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Dorothy Mae McCue Video
“Animals share with us the privilege of having a soul.” - Pythagoras
Happy World Animal Day.
(Be Kind to Animals Week is observed in May!)
“There is a light in this world, a healing spirit more powerful than any darkness we may encounter. We sometimes lose sight of this force when there is suffering, too much pain. Then suddenly, the spirit will emerge through the lives of ordinary people who hear a call and answer in extraordinary ways.”
- Mother Teresa
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Jean Marie Richard Video
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Obituary for Jean Marie Richard at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
Who do you plan ahead for?
Celebremos el Día de los Muertos, una celebración del amor y de la vida.
Celebrate Day of the Dead, a celebration of love and life. Who are you remembering and celebrating this year?
What story will you tell? Will you make sure your loved ones know it? #tellastory
On October 13, 1775, the United States Navy was established.
Happy Birthday, U.S. Navy!
“As life moves faster, and the people we care about get older, we need to stop for a moment and Have the Talk of a Lifetime.”
#HaveTheTalk
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Learn More About Your Loved Ones With the Talk of a Lifetime
"Happiness is not a goal; it is a by-product."
- Eleanor Roosevelt
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Connie Sue Nutgrass Video
“Blessed are the curious, for they shall have adventures” -Lovelle Drachman
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Obituary for Janet Louise Pugh at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
Some good tips for getting and staying grounded while dealing with grief.
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Keeping Our Center During Grief | Hello Grief
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Obituary for Connie Sue Nutgrass at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
Resolve to be happy!
For those who have tragically lost love ones, lost their homes, those evacuated from their homes, those waiting to go back to see the damage, our hearts go out to you.
To all the firefighters, first responders, pilots flying air support, and police officers working to keep our homes and wild spaces safe and intact, a heartfelt thank you and hopes for your safety.
A change in you pet's diet may be necessary depending on some health conditions. Consult with a professional.
Coping with the death of a loved one brings enormous challenges for the whole family. Grieving may never completely end, but working through difficult feelings can become easier with time. Through support, open conversations, and finding ways to keep the person’s memory alive, families can begin healing together. To learn more about ways Sesame Street offers support through difficult times click on the link below:
https://sesamestreetincommunities.org/topics/grief/
Did you know this about Halloween?!
¡Feliz Día de los Muertos!
Día de los Muertos (English translation: Day of the Dead) is a joyful, colorful holiday to remember those who have passed before us, celebrated October 31st through November 2nd every year.
Will you be celebrating Día de los Muertos this year? Who are you including in your ofrenda?
How do you want to be remembered? Artisan, craftsman or __________?
Have the Talk of a Lifetime today. Visit our website, talkofalifetime.org, to learn more
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My Dad With Our Dog
If you have ever lost a loved one, guaranteed you’ve heard this phrase from a friend who has also lost a loved one at one time or another, “It gets better.”
How do you feel when you hear this?
Many condolences are meant to show that you understand, and give hope to those grieving, but sometimes they don't actually help and may even have the opposite effect.
Avoid these condolences:
“It gets better”
“He/she is in a better place”
“I know how you are feeling”
“At least you had a chance to say goodbye”
Try these condolences instead:
“I love you”
“I will miss him/her”
“You are in my thoughts”
“This must be so hard for you”
Will your end be celebrated the way you want? #HaveTheTalk
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Jean Marie Morrison Video
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Obituary for Jean Marie Morrison at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
De-clutter and make space for yourself to work or do whatever you'll do. You'll make space for peacefulness and creativity.
"Let us endeavor so to live that when we come to die even the undertaker will be sorry."
- Mark Twain
World Diabetes Day was created in 1991 when the World Health Organization started seeing a rise in the number of individuals at risk of developing Diabetes. The day consists of lectures, activities, and campaigns aimed at raising awareness for the condition.
Wondering how you will honor and remember your loved ones? We've got some answers. Visit our FAQ page! #HaveTheTalk #FAQ
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Funeral and Memorial Services Frequently Asked Questions | FAMIC
To all of those individuals who put the care of others before themselves. Paid or unpaid, you give your time, energy, compassion, care and love. We thank you. We hope you can find some time today for yourself too, self-care and self-love is so important.
Happy National Caregiver Appreciation Day AND National Family Caregivers Month!
(National Caregiver Appreciation Day is celebrated on November 13th and also March 3rd)
Do you have any veterans in your life? It doesn't have to be on Veterans Day -
consider thanking them for serving and let them know you'll remember them as a great veteran.
How do you want to be remembered?
Share this rose garden in memory of a loved one you've lost
"Abundance doesn't follow giving until giving becomes its own reward."
- Jan Denise
There are approximately 110,000 children in foster care. The average child in foster care waits 3 years to be adopted. Each year more than 23,000 kids will age out of the system before finding a permanent home. National Adoption Day raises awareness of the great need for people who want to provide a forever family.
This emotion can weigh you down. Here's what you can do about it.
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This Emotion Is Weighing You Down. Here's What You Need To Know About It.
Make sure your loved ones know how much you care about them. Have the talk of a lifetime today.
Take a moment to read our latest blog post! And remember to "Breathe Deep."
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Breathe Deep | Have the Talk of a Lifetime
Have you seen this video, which is a collaboration from very distinctive artists from around the world? Really inspiring music!
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Stand By Me | Playing For Change | Song Around The World
The day after Thanksgiving is the biggest shopping day of the year. Are you grabbing your list and heading out for some deals or grabbing a blanket and watching a movie (or football)?!
Today is National Cake Day.
Yes, this year National Cake Day and Thanksgiving fall on the same day! Will you make room for cake, on top of turkey, stuffing, and pie?!
We appreciate you, and are so thankful to be a part of this community. From all of us, Happy Thanksgiving!
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Obituary for Aline Fuqua Breit at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
Did you know the history of what we refer as Hospice today?
“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.”
We are so thankful for all the volunteers in our community. Happy International Volunteer Day!
We light this candle in memory of ...
Need a pick me up? Ask your sister, coworker, or neighbor what's their favorite quote. (You won't regret it).
"Hospice is more about quality of life than it is about death”
In this video, we've answered some common questions about choosing a hospice provider. If you are in need of support during this challenging time, remember we are always able to answer questions and support, or even guide you in the direction of needed answers.
On this day in 1948 the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted by the United Nations in Paris, France. Today we continue securing human rights for all people on World Human Rights Day.
Funeral service of Aline Breit
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Bosse Funeral Home
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Aline Breit Video
We believe in celebrating a life.
Contact us when you are ready to plan a celebration for yourself or a loved one.
Funeral services for Gary Stephen Ostertag
Thursday, December 17, 2020, 10 AM
Bosse Funeral Home
How do you want to be remembered? Are you blessed with friends or family in your life that will be remembered as an amazing father? Perhaps let them know how great you think they are.
DID YOU KNOW? If you love the sea and coastal life, your ashes could be turned into a reef, supporting marine life for over 500 years.
#HavetheTalk
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Obituary for Gary Stephen Ostertag at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
Did You Know?
Festivus is a secular holiday, celebrated on December 23rd. It was actually introduced to popular culture after an episode the 1997 episode of Seinfeld, “The Strike”. Do you celebrate Festivus?
How do you want to be remembered?
#HaveTheTalk
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Ideas for Memorialization for Any Budget
Funeral services of Sherron Robinson
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Pastor Karleen Jung
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Sherron Robinson Video
No matter where you are on your journey through loss, writing your thoughts on paper has been proven to help heal. Having your own personal journal becomes your own safe place to grieve, think and write your feelings privately. One of our favorites is this beautiful Journal of Loss and Remembrance. This link will show you more about this and other journals.
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Angel Catcher: A Journal of Loss and Remembrance (Grief Recovery Handbook, Books About Loss, Bereavement Journal)
I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “look on the bright side…” once or twice, but did you know that December 21st is known as “Look on the Bright Side” DAY? Here are a few tips on staying positive:
1) Find one thing to be thankful for every day.
2) Be specific when expressing gratitude
3) Train your thoughts to recognize negative emotions and redirect them to things you’re grateful for, big or small.
There is no time limit on grieving.
Well-meaning family and friends may believe it's time for you to "feel better." Be kind to yourself; honor your feelings, first. Grieving is a process you must go through. Trust your own intuition. That's all you need to do today.
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Christine E. Burdick Video
Funeral service of John E. Hoerter, Jr.
Tuesday, December 29, 2020
12:30 PM
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John Edward Hoerter, Jr. Video
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Obituary for Marie Elizabeth Heichelbech at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
Check out our blog on Effective Family Communication. These tips will help ensure the effectiveness each time you and your family takes part in a Talk of a Lifetime.
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Effective Family Communication Results in Healthy Relationships | Have the Talk of a Lifetime
"The life of sensation is the life of greed; it requires more and more. The life of the spirit requires less and less."
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How We Spend Our Days Is How We Spend Our Lives: Annie Dillard on Choosing Presence Over Productivity
Losing an unborn child is tragic enough, but when feelings often get pushed underneath the surface, where they're ultimately ignored, there grows emotional harm.
Please know that you are not alone in feeling immense grief after a miscarriage. And if you need support, do not hesitate to reach out to us or someone you love. We're here for you.
How do you want to be remembered? Athlete, champion, or _________ ?
There is no time limit on grieving.
Well-meaning family and friends may believe it's time for you to "feel better." Be kind to yourself; honor your feelings, first. Grieving is a process you must go through. Trust your own intuition. That's all you need to do today.
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Christine E. Burdick Video
Thank you.
Tommy Lasorda, longtime manager for the Dodgers, passed away today at the age of 93.
Lasorda was born and raised in Norristown, Pennsylvania in 1927. In 1947, he was signed to the Philadelphia Phillies as a left-handed pitcher at the age of 18. After a great season in 1948, history was in the making when Lasorda signed with the Brooklyn Dodgers in the minor league draft. By 1960, Tommy retired from the majors. He built on his relationship with the Dodgers and became the third-base coach in 1973.
After Walter Alston retired as manager in 1976, Lasorda was named his replacement. Throughout his 20-year career, Lasorda led the team to 2 World Series, 4 National League pennants, eight division titles and was named the National League's Manager of the Year twice. In his honor, the Dodgers retired his uniform number. Lasorda was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame as a manager in 1997. His legacy will live on forever.
Our hearts and thoughts go out to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.
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Josephine Ruth Hollkamp Video
Don't forget these tips next time you're visiting a cemetery.
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Obituary for Josephine Ruth Hollkamp at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
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How to Avoid Burnout and Take a Digital Break
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James Curtis "Jimmy" Smith Video
How do you want to be remembered? Talk to those you love, "Sometimes it's hard to start the conversation, but it is so worth having" #HaveTheTalk?
https://www.talkofalifetime.org/my-uncle-paul/
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Sometimes it is hard to start the conversation, but it is so worth having
Here are the top 10 songs played at funerals! Can you guess the #1 song? There's a hint in this photo :)
http://grantland.com/hollywood-prospectus/the-top-ten-songs-played-at-funerals/
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Albert Thomas Barth III Video
What an amazing way to remember that man who meant so much to you. We love this idea!
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Obituary for Christopher Howard Shaw at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
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Obituary for Carolyn E. Russell at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
#HaveTheTalk you’ll be glad you did. Visit www.talkofalifetime.org for more information
Every bucket list must-have ________________!
Bucket list definition: a number of experiences or achievements that a person hopes to have or accomplish during their lifetime.
If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, you are familiar with grief triggers. Feelings of grief intensify during holidays and birthdays, but also can hit you when you least expect. To help, we’re sharing 5 uncommon grief triggers:
A song with significance comes on the sound system, say, as you’re getting your haircut.
You spot someone who looks like your loved one in a crowd.
You are asked to update contact information for a subscription, and see your loved one’s email or cell number.
You meet someone with the same name, age or job as your loved one.
A restaurant or store you frequented with your loved one has just closed permanently.
It’s important to remember that grief triggers are a reflection of the love and importance of your loved one’s life in yours.
Have you experienced any uncommon, unexpected grief triggers?
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Obituary for LaVerne C. "Babe" Carpenter at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
Wise words from a wise character
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Obituary for Paul F. Higgins, III at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
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Obituary for Anna Margaret "Dillman" Tino at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
Song, by Christina Rossetti
"When I am dead, my dearest,
Sing no sad songs for me;
Plant thou no roses at my head,
Nor shady cypress tree:
Be the green grass above me
With showers and dewdrops wet;
And if thou wilt, remember,
And if thou wilt, forget.
I shall not see the shadows,
I shall not feel the rain;
I shall not hear the nightingale
Sing on, as if in pain;
And dreaming through the twilight
That doth not rise nor set,
Haply I may remember
And Haply may forget."
Cicely Tyson, American actress and model, passed away last week at the age of 96.
Cicely was born in East Harlem and was a successful fashion model before beginning her acting career. Her first film role was in "Carbin Gold" in 1956. In the early 1960s, Tyson was cast in the role of Stephanie in the play, "The Blacks," which became the longest running off-Broadway non-musical of the decade. In 1972, Cicely was nominated for both an Academy Award and Golden Globe for best actress for her role of Rebecca Morgan in "Sounder." Tyson's decades long career includes roles in "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman" (1977), "Roots" (1977), and "The Help" (2011), to name a few.
Although her acting career earned her many awards and nominations, she described receiving the Medal of Freedom from President Barack Obama as her most important accomplishment and "the most important thing that could happen to me."
A lasting and inspiring career.
Our thoughts are with her family and loved ones during this difficult time.
You will lose someone you can't live without, and your heart will be badly broken, and the bad news is that you never completely get over the loss of your beloved. But this is also the good news. They live forever in your broken heart that doesn't seal back up. And you come through. It's like having a broken leg that never heals perfectly, that still hurts when the weather gets cold, but you learn to dance with the limp.
~ Anne Lamott
How do you want to be remembered? Who will you remember being an avid adventure seeker?
"Fortune favors the brave."
- Publius Terence
Watch for even small changes in your pet's behavior, which can give you insight into your pet's pain level. Minimize pain and seek the opinion of a veterinarian.
If you’re wrestling with complicated emotions after the passing of a loved one, know you’re not alone. Remember: Love accepts imperfection.
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Obituary for Hannah Lee Cooper at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
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Obituary for Mary Kim Schmidt at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
Have you found the good in today?
Bucket List: Volunteer Abroad - yes or no?
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Hannah Lee Cooper Video
Need a pick me up? Ask your sister, coworker, or neighbor what's their favorite quote. (You won't regret it).
Our thoughts go out to the individuals and families of those affected by the power outages and bitter cold in Texas. To those who have lost a loved one during this time, know that you are not alone. Our hearts are with you in your time of grief.
In support and love, we're sharing this beautiful photo of the state flower of Texas, the bluebonnet.
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Obituary for Deborah Lynn Diehl at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
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Obituary for Donald A. Boehnlein at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
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Donald A. Boehnlein Video
A proper burial is important for not only the family, but for friends and the community to mourn and begin to accept their loss.
Podcast enthusiasts - great listen!
"If I would be the one who died, what would I like him to be, in what position? Would I like him to enjoy life, to continue doing things with the grandkids, to continue with friendships, to continue normal... and the answer was as immediate, 100% yes. And that opened my eyes all of a sudden - now I am convinced he would like me to do the same thing."
In this podcast, hear from a 74-year old woman who decides after her husband's death to go skydiving, a 3rd generation of beekeepers who lose it all, as well as uncover what loss does to a person - how do you find yourself again?
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I, I, I. Him : Invisibilia
Need a pick me up? Ask your sister, coworker, or neighbor what's their favorite quote. (You won't regret it).
Yes! Have the Talk of a Lifetime! It can make the Difference of a Lifetime!
I often hear that family history becomes "lost" when a loved one passes away. It only takes an hour or two to make a video with your mom, dad, grandmother, or grandfather, or another family member who has valuable stories to share. Or what about labeling old family photos? Take the time to go through old photos with a family member who remembers details about the snapshot and write them on the back. These things will become a treasure to you someday.
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Obituary for Nellie Leitner at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
"Don't Cry for Me," a poem on grief.
Have your #TalkOfALifetime with anyone you hold dear. It can take place anywhere and at any time. For tips visit www.talkofalifetime.org
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Steve and Jane - Have the Talk of a Lifetime Testimonial
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Obituary for Dorothy "Dottie" Francis at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
Every loss has its own fingerprint. How someone has passed away is often tied to the intensity of the grief. If your loved one was lost in a tragedy like suicide, sudden and unexpected death, freak accident or by injuries inflicted by someone else -- yours uniquely involves more emotions. Honor this. This is like 'hell' on earth for you. Know that you are going to go through a million emotions in a day -- it's okay to feel them. Emotions release pain. Remember this.
"Faith is a knowledge within the heart, beyond the reach of proof."
- Khalil Gibran
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Nellie Leitner Video
How do you want to be remembered? A great musician, entertainer, or _________?
You'll always have a special place in your heart for the special hospice workers that cared for your loved one, showed such compassion, and sat by your family's side in the last days.
If you are lucky...
Someone will come
into your life,
steal your heart
and change
everything.
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Obituary for James J. Lally at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
As we mark the one-year anniversary of the pandemic, we want to take a moment to recognize those we lost and extend our heartfelt support to their families and loved ones.
We also want to thank every first responder and essential worker who has continued to help keep us as safe as possible while risking their own health.
As we navigate the "next normal," we hope to continue to support our community in their time of need.
We believe in celebrating a life.
Contact us when you are ready to plan a celebration for yourself or a loved one.
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Obituary for Thomas C. WASKEVICH at Bosse Funeral Home, Inc.
"Sleep is the best meditation."
- Dalai Lama
Looking for a good read on grief? “I Wasn't Ready to Say Goodbye” by Brook Noel and Pamela Blair is a book about grief and healing after a sudden loss.
I'd love to check this off my bucket list! What is on your list?
During difficult times, sometimes it's best to put yourself first.
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Why It's Okay (Actually, Essential) to Put Yourself First
Who do you plan ahead for?
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Ruth Ann Kinney Video
Carrying you with me today and always.
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George Richard "Rich" Gelthaus Video
As a community, we have not been immune to grief the past year. Today, in the wake of the horrendous shooting in Boulder, Colorado, we grieve together across the nation. We are heartbroken for all those in Boulder.
We honor the ten lives lost, as we mourn with their families and friends. We recognize Officer Talley's heroism and grieve with the law enforcement community.
May they rest in peace.
#boulderstrong
Share what, or who, brings the most joy to your life. #talkofalifetime #choosejoy talkofalifetime.org
