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10/06/2025

Kenneth Harvey Hinds, age 82, of Brookville, Indiana died Sunday, October 5, 2025 at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be published as they become complete.

10/06/2025

Active aging week is October 6th-12th. This week aims to encourage and celebrate adults over 50 to stay active and live life to the fullest.

10/02/2025

Jana Thackrey, age 59, of Normal, Illinois died peacefully Thursday, September 11, 2025, surrounded by family friends following a lengthy battle with colon cancer. She was born on February 22, 1966 in Oxford, Ohio the daughter of James Judith Cornelius Thackrey, and raised in Liberty, Indiana. She w...

10/01/2025

The International Day of Older Persons is observed annually on October 1st to recognize the contributions of older individuals and to highlight issues affecting them. This day promotes awareness about the importance of ensuring that people can grow old with dignity and purpose

09/29/2025

✔ Reduces stress for family members
✔ Ensures your wishes are honored
✔ Financial savings
✔ Avoids family conflict
✔ Provides time for financial preparation
✔ Therapeutic process
✔ Provides peace of mind for you and your family

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09/25/2025

Pamela Sue Cox, age 74, of Brookville, Indiana died Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio following a lengthy illness. Born January 24, 1951 in Batesville, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Russell L. Mary E. Burch West. On January 1, 1995 she was united

09/25/2025

Watching a loved one grieve can be painful and family and friends often feel helpless. While often no one can take away the pain or change the circumstances causing grief, there are things you can do to help a loved one walk through the process.

 Spend time with them
 Give the person time
 Talk about the loss
 Watch for signs of depression
 Find healthy coping strategies

09/22/2025

09/19/2025

Is your aging parent’s home overflowing with clutter? Are they refusing to part with broken items or expired food? Hoarding behaviors in seniors often stem from deeper issues like dementia, trauma, or anxiety, and harsh interventions can backfire. Read more…

Prevent hoarding in seniors by reducing clutter in their house. This handy infographic shows 5 key clutter zones and why they're dangerous for seniors.

09/15/2025

Preplanning a funeral offers significant emotional and financial benefits, ensuring that your wishes are honored while alleviating stress for your loved ones during a difficult time.

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09/13/2025

David Kevin Collins, age 61, of Metamora, Indiana died Friday morning, September 12, 2025 at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana. Born February 25, 1964 in Rushville, Indiana he was the son of the late Kermit Mary F. Wilson Collins. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army 101ST Airborne Division.

09/10/2025

Gift-giving on the occasion of a death is not typical. However, in recent times, there has been more interest in giving friends or relatives a gift -- an object or experience which will provide some small bit of comfort in the aftermath of the death of a loved one.

Here are some gift ideas for any grieving friends/family:
✔ A charm with their loved ones writing
✔ A gift card for a restaurant or meal delivery
✔ Pay for a housekeeper or babysitter for a day
✔ A special picture frame
✔ Plant a memorial tree