The Natural Order of a Funeral | Planning and Celebrating a Loved One’s Life
At Willwerscheid, we want to make this difficult time in your life easier. We want to make sure your family is taken care of and that as you begin your journey through the grieving process, you know you have someone to depend on to help plan the services for your…...
5 Ways to Cope with Work After a Death
Life is full of unexpected moments and changes. Coping with the ups and downs of family issues, work relationships, caretaking and just the daily grind can tax our personal coping skills. Death of a loved one is one of the top stressors a person must handle in life. The emotions…...
Grieving during Easter
Easter is a time that a lot of families get together for a big meal and delicious spring time desserts.. The kids run around searching for Easter eggs left by the elusive Easter bunny. In many cases Spring has sprung or at the very least has peeked over the horizon.…...
How does Stress Affect Grief?
All of us have ways we deal with the stress in our lives. Some ways are positive and others are not. The death of a loved one is considered one of the most stressful life events a person faces. Bereavement adds complexity to the stress of our daily lives. Coping…...
Coping with the Loss of a Spouse
How can one possibly absorb the shock of the death of a mate? No matter how many years you have shared, memories of courtship, lifelong plans, and your marriage are most difficult to bear. Not to mention what has been left behind: children and grandchildren; dreams yet to be fulfilled.…...
6 Tips for Getting Out of the Winter Lull
The holidays are over and we still have months of cold weather and snow. But have no fear, here are 6 ways to help you get out of the winter lull before it gets you down. Cold weather and snow can get some people down while others thrive. Here are…...
Christmas for Kids Who’ve Lost a Loved One
Even kids grieve around the holidays when they have lost a loved one. Here are 5 helpful tips to help them cope....
Preparing for the Holidays While Grieving
The holiday season can be difficult after losing a loved one. One way people can help alleviate the feelings of loss are to remember your loved one in your holiday planning. How can you do that? Here are some ideas....
Your Questions about Cremation Answered
Cremation is becoming more and more common across the United States. Why do people choose cremation? Some people want to be more eco-friendly, some cost-effective, and others find cremation a better burial option. Frequently, people will request cremation and then ask to have the remains spread across a piece of…...
Losing a Child
It has been said that parents who lose a child also lose the hopes, dreams, and expectations they had for that child. They lose a part of themselves. They lose their future because their child represents their sense of ongoing life. Psychologists believe, because of these reasons, the death of…...
