A.H. Peters Funeral Home - Grosse Pointe Woods

06/10/2025

Most of us have a list of things we would like to say to a loved one who has passed. Maybe “I you,” or “I’m sorry,” or “I you.” Sometimes, we just want to about our day. At Wisconsin Memorial Park, a new “wind phone”, a telephone that’s now connected to any lines, allows visitors to have those . Watch this touching from WISN 12 News:

If you've ever wished you could have one more phone call with a loved one who has passed, a Brookfield cemetery is now offering a way to start the conversation.

06/07/2025

Giving friends and family members a memento or keepsake after a funeral service is a thoughtful thing to do. Many people will appreciate—and cherish—a little something to remember a loved one by. They give a nod to a person’s hobby, passion, defining quality or special skill. Here are a few ideas:

Funeral favors are small mementos for friends and family to take with them after a service to remember a loved one. Read through our ideas for funeral keepsakes.

05/28/2025

When someone we love passes, it’s not the big things we miss most. It’s all the irreplaceable little things that made them special. It’s the details that matter most.

When someone we love passes it's not the big things we miss most. It's all the irreplaceable little things that made them special. It's the detail that matte...

05/26/2025

On Memorial Day, we remember our fallen heroes who have given their lives to serve our country. TAPS has resources for military families and survivors, providing compassionate care and community to help navigate the difficult journey of grief and healing.

This Memorial Day, as we pause to show our gratitude to the men and women who have given their lives for our country.

05/18/2025

A funeral or cremation memorial that celebrates the details that make you unique in the world takes a little thought and planning. Get your free copy of Imagine: A Memorial Inspiration Guide and start thinking about how you’d like to be remembered.

A memorial service that celebrates the details that make you unique takes careful planning. Get your free copy of Imagine: A Memorial Inspiration Guide today.

05/14/2025

04/28/2025

When it comes to planning your loved one’s funeral service, we cater to your every need—right down to the catering. It’s just one more way we offer service beyond expectation.

04/24/2025

A handwritten card is a lovely way to show your appreciation after a life celebration. It lets friends and relatives know that you received their flowers, meals, donations and other above-and-beyond acts of kindness. Here's your complete guide to sending celebration of life thank-you cards: https://bit.ly/4axyph9

04/23/2025

Richard Thomas Gallagher, 92, passed away peacefully Friday, Jan. 3, 2025.
Services will be held Friday, April 25, at St. Paul on the Lake Catholic Church, 157 Lakeshore, Grosse Pointe Farms. He will lie in state at 9:30 a.m., followed by Mass at 10 a.m.
For full obituary and to share memories please visit ahpeters.com

04/18/2025

Losing someone you love is never easy, and the process of grieving is different for everyone. One way to feel connected to your loved one is by visiting their gravesite. To acknowledge how much they mean to you, you may want to leave a token of your visit or decorate their grave. Decorating a loved one’s grave can help process your grief and bring you comfort: https://bit.ly/49sMqw1

04/15/2025

Joyce Lionel McCorkle Thams September 11, 1932 – March 29, 2025.
A visitation will be held at AH Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236 on Tuesday April 15, 2025, from 4-8 PM.

A memorial service to celebrate a life well lived by Joyce will take place at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 375 Lothrop Road, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236 on Wednesday, April 16, at 11:00am.

Please visit ahpeters.com to share memories and for full obituary.

04/13/2025

Collecting the ashes of a loved one after cremation can be an emotional experience. You arrive at the funeral home empty-handed, but you don’t leave that way. It’s normal to feel uncertain about what the drive home should look like. And if you need to travel with your loved one a long distance, whether by car, train or plane, you may wonder what you can or should do. View our detailed guidance about transporting ashes so you can worry less: https://bit.ly/4avG6o2

09/25/2023

SCI is excited to launch the 2024 Scholarship Program application period. Current mortuary students can apply today!
SCI has awarded 477 Mortuary Science students with over $890,000 in awards to date.
This year we will award over $96,000 in scholarships to 25 students with the top award being $10,000!
Access your application by utilizing the QR code. The deadline to apply is December 31, 2023.
Any questions should be directed to Campus.Relations@sci-us.com.

08/07/2023

Entire books have been written about the language of flowers. Throughout the ages and around the world, different types of flowers have been assigned certain sentiments. The kinds you choose for a funeral floral arrangement can carry subtle meanings, and those meanings can vary from culture to culture.

Want to know the meaning of each type of flower? Look through our helpful guide for tips on which flowers to order. Learn more today!

08/06/2023

When it comes to planning your loved one’s funeral service, we cater to your every need—right down to the catering. It’s just one more way we offer service beyond expectation. https://bit.ly/3MccaBj

08/05/2023

The days after losing a loved one can be hard. Financial surprises can make them even harder. Here's what to know about a matter that catches many families off guard.

Families with prepaid cemetery property are often surprised by opening and closing fees, also called cemetery professional service fees. Here's how to avoid being caught off guard by unexpected burial expenses.

08/04/2023

Funerals are not unique to humans. Elephants, dolphins, chimpanzees, crows and other animals have been discovered demonstrating ritualistic mourning behaviors.

08/03/2023

Social connections may help protect health and lengthen life. Scientists are finding that our link to others can have powerful effects on our health. Whether with family, friends, neighbors, romantic partners or others, social connections can influence our biology and well-being. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3tHaSaR

08/02/2023

Extending back to ancient times, the funeral procession allows friends and family to accompany their loved one to the loved one's final resting place or crematory. What should you do if you're part of a funeral procession?

Across different faiths and cultures, the funeral procession is a common tradition. What should you do if you're part of a funeral procession? Brush up on etiquette.

08/01/2023

What makes a Dignity Memorial provider different? They offer unique benefits like Relocation Protection, Lifetime Flexibility, Purchase Protection, Family First Cost Coverage and more. Call us now to learn more. https://bit.ly/3O5D4MQ

07/30/2023

Those who choose Celestis Memorial Spaceflight know that their loved ones have fulfilled a dream to go where few have gone before in the company of others who shared their fascination with space, their love of the cosmos or their desire to leave this world boundless.

Since 1994, Celestis Memorial Spaceflight has launched ashes into space. Dignity Memorial began offering this unique service for space lovers and adventurers to families a few years ago. It's a remarkable way to celebrate a life.

07/29/2023

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