Mountain Valley Funeral Home

01/30/2026

Offering condolences can feel a little uncomfortable, especially when you're not sure what to say. But with a little knowledge and a dose of compassion, you can send a meaningful message. For help with sending condolences via text or direct message, click the link!

Would you like to send a condolence to a friend via text message or DM? Check out this article for sample text and etiquette tips!

01/26/2026

01/25/2026

When yes means no and up means down. Happy Opposite Day!

01/23/2026

Would you like to learn more about the intricacies of Jewish funeral customs? Check out this informative article about 10 traditional Jewish funeral practices and their role in the grief journey.

Curious about traditional Jewish funeral customs? Check out this informative article about 10 traditions you'll see practice in Judaism.

01/23/2026

Making meaningful memories with family lasts more than a lifetime. It brings hope, joy, and laughter - all good things!

What does your family do together to make positive and fulfilling memories? Tell us in the comments!

01/19/2026

Today, we honor Martin Luther King Jr. for his tireless efforts in the fight for racial equality, social justice, and civil rights in the United States. Across the country, so many people honor his memory by focusing on service and community involvement because Dr. King valued social responsibility and the power of individual action. He is a man to respect and remember for generations to come!

01/16/2026

While funerals of the past were more cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all style events, that’s not true anymore. Check out this article to learn more about funeral personalization and how it’s changing the way we honor and remember the lives of those we love.

Funerals aren't one-size-fits-all. In fact, funeral personalization is key to creating a meaningful and healing tribute. Click for more!

01/16/2026

Cremation is a popular choice for final disposition, but did you know it is still possible to have a service to honor your loved one?

You can hold a service to honor and commemorate their life before or after the cremation process occurs with a traditional funeral service or a simple memorial.

For more information about the importance of a ceremony and how to celebrate the life of your loved one with cremation, visit www.funeralbasics.org/cremation-importance-ceremony/.

01/09/2026

Music can help us express our feelings in a way words alone often can’t, which is why personalizing the music at a funeral or celebration of life is so important. If your loved one grew up in the 1940s – or just loved 1940s music – here are 10 songs you can incorporate into their service.

Want to incorporate music from the 1940s in your loved one's celebration of life? Check out our list for 10 beautiful options.

01/06/2026

Did you know that cuddling not only makes you feel warmer, but it also releases oxytocin? This feel-good hormone helps reduce heart disease and lower blood pressure, stress, and anxiety. That’s a lot of benefits! So, grab your favorite cuddle partner - human or animal - and enjoy the day!