRE Born Jan. 16, 1927
BONNE TERRE Jan. 12, 1965 - Aug. 13, 2021
DESLOGE June 10, 1942 - Aug. 30, 2021
Andrew Thurman
Carol Toenjes
George Ward
FARMINGTON Dec. 13, 1988 - July 7, 2021
BONNE TERRE Dec. 25, 1940 - Aug. 7, 2021
FARMINGTON April 12, 1944 - July 19, 2021
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When to update your will
T Carol Suzanne Weddle
FARMINGTON Dec. 30, 1943 - Oct. 26, 2021
Patricia Rose Welker
DESLOGE Feb. 7, 1946 - Nov. 8, 2021
Charles Wigger Sr.
BONNE TERRE Aug. 2, 1947 - July 23, 2021
Eugene LeRoy Wigger
FARMINGTON Oct. 13, 1927 - Nov. 3, 2021
Betty Jean Bone Williams VEVAY, IN July 5, 1943 - Nov. 11, 2021
Diane DeClue Williams BONNE TERRE Died Nov. 25, 2021
Aaron Wilson
FARMINGTON Sept. 30, 1980 - July 9, 2021
Clarice Wion
FARMINGTON Oct. 17, 1917 - Aug. 23, 2021
La’Toya Nicole Woodland FARMINGTON June 7, 1984 - Oct. 21, 2021
Ronald Lee Wright DESLOGE Died Sept. 25, 2021
here are many occurrences that require an update to estate-planning documents. A will is your ironclad way to disperse your assets to loved ones as you wish. Here are a few of the top reasons you may need to update this important document.
Changes in financial situation There may come a time where you decide to increase or decrease the inheritance you are leaving behind for loved ones. For instance, if you receive a large sum of money, it’s possible to alter your will to add a new beneficiary or make an increase towards those currently on your list. On the other hand, if you experience financial misfortune, it’s necessary to adjust the document to pay out less and ensure your estate’s obligations can still be met.
Changes in tax laws
Sharon Weiler
FARMINGTON Jan. 31, 1954 - Sept. 4, 2021
Albert B. “Pete” Wiley
FARMINGTON Nov. 5, 1924 - Sept. 10, 2021
Janet Marie Williams
FARMINGTON Dec. 20, 1946 - Oct. 10, 2021
John Philip Wirtz
BONNE TERRE June 24, 1964 - Oct. 7, 2021
Beth Glore Hamlett Young
FARMINGTON May 21, 1977 - Nov. 11, 2021
It can be hard to stay up to date on constantly changing tax laws, but it’s necessary to keep your final document in good legal standing. Especially if your will takes actions to address estate tax issues, it’s a good idea to receive periodic reviews by a professional attorney.
Ask for advice
Richard Edward Whaley Sr.
DELSOGE May 28, 1948 - Oct. 14, 2021
Gerald Lee Wilkson
FESTUS June 3, 1943 - Nov. 2, 2021
Virginia “Babe” Williams LEADINGTON July 19, 1918 - June 27, 2021
Charles Womack
FAIR PLAY, MO May 7, 1941 - June 29, 2021
Don’t be afraid to ask your legal expert for advice on other moments that may benefit your last will and testament. Remember, this document is incredibly important to keep accurate as it articulates your vision and solidifies your legacy.
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In Memoriam
Text Tributes Jerry Jolene Armbruster
Darlene J. Harter
Donald McBride
PARK HILLS Jan. 12, 1954 - Sept. 19, 2021
NIXA, MO Dec. 21, 1937 - Oct. 13, 2021
PARK HILLS May 1, 1941 - Aug. 19, 2021
Earl Bable
Bill Helms
William Meyer
PARK HILLS Dec. 3, 1951 - July 24, 2021
PARK HILLS Sept. 23, 1969 - Sept. 10, 2021
STE GENEVIEVE Died Aug. 13, 2021
Rhonda Bailey
Darlene Henderson PARK HILLS Died Aug. 31, 2021
Judy Pingleton
FARMINGTON Died Aug. 17, 2021
Richard Barker
Erma Koen Henry
Chaste Poole
DESLOGE Oct. 17, 1946 - Aug. 13, 2021 PARK HILLS Sept. 17, 1941 - Aug. 20, 2021
FARMINGTON Oct. 16, 1917 - Nov. 12, 2021
IRONTON Died Oct. 25, 2021
Jeanette Bodine
Kimberly Sue House
Joan Propst
FARMINGTON April 5, 1933 - Dec. 15, 2020
PARK HILLS Jan. 26, 1958 - Oct. 21, 2021
FARMINGTON Died Oct. 6, 2021
Margaret “Peggy” Cadwell
Larna Huff
Charlotte Robertson
William Hughes
Stephen W. Rokiski Jr.
LaVerne A. “Babe” Hulsey
Fred Thilking
BISMARCK Aug. 19, 1933 - June 29, 2021
Cynthia CasteelHenderson
BISMARCK Nov. 6, 1955 - July 16, 2021
Shirley Jean Clemons
BONNE TERRE May 24, 1928 - Oct. 9, 2021
Sandra D. Cook
DESLOGE Oct. 28, 1938 - Nov. 23, 2021
Martha Jane Decker
POTOSI Feb. 22, 1945 - Sept. 16, 2021
Sherry Lynn Edgar
DESLOGE Jan. 6, 1950 - Nov. 21, 2021
DESLOGE Sept. 28, 1928 - July 4, 2021 SWEETWATER, IL Died Sept. 3, 2021
STE GENEVIEVE Died July 1, 2021
George Jauernig Sr.
Glen Wampler
STE GENEVIEVE Died June 23, 2021
PARK HILLS Nov. 3, 1956 - Sept. 6, 2021
Jackie Ray Johnson
Lyle Weddle
POTOSI March 31, 1956 - Nov. 8, 2021
James Johnson
PARK HILLS March 22, 1937 - July 10, 2021
Charles Jones
DESLOGE Dec. 10, 1927 - June 29, 2021
Wanda Ferguson
FARMINGTON Died Aug. 19, 2021
FARMINGTON Died Aug. 12, 2021
Mary “Louise” Fields FARMINGTON Died June 26, 2021
Ann Rohlfing Greene
PARK HILLS July 22, 1942 - Nov. 22, 2021
Christina Marie Hampton BISMARCK Sept. 12, 1983 - Sept. 10, 2021
PARK HILLS July 31, 1937 - July 6, 2021
FARMINGTON Aug. 18, 1923 - Sept. 30, 2021
Loretta Ferguson FREDERICKTOWN Died July 18, 2021
JONESBORO, AR Died 2021
Orla Kemp
Barbara Sue Kopp
PARK HILLS May 11, 1939 - Oct. 30, 2021
Von Alexander Lange FARMINGTON Died Aug. 17, 2021
Norma Ledbetter
PARK HILLS Jan. 10, 1925 - July 22, 2021
Phyliss Mason
DENVER, CO Sept. 17, 1940 - July 9, 2021
FARMINGTON Died July 3, 2021
Tips on avoiding estate planning scams
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nscrupulous actors sometimes try to entice unaware victims into financially crippling scams. One of the most common types of scam deals relates to living trusts. Fortunately, by doing your research and ensuring you are entering a valuable contract, most scams are easy to see through and avoid. A living trust is a written legal document into which you place some or all of your assets. The belongings are managed by yourself or by someone whom you dedicate the responsibility to at the time of death or until a specific date. According to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, you can choose from two types of trusts. A revocable trust is an adaptive deposit account managed by one or more people designated as a beneficiary who receives the assets upon an owner’s
death. It can be revoked, terminated or changed at any time, at the discretion of the owner. An irrevocable trust is when the owner contributes deposits or properties to the trust but gives up power to cancel or change the account. When determining the right plan, keep an eye out for common types of scams, as reported by the attorney general of Pennsylvania.
Fraudulent Activity Typically, the beginnings of a dishonest living trust begin with a phone call. Unsuspecting people, often elderly, are solicited to attend seminars or receive an in-home visit to discuss living trusts. Once the meeting starts, trustors are often put under extreme pressure to secure their assets through pushy sale pitches. In most cases, a con artist will play on the worry that your beneficiaries will be un-
prepared to deal with your death or that a court will decide what happens to your belongings. In most cases, these salespeople are merely attempting to access your sensitive financial information. They will often make illegal withdrawals from your accounts or sell your data to other con artists to pursue more fraudulent sales.
Ways to Avoid a Scam Keep these tips in mind to avoid falling victim to an unruly financial trust. • Recruit your own trusted attorney or reputable estate planner. • Never sign documents that you don’t fully understand. • Ensure you have the option to update your trust periodically. • Verify any affiliation or endorsement by a government agency or senior association. - Green Shoot Media
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How to choose a final resting place
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o one likes to think about it—but we all need to plan for our eventual demise. And one of the most compassionate things you can do for your loved ones is making sure you’ve made a plan for a final resting place. Whether you’re pre-planning for yourself or helping a family member with choices, these end-of-life decisions will have a lasting impact. Here are some things to consider when choosing a final resting place.
Cemetery Choosing a resting place is similar to buying real estate. Location will play a large part in choosing a cemetery plot or mausoleum. Your final resting place should have special meaning for you and your loved ones. Ideally, it should be neat, clean and have long-term arrangements for taking care of the grounds. A convenient location is preferable, so loved ones can pay their respects easily and conveniently. Much of this decision will be based on
personal preference. It might be a small, quiet country location or a plot in the middle of a bustling city. There are plenty of options available, depending on your wishes. The property manager should have a stellar reputation and a lengthy track record of being professional. It is important that they make you feel comfortable and at peace with your decisions. Look for a cemetery that will be run in perpetuity. It should have stable management now and detailed plans for ongoing maintenance through decades to come. Do not be afraid to ask questions about the company’s history and plans for the future.
Headstones Deciding on the right headstone is another way to leave a legacy. The monument or headstone can say a lot about the deceased’s life. You can choose a simple, straightforward stone or an elaborate stone with a custom design. You can also leave a message for descendants. This headstone will be around for a very long time, and it can inform people
about your life. So you might want something more unique. Monuments can also reflect the personality and interests of the person they are honoring. Many companies offer a variety of designs and layouts for people who want a special headstone. They have symbols and messages that can honor religious beliefs,
clubs, honors or careers. These elements will add personality to your headstone. These companies are happy to cater to your request. They might also make recommendations. A final resting place will honor a legacy for many years to come. The decisions you make will leave a meaningful impression, so take the time to choose wisely.
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