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In our blog, we share resources and information that families in our community can use to cope with their loss or better understand their grief. We also write about ways we have been involved in the community. Check out our latest posts below.
Presidents’ Day
Posted on February 16, 2022 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Death, Holidays, Presidents' Day
In the coming week we will celebrate Presidents’ Day. Observed on the third Monday in February, this special day honors the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln, George Washington, and all those who have served as president. I recently came across an interesting online article from Encyclopedia Britannica entitled “5 Wacky Facts about the Births and Deaths […]
Continue ReadingDeath and Valentine’s Day
Posted on February 2, 2022 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Death, Holidays, Valentine's Day
I was surprised to learn that Valentine’s Day may have a history rooted in death – and violence, for that matter. An article on www.history.com entitled “This Day in History – February 14 – St. Valentine beheaded” is a very interesting read. Written by the history.com editors and originally published on November 24, 2009, the […]
Continue ReadingPre-planning Cremation: Where to Begin?
Posted on January 6, 2022 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Cremation, Death, Pre-planning
A new year is upon us, and many individuals are interested in putting their affairs in order. Pre-planning your final arrangements is an excellent way to accomplish this resolution. As you begin the cremation pre-planning process, it is important to remember that you are not just planning for yourself. You are making arrangements and decisions […]
Continue ReadingPay It Forward
Posted on December 1, 2021 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | Leave a comment
Posted under Death, Funerals
Southern Utah is one of the greatest places in the world to live, and we are fortunate to call it our home. It is here that we have had the pleasure of growing our funeral home since 2008. Our community is very important; therefore, we created the Serenity Pay It Forward Account. Losing a child […]
Continue ReadingAdapting to Grief During Thanksgiving
Posted on November 24, 2021 by Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah | 3 Comments
Posted under Death, Funerals, Holidays, Thanksgiving
I recently read an interesting article entitled “How to Survive Thanksgiving Day Grief.” Authored by Chris Raymond and published by verywellhealth.com, this article gives excellent insight into celebrating a holiday while mourning a loved one and offers five tips to support your emotional well-being. Permit Yourself to Say No. Thanksgiving is a holiday steeped in […]
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