Episode 48: Hitting the Runway: When Funerals Get Creative

Update: 2025-06-11

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Lanae Strovers just might be one of the most creative funeral directors out there. From transforming a visitation room into a baseball field to honor a Little League coach, to creating a runway featuring clothing designed by a glamorous 1940s model, Lanae's personal touches help family and friends begin their grief journeys in beautifully meaningful ways.

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Episode 48: Hitting the Runway: When Funerals Get Creative

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Episode 48: Hitting the Runway: When Funerals Get Creative

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Episode 48: Hitting the Runway: When Funerals Get Creative