Gillies Funeral Chapel

11/14/2025

Grief is often unseen and therefore can be a very lonely journey. Remember, we are always here for support.

11/14/2025

View Steven Allen Braegger's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

11/14/2025

View Carol Simonsen Braegger's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

11/12/2025

Flag etiquette dictates that every time an American flag is to be stored or presented during a ceremony, its handlers should fold it in half twice lengthwise; then starting with the end opposite the blue field, make a taut triangular fold. Handlers continue to fold the flag in triangles until the flag has formed a triangular “pillow” with the blue field showing on the outside. It’s a dignified way to treat the flag, and by extension a dignified way to treat the deceased.

11/10/2025

"Everyone grieves in different ways. For some, it could take longer or shorter. I do know it never disappears. An ember still smolders inside me. Most days, I don't notice it, but, out of the blue, it'll flare to life." - Maria V. Snyder

11/08/2025

11/06/2025

Looking for a monument? Contact us at 435-723-5236 and we will walk through the process and options available to you.

11/04/2025

Give your loved ones the gift of knowing your final wishes by planning ahead.

11/02/2025

Before passing, Albert Einstein chose to be cremated and have his remains scattered. His brain, however, was removed for scientific study.

10/30/2025

The concept of delayed grief in the military environment doesn’t mean all Veterans grieve in the same way. But sometimes the unique conflict situation Veterans face and their inability to take time off to grieve the loss of a fellow service member, frequently brings on specific instances of survivor guilt and traumatic grief.
TALK – sometimes an opportunity to express oneself on an emotional level is best. Talk to another Veteran, or find a family member or friend who is able to be present and listen without judgment. Seek immediate assistance during times of crisis.
CONNECT – there are a wide range of programs and resources geared towards Veterans, e.g. the National Veterans Foundation provides crisis services for Vets and their families and maintains a current list of organizations that offer targeted assistance for Veterans. Connect with others and get help on dealing with grief.
ADVOCATE – it can be difficult for fellow Veterans to claim the health and financial benefits due to them for their honorable service. Veterans can help each other by getting involved and advocating in person or online so that all Veterans receive the help they deserve, including help for handling grief.

10/30/2025

Still one of my favorites…