Funeral Directors Life

“We will always remember the victims…And we will always be inspired by the heroism and decency of our fellow citizens on that day. Police, firefighters, emergency rescue personnel, doctors, nurses, and many others risked their own lives to save the lives of their fellow citizens. "They demonstrated the great character and bravery of our nation, and they embody the great spirit of America.” – George W. Bush Today, we remember those we lost and those who were heroes.

Your funeral home’s legacy is one of excellence, professionalism, and compassion. That’s why families have turned to you for generations. But the funeral profession is changing. You need a partner who knows your past, understands your current needs, and can guide you toward a promising tomorrow. And if they have a long history of supporting the funeral profession, even better. Visit us later this month at the 2024 Selected Independent Funeral Homes Annual Meeting to discover a partnership focused on protecting your legacy. See you in Florida!

That’s a wrap on another incredible season! 🥎🏆 Several members of our staff played in the Abilene recreational softball league and knocked it out of the park with great teamwork, triumphs, and tons of fun. We can't wait to cheer on "The Rookies" again next year! Thanks to our parent company, Directors Investment Group, for sponsoring our team and giving us a chance to stay physically active.

How easily can a new competitor gain market share? Maybe easier than you think. Many of today’s families start their search online, which is why your funeral home needs to be one of the top results. Even if your business has consistent walk-ins and call-ins, more families may choose your competitor if your website isn't helpful – or found on Google. That's why you need to make your funeral home's website a powerful tool to serve families. Watch this short video to hear Curtis Funk, CEO of Tukios, discuss the importance of making your funeral home's website a differentiator in your community.

Does managing your funeral home’s social media leave you with questions like: 👫 What audience am I trying to reach? 🖱️ What does “CTR” mean? 🖥️ What should I post and when? We understand there are many questions to consider, and you need ideas and answers to make managing social media a little easier. Click here for 9 ways to help you better manage your social media and stand out online: https://hubs.ly/Q02MJj4T0

“There’s only one way to succeed in anything, and that is to give it everything.” – Vince Lombardi At Funeral Directors Life, our success comes directly from our people, who give their all to serve our families and funeral homes. To celebrate Labor Day, we want to thank each of our employees for their work and their positive impact on the funeral profession. Our offices are closed today, but we’ll be back tomorrow to assist you with any need you have.

“We cannot go around the pain of our grief. Instead, we must learn to embrace and express it.” – Dr. Alan Wolfelt, renowned author, educator, and grief expert. Grief impacts everyone differently. In honor of National Grief Awareness Day, we asked our people one question: What is grief to you? The answers we heard spoke beyond the pain of grief and to something bigger. Watch to see if these are similar answers you’ve heard from families in your care.

John Yopp is passionate about helping family-owned funeral homes. However, he wasn’t passionate about using traditional lending process options to grow his business. “It was almost like they wanted to keep my business from growing.”  But that was before John discovered Funeral Directors Life’s lending service. Now, growing his business is easier than ever! "I wish I had used FDL’s preneed and lending services years ago." Discover why FDL was the right choice for John: https://hubs.ly/Q02JjqTk0

Your website can be an excellent tool for your funeral home and community. But constantly updating and managing your website can steal your time and diminish your service to families. Protect your time and leave your website to us! Choosing the right provider can help you stay focused on your service and give you a website that educates families and drives your preneed program. Explore your options today and make your website an asset: https://hubs.ly/Q02JKwzF0

Join us in recognizing our incredible People Operations Department! These special and uplifting individuals make up our Organizational Development and Talent Acquisition teams, where they help us connect, contribute, and grow. They always go above and beyond to do just that. Thank you for making it a joy to come to work every day!