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04/24/2026

Visiting a grief support group can help you in your grief journey, but what should you expect when you go? Read the article below to learn what your experience at a grief support group might look like.

Visiting a grief support group for the first time can be intimidating. Learn what to expect by reading this article!

04/22/2026

Earth is an incredible place, filled with majestic mountains, stunning landscapes, and awe-inspiring coastlines. As we celebrate this Earth Day, which part of Earth's natural beauty inspires you?

04/20/2026

Danny K. Byrd, 77, of Patton, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Claru DeVille Nursing Center.

Danny was born on December 6, 1948, in St. Francis, Arkansas, to Orba and Lillian (Ward) Byrd. On April 15, 1972, he married the love of his life, Deborah Burbach, in St. Charles,…

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04/20/2026

04/17/2026

All over the planet, many different cultures and peoples use flowers to honor and remember lost loved ones. But the flowers used can be different from place to place. Check out this article to learn more about funeral flowers around the world!

Funeral flowers vary around the world, but some are universal. Check out this article to learn more about funeral flowers around the world!

04/17/2026

If you have a loved one entering hospice care, there are likely many questions on your mind about their care. One of those concerns may pertain to medical supplies and equipment. Where do they come from? Does hospice provide them? Click the link to learn more as you prepare to care for your loved one in their final days.

Not sure whether hospice care provides medical equipment and supplies? Check out this article to get your questions answered!

04/14/2026

It's National Gardening Day! If you maintain a garden, when did you first start and what is your favorite part of gardening?

04/10/2026

Choosing a final resting place is no small decision, which is why it's good to know what your cemetery options are. To learn about the 4 main types of cemeteries and some of their special features, click the link! With a little information, you can make a more-informed decision about the best final resting place for your situation.

Can you name the 4 different types of cemeteries? No worries! Check out this article for an easy-to-understand review of them.

04/10/2026

Grief can sometimes feel disjointed - a cry here, a burst of anger there; a deep sadness today, a crush of guilt tomorrow. In this article, Dr. Alan Wolfelt, renowned author and grief counselor, urges us to trust the process of grief. As you surrender to the mystery, your experience of love and grief will create a changed you. A you who has not only survived but who has learned to thrive again in a new form and in a new way. Click the link to learn more!

In our lives, we all participate in rituals. To learn more about the healing aspects of rituals, take a few moments to read this article.

04/08/2026

Helen Louise Vandeven, 91, of Marble Hill, Missouri died Monday, April 6, 2026 at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born March 21, 1935 in Kelso, MO to the late Paul Joseph and Anna Helen Scherer Glastetter. She and Alvin Bernard Vandeven were married August 8, 1953 at St.…

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04/07/2026

April 15th is coming up fast - don't forget to complete your taxes!