Martin Thompson & Son Funeral Home

09/30/2025

We know you are grieving and we are here for you. Don't ever hesitate to reach out about grief support. Wishing you comfort in your grief journey.

09/27/2025

There is little to no difference between cremation for humans and for pets. Both use the same type of equipment and similar processes, and some crematoriums in fact work with both pets and humans. Give us a call at 817-292-2250 if you have any questions about what our cremation process is.

09/24/2025

In the early stages of Parkinson’s disease, between 20 and 40 percent of people will have symptoms of psychosis, a mental health condition best described as a disconnection from reality. It requires personal attention that can be afforded by ensuring end-of-life preplanning is discussed in full.

09/21/2025

Have you heard of the "last-year test?" If this year were your last, what would you do differently? " The purpose of this test - meditation on death - is to help us reflect on our lives, teaching us how to live each moment mindfully.
This article from NYT also shares meditation practices performed by Buddhist monks, including co**se meditation. If you read to the end of the article, you'll see that there's evidence to support that contemplating death and mortality might actually make you funnier. Read it and let us know what you think: https://nyti.ms/3r19QpG

09/18/2025

“To weep is to make less the depth of grief.”
- William Shakespeare

09/17/2025

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On March 5, 1959, Jimmy and Gloria Mack joyfully welcomed their firstborn son, Gregory Scott Mack, into the world. Greg grew up in the historic Morningside neighborhood of Fort Worth, Texas, and was educated in the Fort Worth Independent School District. He attended Morningside Elementary and Middle...

09/15/2025

Preplanning = one phone call. Once you've preplanned, a single phone call can often set the process in motion.

09/12/2025

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Sherry Ruth Mindieta, 60, of Fort Worth, passed away on September 6, 2025. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Martin Thompson & Son Funeral Chapel, 6009 Wedgwood Drive, Fort Worth, Texas. Sherry was born on October 26, 1964, in Lubbock, Texas, to George....

09/12/2025

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On May 29, 1945, in Independence, Oklahoma, Ruby Gail Miller Wynn was born the youngest of three children to Lueva Davis Miller and Boyd Miller of Custer, Oklahoma. Ruby enjoyed life growing up on the farm with two older brothers, Marvin and Leon (Buzz) before moving into town. She attended and grad...

09/12/2025

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09/09/2025

Embalming is a process that has been practiced all over the world, in different ways throughout much of history. Until the early 20th century, arsenic was usually used as an embalming fluid, until it was discovered that less toxic chemicals could be used. These days, the body is thoroughly washed using disinfectant and germicidal solutions, then a 4-step embalming process is carefully executed using a specialized solution called Formalin. To learn more about the specific practices of Thompson and Son Cremation and Funeral Service, give us a call at 817-292-2250 and we can answer all your questions!

09/05/2025

Headstones come in many beautiful colors. However, the most traditional color is black or gray. They are usually made from granite because it is a strong stone that can endure a wide range of climates. Contact us at 817-292-2250 to learn more about headstone options!