Virginia Morticians' Association, Inc.

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. 🌿🇯🇲

10/21/2025

The Virginia Morticians’ Association, Inc. stands in heartfelt solidarity with our brothers and sisters of the National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association (NFDMA) as we express our deepest condolences in the passing of Dr. Kimberly Kelsey.

Dr. Kelsey’s legacy of service, leadership, and excellence has left an indelible mark on our profession and the many lives she touched. We join NFDMA and the entire funeral service community in mourning her loss and honoring her extraordinary contributions.

🕊️ Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, colleagues, and all who were blessed to know her.

With deep sorrow, the National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc. announces the transition of Association Member and an Education Commissioner, Dr. Kimberly D. Kelsey, mother of Association Member, Adrianna Kelsey.

The National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc. sincerely sympathizes with the Kelsey Family. May God continue to watch over you all. We give you this one thought to keep, "Although it's difficult today to see beyond sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow." Please keep her family and staff in your prayers during this difficult time.

10/20/2025

The Virginia Morticians’ Association proudly represented!
Our delegation attended the National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association Annual Board of Directors Administration & Finance Meeting, engaging in meaningful discussions and strategic planning for the continued growth and advancement of our profession.

Together, we are strengthening our voice, expanding our impact, and building on a legacy of excellence in funeral service. 💜⚫️