Virginia Morticians' Association, Inc.

12/05/2025

🎉 Happy Birthday to Our December VMA Members! 🎉 Wishing each of you a month filled with joy, celebration, and blessings. Enjoy your special day! 🎂✨

Eugene Bannister – Dec. 1

Amore Sanderlin – Dec. 2

VMA Chaplain, Steven Felton, Sr. – Dec. 5

Randolph Horton – Dec. 5

Kirk Wilkerson – Dec. 5

Marvin Gilliam, Sr. – Dec. 11

Edward Cowell – Dec 16

Danielle Fitchett-Mann – Dec. 18

Past Pres. Shirley P. Johnson-Pryor – Dec. 19

Toshia Martin – Dec. 22

Board Sec’y Sandra Hairston – Dec. 24

Armeke Smith – Dec. 24

Kentrall Harris – Dec. 25

11/28/2025

The Richmond Funeral Directors Association is honored to give back this Thanksgiving season.

Our members provided Cracker Barrel prepared Thanksgiving dinners to families in need.

As funeral service professionals, service is at the heart of what we do, both inside and outside the funeral home. We are grateful for the opportunity to support families and spread a little love and comfort during this holiday season.

11/27/2025

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from President Shenae Cooper Drummond & the Virginia Morticians’ Association 🍁

Today, we pause with grateful hearts to say thank you.

To every licensed professional, student, apprentice, family-owned firm, and community partner across the Commonwealth, your dedication, compassion, and commitment to service continue to uplift the families of Virginia in their most tender moments.

As we gather with loved ones, may this season remind us of the importance of gratitude, togetherness, and the sacred privilege we share in caring for others.

May your day be filled with warmth, peace, and abundant blessings.

From our VMA family to yours,
Happy Thanksgiving!🧡

11/25/2025

Do we have any VMA members ready to take the stage and share their expertise in Tampa? Submit your proposals by January 31, 2026.

📣 CALLING ALL PRESENTERS!

The NFDMA 89th Annual National Convention & Expo is headed to Tampa, Florida • August 1–5, 2026, and we’re looking for dynamic, innovative voices to take the stage!

Our 2026 theme is:
✨ Inspire | Integrate | Innovate ✨

If you have a powerful message, groundbreaking research, or a timely topic that can elevate the funeral service profession… we want to hear from you.

📝 Call for Presentations is NOW OPEN
📅 Submission Deadline: January 31, 2026

Let your expertise shine at one of the largest and most impactful gatherings in funeral service.

➡️ Visit www.nfdma.com to submit your proposal.
📍 Hosted by: National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc.

Let’s INSPIRE. Let’s INTEGRATE. Let’s INNOVATE.
See you in Tampa!

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes 🇺🇸
Today, the Virginia Morticians’ Association pauses to honor and thank all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedom will never be forgotten. We also salute our veteran members and colleagues who continue to serve their communities with the same honor and integrity.

11/06/2025

📢 FREE GUIDE!

🕊️ “When Words Matter” reveals how funeral terminology is often misunderstood—and how clear communication can make all the difference.

💬 This guide helps funeral professionals bridge the gap with families through clarity, compassion and plain-language tools.

📥 Download it FREE at https://nfda.org/about-nfda/research-and-information

📢 New NFDA Research Alert!

🕊️ “When Words Matter” reveals how funeral terminology is often misunderstood—and how clear communication can make all the difference.

🔍 Key findings from consumers:
𝟳𝟱%+ had never heard of direct cremation
Only 𝟭𝟲% correctly defined memorial service
Gen Z & Millennials showed the most 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻—but also the most appreciation when terms were explained
Satisfaction 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 when funeral directors took time to clarify terms

💬 This guide helps funeral professionals bridge the gap with families through clarity, compassion and plain-language tools.

📥 Download it FREE at https://nfda.org/about-nfda/research-and-information

11/06/2025

Happy Birthday to our members celebrating birthdays in November!🥳🎂

Suzanne Fullwood - Nov. 6
Dr. Christopher Carter, Sr. - Nov. 6
Arnold Grooms - Nov. 11
Shelton Smith - Nov. 11
Kimberly Smith McNair - Nov. 11
Helen Day - Nov. 12
Eric Wray, II - Nov. 12
Robert Williams, Jr. - Nov. 16
Michael Gravely - Nov. 20
Past President Barry D. Robinson- Nov 21

11/02/2025

10/29/2025

Prayers for all involved. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

A homicide investigation is underway after a man was shot after a funeral in Richmond, Crime Insider sources tell Jon Burkett.

10/27/2025

🙏🏾 The Virginia Morticians’ Association is praying for our colleagues, friends, and families in Jamaica as they brace for Hurricane Melissa.
We stand in solidarity with you and pray for safety, protection, and peace during the storm. May strength and resilience guide you through the days ahead. 🌿🇯🇲