The Loss of a Spouse
By Dr Bill Webster A 50/50 chance, to any gambler, is a pretty good bet. But did you ever stop to think that if you are in a significant relationship, there is a 50/50 chance that you will eventually grieve the loss of your partner. Listen to some of the stories of people who experienced […]
Dealing with Special Days and Holidays
By Dr Bill Webster You probably heard the expression “Some days are diamonds, some days are stones”. When you are grieving, there is no question that some days are more difficult than others. Many people don’t realize that grief comes and goes. Let me illustrate. If you get a sore throat, it is painful for […]
Is a Viewing Necessary?
Most people have heard the old saying, “Seeing is believing,” but many people also have lived through a life experience that gave them a deep, emotional understanding of this simple phrase. Consider what happens when parents receive a call from their child’s school saying that their child has been hurt on the schoolyard. They’re told […]
Support for Losses Through Miscarriage and Stillbirth
All of the deaths we encounter through our clients are difficult, but it’s those that deal with the loss of an infant that really hits home. Our funeral directors in Bellingham and Ferndale take extra special care in these situations as we understand how important this process is for our families. Unfortunately, miscarriages and stillbirths […]
Memorial Day Events in Whatcom County
If you’re looking for events to enjoy during the memorial day weekend we’ve got you covered. Festival of Flags The Festival of Flags and Memorial Remembrance Day Ceremony is an event we host at our Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale that draws in nearly 2,000 members of the community. The flag flying is taken seriously […]