July 2020

Page A34 JULY 2020 FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY NEWS S ec t i on A mymortuarycooler.com Are you state compliant? Phone: 877-770-TIES (8437) Fax: 276-466-3474 E-mail: customerservice@tiesforyou.com www.tiesforyou.com STYLISH MATCHING TIES FOR PROFESSIONALS Any Size Group or Organization Call 651-450-7727 to request a wholesale catalog, Our Extra-Large Cremains Bags (13”x 15”) are perfectly sized for the Standard Plastic Human Service Urn. or visit UrnBags.com to order some bags. Just $2.90 each*. * Bags sold in multiples of 10 Choose from Black, Blue, or Burgundy J t $3. 0 each* Museum Corner Hello sponsors, players, and supporters of the National Museum of Funeral History, The 26th Annual Charity Golf Classic , that was originally scheduled for June 1, 2020, will now take place on Mon- day, November 9, 2020 at the Kingwood Country Club, in King- wood, Texas. We invite you to attend this five-man scramble tournament, which is an excellent opportunity to network with business executives and funeral industry professionals from across the country, as well as sup- port the museum. The Museum Staff and Golf Committee are continuing with all plans and preparations. We are asking for your support now more than ever. This fun- draising event is vital to the sustainment and future growth of the museum. The staff and Board of Directors are grateful for your sup- port each year! We will continue to monitor the spread of the novel coronavi- rus (COVID-19) and will follow recommendations from the Har- ris County Health Care Agency, the Texas Department of Public Health and the CDC. If the circumstances change with this unprecedented global public health issue and it is determined that we are unable to host the event this year, we will evaluate ALL options for our registrants and spon- sors so that everyone can choose the option that works best for them. Our great community has always been committed to health and wellness and together, we will get through this. Thank you for your patience, understanding and continued support. –Genevieve Keeney, Board of Directors, Golf Committee, and the Staff of the Museum The National Museum of Funeral History located in Houston, Texas, houses the country’s largest collection of funeral service artifacts and features renowned exhibits on one of man’s oldest cultural customs. It belongs to YOU and everyone in the funeral industry. Visitors can discover the mourning rituals of ancient civilizations, see up-close authentic items used in the funerals of U.S. Presidents and Popes and explore the rich heritage of the industry that cares for the dead. The Museum is located at 415 Barren Springs Drive, Houston, Texas 77090. Visit www.nmfh.org for more details. FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY NEWS www.nomispublications.com Monthly Columns online at Support the museum’s future by securing your 2020 sponsorship commitment! N ational M useum of F uneral H istory C harity G olf C lassic to be held N ovember 9, 2020 Sponsorship opportunities are avail- able. We invite you to join us at the Sponsor Appreciation Night on Sun- day, November 8 from 5-7 p.m. at the National Museum of Funeral His- tory complex. At the event, light hors d’oeuvres and complimentary cocktails will be served among the museum’s 15 permanent exhibits that includes the new George H.W. Bush Memorial Ex- hibit. Guests will have the opportunity to check-in early for the tournament, bid on the silent auction items, and purchase raffle and mulligan tickets. Honoring the compassion and dedi- cation of the funeral industry has been the Museum’s mission since it began in 1992. Today, the Museum houses the nation’s largest collection of funeral ar- tifacts and continues to enlighten visitors about the rich history of funeral service. Confirm your sponsorship today and register for the tournament online at www.nmfh.org . If you are unable to register online, contact the Museum at 281-876-3063. least one term or semester remaining in his/her program. Students with less than a full term of study remaining will be considered for partial awards. In addition to these requirements, students must com- plete all forms and follow all procedures as outlined online at: https://bogatiurns.com/scholarshipapplicationinfo/. The deadline for consideration is July 31, 2020. Students may apply once per calendar year. If chosen, the award will be applied directly to the win- ning student’s tuition charges for the Fall 2020 term and can be used for tuition, books, or other program required supply costs. “We hope one positive to come out of COVID-19 is a renewed energy and commitment for those who hear a calling to join this industry,” said Bogard LeBlanc. “Fu- neral and cremation is more than important - it’s critical. We are proud to be doing what we can to support it and those who are answering the call through our scholarship opportunity.” Founded in 2004 by Andrea Bogard LeBlanc, Bogati Urn Company offers funeral homes and crematories unparal- leled service and wholesale pricing on an equally unparal- leled variety of urns, scattering tubes and related products. Its original lead crystal line has expanded to feature a diverse and hand-selected product line from trusted manufacturers and skilled artisans worldwide. Its inventory now includes hundreds of memorial urns for adults, children and pets in varying materials, including glass, marble, wood, porcelain, brass and metal. Custom options are also available. Bogati Urns is headquartered in Sarasota, FL and is a proud member of several industry organizations, including the As- sociation of Independent Funeral Directors of Florida; Florida Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Association; Cremation Asso- ciation of North America; and Pet Loss Professionals Alliance. To learn more about the Bogati Urns Scholarship, visit: https://bogatiurns.com/scholarship/. News Educational Bogati Urn Company’s Third Annual Scholarship Open for Applications SARASOTA,FL— As the world continues to navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic, the ongoing need for strong and smart funeral and crematory professionals is more apparent than ever. In a continued effort to do its part to support the industry in this area, the applica- tion process is now open for the third Annual Bogati Urn Company Scholarship Fund, which will provide funeral service or mortuary science program students with finan- cial awards ranging from $500 to $2,500 per school year. The first two years of offering this scholarship were met with success. A total of 42 students from 16 differ- ent funeral service or mor- tuary science programs in 12 states have applied, and 6 recipients have been awarded for a combined total of $7500. “This is now one of our favorite times of the year,” said Andrea Bogard LeB- lanc, Bogati Urns found- er. “Evaluating the Boga- ti Scholarship applicants offers us a glimpse of the brightest stars in our indus- try and allows us to reward those who shine the most.” To be eligible for consid- eration, applicants must be United States citizens who have already completed one or more terms of study in funeral service or mortuary science education. To be considered for a full award, students should have at www.nomi s publ i cat i ons . com