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Today, two AA patrol vans arrived at the funeral home to form a convoy behind the hearse, marking the final journey of Paul Roper. Having dedicated numerous years to the AA as a patrolman, this gesture served as a heartfelt tribute from the organization to honor Paul’s memory. In addition to his service with the […]
Celebration of LifeYesterday, we honored the memory of the beloved farmer, Lennard Barrett, in a heartfelt celebration of his life. We ensured that Lennard received a fitting farewell, going above and beyond to make every detail perfect. Last week, the vegetable trailer was delivered to the funeral home, marking the beginning of our efforts to create a […]
UncategorizedWhat is grief gardening? Grief will never leave you completely – but there are healthy ways to cope. Some people find that gardening as they grieve is a good way to ease some of the physical and emotional symptoms after a loss. Numerous studies have demonstrated that spending at least an hour a day outside […]
Bereavement, Care & Support, Grief & SympathyChild Bereavement UK https://www.childbereavementuk.org • Child Bereavement UK offer a schools’ information pack which is detailed and structured. https://www.childbereavementuk.org/Handlers/Download.ashx?IDMF=a35f83e5-e4ad-49e1- 8b01-7e7d55ffa528 It walks through many scenarios and includes scripts for what to say in assemblies, etc. It outlines what children’s understanding of death is likely to be at different ages. There is an example policy for […]
BereavementThe grief journey is long, winding, uncharted and at times torturous. Two of the most common emotions experienced on this journey will be times of anger and times of guilt. Guilt is insidious, it creeps under our skin and becomes a part of us before we realise it’s happening. When linked to a bereavement, guilt […]
BereavementLosing a baby is often called an ‘unthinkable’ tragedy. As a society, we find the loss of a baby too shocking to think or talk about, but for some parents, the ‘unthinkable’ becomes a reality. We tend to think about old age when we talk about death, so stillbirth and neonatal loss can be hard […]
BereavementAfter a loved one has died, you may be able to visit them before the funeral. This is usually done at the funeral home in a chapel of rest or a mortuary. You can spend time with them alone or with a close friend, family member, or the funeral director. Whether or not to visit […]
Bereavement, FuneralReturning to work after the death of a loved one may be the last thing on your mind. While some people prefer to return quickly in order to get back into a routine, many grieving people struggle to return to their professional lives. In an ideal world, all employers, managers, and co-workers would receive grief […]
BereavementChoosing funeral songs is frequently regarded as an important aspect of customising a funeral service for a loved one. It’s an opportunity for you to pay tribute to their personality, hobbies, or simply say good-by with one of their favourite songs. While classical music or funeral hymns have traditionally been the preferred funeral music, pop […]
Celebration of Life, FuneralWhen planning a funeral service for a loved one, many people choose to include meaningful readings. Some of the world’s greatest poets have written down their thoughts and feelings about the loss of a loved one, which may help you understand your own. Poetry can provide great comfort in voicing how you feel, whether it […]
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