https://www.compassionatefriends.org/memorial/philadelphia-ny-nancy-ortiz/
Franco was the oldest of five siblings. He loved music—you could always find him with his AirPods on. He also loved TV and movies. One of his favorite shows was Breaking Bad and Succession. He played football all through middle…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/blog/traditions-what-to-keep-and-what-to-let-go-2/
Traditions are very important to our families, and we may share large and small ones throughout the year. Some may be in conjunction with significant events like a graduation or a wedding, and others occur annually on birthdays and holidays….
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/tcf-national-conference/
49th TCF National Conference Our conference is a place for bereaved families to find community and hope, while learning and sharing with others. Lifelong friendships are often made at the conference through meeting others who truly understand the painful…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/blog/the-empty-chair-seven-lessons-gained-in-sibling-loss-2/
I never meant to become any sort of expert in sibling loss. That’s not a path anyone would willingly choose for themselves. Back in high school, I remember standing in the funeral home at my friend’s wake. After hugging his…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/blog/an-open-letter-to-grandparents/
Dear Grandparents, We grandparents are put into the unenviable double role with the death of a grandchild. Not only do we lose a grandchild, but we find ourselves in the helpless position of watching our children grieve the loss of…
https://www.compassionatefriends.org/siblings/
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…
