East Prince Funeral Home

08/22/2025

View Judy Shirlene Curtis's complete obituary, share memories, and explore 1 tribute posts from the community.

08/22/2025

That Special Feeling that Comes with Remembering

There is an old saying that asks us… to find comfort in the memories, to look to them when experiencing sorrow. Those who have lost someone close will agree, that fond memories do make the process of grieving just a bit more bearable.

Memories include the events and joys that were experienced, where stories are created which continue to be remembered and shared over time. The vacation and the infamous road trip and those holiday incidents which formed stories that continued to be told year after year. The dating and courtship of a couple includes many firsts that are cherished by many well into their old age years. The work group that combines talents to achieve remarkable results will remember the late nights and the long hours that led to these accomplishments. The mentored will remember the special ways their teacher presented learning opportunities.

With the passage of time, some memories become pivotal in the way we recall someone. With reminiscing, powerful emotions are often triggered. This is especially true for those who grieve. How is it they could make us feel this way? It is about the connection they made with us, making our life better and the memories we have of them will stir many personal feelings. Memories are also about the love that was shared in a special relationship.

“Beauty exists not in what is seen and remembered, but in what is felt and never forgotten.”
― Johnathan Jena

© East Prince Funeral Home/CFHC Online

08/20/2025

View Reginald Joseph Blanchard's complete obituary, share memories, and explore 7 tribute posts from the community.

08/19/2025

Share Memories & Support the Family.

08/19/2025

The Journey

The river of life flows through us all
Then when a death occurs, we get to fall
into Grief's Abyss, a dark unfamiliar place
Down into the valley where we each must face
How to cope with the changes
when the familiar landscape rearranges
Gone are the roads, the highways once travelled
as our lives appear to become unravelled

We've taken a wrong turn; we're not meant to be here
We look around us and sink into fear
as our compass resets and the road on the map shows
we must follow this path along where the river flows
Through a forest called Grief, a pathway we see
It widens and intersects—should we take it so we'll be free?
One road leads to the flatlands, which goes on for miles
But there is nothing of interest that will bring back our smiles

The other has forks, with three roads around a bend
Guilt, anger and acceptance; oh, when will this journey end
Choose one, cause the only way through is to openly mourn
So many have traveled here long before you were born
Each has found their own way out and you will too
You will leave this land and face life anew
The climb back will be steep; let me show you the way
I know that you doubt, “How does she know?” I hear you say

For I have traveled through here some time ago
I got to claim my prize, Grief's Gifts and I'm now in life's flow
A review of your journey will show where you've been
Glimpses of your growth, goals and purpose seen
We are all here to welcome you back, for we know you are worthy
You've been gone for a while on your own Hero's journey
Whenever you get back to the river of life that flows through us all,
We'll take comfort—we have our map and are ready if we fall
Into Grief's Abyss for we know, the cycle of life continues.

Anne E. DeButte

08/19/2025

Share Memories & Support the Family.

08/17/2025

Share Memories & Support the Family.

08/14/2025

08/12/2025

Share Memories & Support the Family.

08/11/2025

Instead of: “Here Lies”… Why not: “Here Flies”
Walter Morrison, the Inventor of the Frisbee

Before his death in February, 2010, Morrison asked that his cremated remains be mixed into a batch of plastic to produce a number of Frisbees that were to be given to family and friends.

Morrison is the inventor of the modern day Frisbee and this story begins in 1871. Frisbie Pie Company made pies which were placed in foil or tin containers. Local university students played with these, trying to see who could throw these objects the furthest.

Fast forward to the 1950’s Morrison and then-partner Warren Franscioni had invented a plastic disc in an attempt to improve the flight distance and accuracy of these tin objects calling it the “Flying Saucer.” Soon after, Franscioni and Morrison would part ways and then later in 1955, Morrison’s improved model would be sold to the toy company Wham-O as the “Pluto Platter.”

Wham-O released this new product in 1958, renaming the Frisbee (note the spelling change). The product would become a staple in outdoor play, selling in excess of 100 million units by the late 1970’s.

Frisbees have provided countless hours of fun for so many people. Learning to master the throw, trick shots and playing games like Frisbee Golf or Ultimate Frisbee are all activities that many have engaged in since its inception. The Frisbee was inducted into the Toy Hall of Fame in 1998.

Fly high Mr. Morrison!

© East Prince Funeral Home/CFHC Online

08/07/2025

The Rituals of Farewell (2023)
(Exploring Funeral Practices around the World)

Funeral rituals and practices are discussed by Wilfried Rousselot as he delves into this topic from varying perspectives and reference points. His dissertation takes the reader around the world to view rituals of saying goodbye as they have evolved over time and through different cultural and religious influences.

Rousselot uses three primary reference points in his depiction of funeral rituals. Anthropological, cultural and religious influences are explored to shed light on practices that have evolved through time. It needs mentioning that this is not an in-depth reporting on this topic, but rather an overview or summary of the customs and traditions that follow the death of a person.

One of the primary recurring themes in this book is the role of rituals of farewell in assisting in the transition of someone who died into an ‘afterlife.’ Often the objectives within these practices are to assist in purifying the soul and opening a door to rebirth or immortality.

If someone is curious about the standard practices performed by cultures or religions that they are unfamiliar with, this read is sure to provide some interesting insights.

© East Prince Funeral Home/CFHC Online

The Rituals of Farewell: Exploring funeral practices around the world Have you ever wondered how different cultures and religions approach death and funeral rituals? Have you ever been intrigued by the art and beliefs surrounding these practices? In this fascinating book, we take you on a captiva...