"We participate in Before I Die Festivals because any time there's a conversation about death and dying, that's where we all need to be. From a funeral home perspective, we also get leads that we can follow up in pre-need with families in our communities, so get involved!"

Tom Antram, President and CEO, French Funerals & Cremations, Albuquerque, New Mexico

"We have great appreciation for our involvement in Before I Die Festivals. The festival's mission of educating the public is consistent with our own mission and values. Removing the mystique around the funeral and cemetery professions - and educating our communities about the value of our services - is time well spent."

Michael Watkins, Vice President, Park Lawn Corporation, Houston, Texas

"As the industry has changed, more families are interested in owning their funeral rituals. The Before I Die Festival in a Box provides an awesome opportunity for funeral directors to engage with families and start that conversation, so everyone knows what a loved one wants when the time ultimately comes."

Darren Crouch, President, Passages International, wholesaler of eco-friendly and biodegradable funeral products

"Gail teaches us that a conversation about death is really a conversation about life! The Before I Die Festival in a Box is a step-by-step guide to bring these enlightening conversations to your community. Use this wisdom to create events that inspire your clients to make educated decisions about their own end-of-life plans."

Seth Viddal, Co-Owner and CEO, The Natural Funeral, Lafayette, Colorado

"Before I Die Festivals are vital to help people get comfortable with and plan for the end of life. Gail pours her expertise and passion into this book. Let it be a catalyst to spread the Before I Die movement across the country."

Neil Fogarty, Coordinator, Before I Die Ohio Festival