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08/25/2025

We appreciate Louise taking the time to share this story on our Google reviews.

08/18/2025

Outdoor celebrations of life can be a beautiful way to bring family and friends together to honor the memory of a loved one. There is something restorative and uplifting about being in nature.

08/13/2025

Summer brings different routines. The structure of school days is gone, and children have more free time. In that change of routine, grief can re-emerge.

At the same time, family events and outings can become reminders of a lost loved one.

These feelings are a part of grief and can appear even years after a loss. The first step is to recognize that this is normal.

Creating new routines and new traditions can help. So can finding positive ways to honor a loved one during those routines or in those new traditions.

Our Grief Resources is an online library of helpful information.

And remember, Spicer-Mullikin is always here for the families we serve: https://ow.ly/KXR050WsmYA

08/11/2025

National Sons and Daughters Day celebrates the special bond between parents and their children, serving as a day to express appreciation for our children.

We also recognize that families who have lost a child face a unique grief, and offer our resource, “Helping Yourself Heal When Your Child Dies.” As the guide states, “grief is a process, not an event.”
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08/07/2025

In honor of summer nights, we share the poem, Summer Stars, by American writer Carl Sandburg, 1878-1967.

08/01/2025

There are two types of public notice of someone’s passing.

The “notice” is a short announcement, typically published by a newspaper (print or online) that simply states the person’s name, age, hometown, date of passing, and, often, the funeral home handling the arrangements.

The obituary is a longer article that usually includes information about the person’s family, career, interests, and accomplishments, as well as arrangements and final wishes.

Most publications charge for both announcements and obituaries.

Spicer-Mullikin also offers online obituaries, which makes it easy for family and friends to share the information with others.

This is one more step in the process that our licensed funeral directors and staff can assist with.

The FAQ section on our website provides information about obituaries and answers to many other common questions families face after the loss of a loved one: https://ow.ly/OoL350WsmSn

07/28/2025

As a local, family-owned business with deep connections to the communities we serve, giving back locally is part of who we are.

Our involvement and support encompass a range of initiatives, including supporting children, STEM education in schools, our troops, Delaware-based association charities, the police, local Rotary clubs, faith-based organizations, and many more.

We also partner with local businesses. It’s all part of caring and being of service to others: https://ow.ly/mmtb50WsmS5

07/25/2025

Coco, thank you for your kind words. Everything we do, we do for families, and helping family members from out-of-state is an honor.

07/24/2025

*MESSAGE FROM MATTHEW C. SMITH AND FAMILY -
OWNER OF SPICER-MULLIKIN FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY

Many families are blessed to have a remarkably special pet enrich and change their lives. For the Smith family, her name was Duchess, an English Bulldog born on October 30, 2015.

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the news that our beloved Duchess, has passed away peacefully. She crossed over the rainbow bridge a month ago surrounded by her family at home on June 23, 2025, leaving an immeasurable void in our personal lives and the community she so lovingly served.

Duchess was so much more than a cherished pet; she was the heart and centerpiece of our family, a constant source of love, comfort, and joy. Her gentle nature and curious spirit made her an integral part of not only the Smith Family but also our Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes family. Her ability to connect with those who were grieving, especially children, was a remarkable gift that touched countless lives.

Duchess’s legacy of compassion extends beyond her comforting presence. She was the star of a series of award-winning illustrated books we created to help children navigate the complex emotions of grief. We are especially proud that her two books addressing kindness and empathy where Duchess teaches children, “Be a Buddy, Not a Bully" and "It's OK to Be Sad.....so let's talk about it." Through her stories, Duchess provided a gentle and accessible way for young hearts to understand loss and begin to heal.

To our dear Duchess: Thank you for nearly a decade of unconditional love, for being a source of comfort in times of sorrow, and for the countless memories we will forever treasure. Your work on this earth is done, and you have left us a better place. While our hearts are broken, we find solace in knowing your Bulldog spirit will live on in the stories you’ve told and the lives you’ve touched.

Rest in peace, sweet girl. You were the best of us.

07/21/2025

Peace of mind is just one of the many advantages of pre-planning your final arrangements.

You’ll also have the peace of mind that comes with knowing your loved ones won’t be faced with the stress and financial burden of planning a life celebration during an emotional time.

Our certified pre-planning experts can take you through the process at your own pace.

07/17/2025

Working with a “licensed” funeral director is your assurance that you’re putting your trust in someone who has gone through education, an internship, passed a rigorous exam and committed themselves to the highest levels of compassion and professionalism.

07/15/2025

Grief is easy to define – the natural response to loss you feel when something or someone you love is taken away. The experience of grief, on the other hand, is as varied as the individual. We found this article helpful to understanding and coping with grief. Even if you just skim over it, we think you’ll find something that will help you through the grieving process and on the way to healing: https://ow.ly/CsPT50W8FXH

Address

214 Clinton Street
Delaware City, DE
19706

Telephone

+13028344524

Website

http://spicermullikin.com/

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