We have fielded many “never faced this before” questions the last couple of years. Here are a few we share with you in this Chronicle, to help you understand that you are not alone.
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Christman’s Chronicles: Creating the perfect military farewell [Paid Press Release]
There is something extra special about the honor of serving military families to create a celebration of life of a person who unselfishly served our country, so the rest of us could live in safety and freedom.
Christman’s Chronicles: Keeping memories alive during a challenging time [Paid Press Release]
Without exaggeration, grief due to the loss of a loved one has been especially challenging, due to the added restrictions attached to living through the pandemic.
Christman’s Chronicles: Tell us your story [Paid Press Release]
You tell your story, we listen, and then we use our experience to create the Perfect Farewell service for you or your loved one.
Christman’s Chronicles: Understanding the loss of a sibling [Paid Press Release]
Losing a loved one is difficult in any situation, but can be especially hard when the deceased is a brother or sister.
Christman’s Chronicles: What about your own funeral? [Paid Press Release]
More and more people are creating advance plans for their own funerals.
Christman’s Chronicles: “Grief is the tax we pay on our attachments” [Paid Press Release]
Grief is the “tax,” but it is paid with love and remembrance to an unforgettable person who was an important part of your life.
Christman’s Chronicles: Making the ceremony meaningful [Paid Press Release]
When we meet with a grieving family immediately after the loss of a loved one, we always focus on the inevitable question of What do I do next? The one given in these situations is our commitment to making the decision meaningful.
Christman’s Chronicles: Grief and your physical health [Paid Press Release]
We understand that grief can become all consuming when a loved one is lost. As time passes, the toll it takes on you physically can be detrimental to your long-term health.
Christman’s Chronicles: Scattering cremated remains [Paid Press Release]
Christman’s Funeral Home is dedicated to help you create “the Perfect Farewell” for your loved one, and scattering cremated remains is one of many options they assist you with.
Christman’s Chronicles: Words to avoid when speaking to a grieving friend [Paid Press Release]
The last thing grieving family members are ready to hear is any suggestion that they are no longer connected to the deceased.
Christman’s Chronicles: Be prepared [Paid Press Release]
Our advice, based on the experience of many situations involving the loss of a loved one, is to do your homework before the event takes place.
Christman’s Chronicles: Make sure you take care of yourself while grieving [Paid Press Release]
Grief is the natural byproduct of the experience, but it is also important that you do not neglect your own personal health and well-being during this difficult time.
Christman’s Chronicles: Following CDC guidelines [Paid Press Release]
We can all embrace a sense of optimism that the pandemic will subside once the vaccine delivery becomes more widespread, but in the meantime, we continue to be very conscious of giving proper guidance to the individuals and families we serve.
Christman’s Chronicles: Behold your loved one [Paid Press Release]
Behold is an ancient word that appears many times in the Bible. Behold also fits our idea of the Perfect Farewell.