Tag Archives: New England

“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”

- Ralph Waldo Emerson
Posted on July 18, 2017 by Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
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Wampanoag Burial Traditions

We revisit the end-of-life practices of one of the most famous Native American tribes
Posted on November 28, 2013 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

With Thanksgiving underway, we look to the funeral traditions of perhaps the most famous of the Native American peoples: the Wampanoag. It is estimated that these Native Americans lived in the New England region for over 10,000 years, with over … Continue reading →

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What Is a Sea Burial? An Interview with Captain Brad White

A new look at the old tradition of burials at sea
Posted on August 31, 2013 by Oz Litvac (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Captain Brad White is the founder of New England Burials At Sea – also known as National Burials At Sea – which is used by the Navy, EPA and many funeral homes across America. New England Burials At Sea is an innovative and contemporary way … Continue reading →

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