https://www.compassionatefriends.org/when-a-sibling-dies/
When a Sibling Dies Siblings have a unique relationship with one another. They often are the witnesses of important milestones in their growth and development. They can be confidants, protectors, and partners amid life’s challenges. When a sibling dies, surviving…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/blog/please-dont-tell-me-to-move-on/
I have a Master’s Degree in grief. Not a real one, but believe me, I should have an honorary one. And one thing I know for sure. Grieving stinks. All of a sudden you’re invited to a party you never…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/blog/falling-feathers/
Searching my bookcase, I chose a small book that had been there for years. “Hmm…might be worth a re-read,” I mused, opening a page. And there it was, gentle as a feather falling to earth, “Dear Mom” – in her…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/memorial/montgomery-al-vanetta-mccrary-5/
Arthur left our lives at the age of 90 from natural causes. Being the oldest of eight children, Arthur was very protective of his siblings, especially his younger sisters. Growing up without our mother, Arthur ‘s quiet and calm demeanor…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/memorial/oconomowoc-wi-lisa-smith/
Megan was diagnosed with Glioblastoma in November of 2021 at the age of 27. She went through the standard of care, but the tumor spread and the right to try drug she had been taking started giving her horrible side…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/event/virtual-bereavement-support-event/
Please join us on November 11, 2023, for The Compassionate Friend’s Fall Virtual Bereavement Support Event. This special gathering will include workshop presentations on a variety of grief topics that have a Q&A opportunity at the end of each…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/memorial/mobile-mallery-mason/
Olivia Ann gained her beautiful angel wings in a very short time here at 7 months & 21 days old to SIDS. Her laugh was so very contagious, she had the most beautiful smile I’d ever see. She has the…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/event/47th-tcf-national-conference/
We are very pleased to announce The Compassionate Friends (TCF) 47th Annual National Conference in New Orleans! TCF’s National Conference is an enriching and supportive event for many newer and long-time bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings. Attendees come and find…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/memorial/co-brenna-wright/
Jacob was the oldest of 4 siblings. My first born. I thought he hung the moon and stars. He always seemed older beyond his years, had a very calming spirit. He was so very loved and liked by everyone that…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/memorial/alabama-vanetta-mccrary/
Leo had a smile that would light up the room. He finished college and became an entrepreneur at an early age. Leo left us suddenly at the age of 44, being murdered during a robbery in his store on 01/12/1991….
