Memorial, Cremation & Fingerprint Jewelry News & Blog

In their new monthly column, "In The Know", American Funeral Director Magazine focuses on topics that have the biggest impact on your bottom line. 

Ultimate Canine gives guidance and trains dogs from the time they are born, and on throughout their lives.

Morris V. Prout is a dog of many collars. He’s a family dog, a certified therapy dog, and the Director of Community Engagement for Prout Funeral Home in Verona, New Jersey. At only one year old, this Australian Labradoodle’s success is dog years ahead of his fellow canines.

It’s not every day or for just any reason that Dougherty Enterprises (Thumbies and Buddies Keepsakes, Studio D Jewelers, et. al.), closes its doors on a business day. But last week we did just that, for our first-ever Employee Development Day, held at the Shah Center in McHenry.

The wait is over, we've officially relaunched our Elements™ keepsake line!

Our signature zirconium ceramic keepsakes return with stronger material and more area to preserve prints from people and pets you love!

The holiday season is one of the most beautiful times of the year. It's a time spent enjoying the days with friends & family, with some celebrating their love by giving gifts to those closest to them.

While the gift-giving season may sometimes feel stressful, we at Thumbies & Buddies Keepsakes have...

Thumbies’ New Viper and Deception Cigar Cutters add personality to utility with engraved prints from pets and loved ones.

At Thumbies, we understand that everybody handles grief a little differently. Our partners in the funeral home industry have also recognized this phenomenon and some are finding new ways to help families accept a loved one's passing.

We have produced an article for the Order of the Golden Rule (an...

Keep all that you value securely in your pocket with Thumbies’ Stainless-Steel Money Clip

At Thumbies, we pride ourselves on creating hand-crafted jewelry that is perfect to the smallest detail. Each of our pieces is designed to form a personal connection with its wearer while being a premium keepsake of a loved one.

Proper care is an important part of caring for your Thumbies’ keepsake...