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12/29/2025

12/26/2025

You’ve probably heard about “advance funeral planning” or “preplanning,” but what does that actually mean? To learn more about what advance planning is and why it’s so valuable to both you and your loved ones, click the link today!

Not sure what advance funeral planning actually is and how it benefits you? Check out this article for the answers you need!

12/25/2025

Christmas is the time to touch every heart with love and care, the time to send and receive blessings. From our family to yours, Merry Christmas!

12/24/2025

Electrolytes aren’t just something you can add to your water; they are also found naturally in some fruits! To learn which fruits contain this essential nutrient, click the link below. cutt.ly/fruits-with-electrolytes

12/24/2025

If you are grieving, the Christmas holiday can add its own complexity to an already full emotional plate. It may feel like you have no room for joy, but what if you could find a balance between grief and joy? You can!

Grief ebbs and flows, strong one moment, quiet the next. In the quiet moments, find joy in the family activities, the carols, the plays. And when those strong moments of grief come, allow yourself to feel them and then turn again to joy.

12/22/2025

Durwood Charles Gandy

Durwood Charles Gandy, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 21, 2025, in Meridian, Texas. Born on February 14, 1939, Durwood's life spanned 86 years filled with love, laughter, and a relentless commitment to hard work. Durwood dedicated his career to masonry, proudly owning Gandy Masonry in Whitney, Texas. His expertise in brickwork left a lasting impact on the community, as he was instrumental in the construction of Meridian High School and...

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12/21/2025

The magic of winter begins! On this first day of winter, what are you looking forward to the most about the season?

12/19/2025

Are the holidays looming large in front of you and causing you stress and worry? Grief is hard enough without adding external stresses and worries, so this holiday season, consider making a few tweaks to normal activities to help you maintain the balance between grief and joy. Check out this article for a few practical tips on reducing your Christmas stress during times of grief.

If you are grieving this holiday season, then you might be feeling a little extra stress and strain. Check out this article for a few ways to reduce stress.

12/18/2025

Benjamin Franklin Meek, Jr.

Benjamin Franklin Meek Jr., affectionately known as Ben, was born on August 10, 1959, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Benjamin Franklin Meek Sr. of Denison, Texas and Peggy Eve Newsome Cheek of Kopperl, Texas. He was blessed with a loving stepmother, Myra Ann Meek, and stepfather, Orvid Raymond Cheek. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Ben lived his life grounded in his Christian faith. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, cherishing every moment spent with his...

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12/17/2025

While Christmas is celebrated around the world, each country has its own special traditions. Discover how various nations celebrate the holiday in this article!

Discover Christmas traditions from Germany, Mexico, France, America, Spain and beyond.

12/16/2025

Danny Paul Deal

Danny Paul Deal “Papa”, Age 78 of Lakeside Village, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on December 16th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, after a very courageous 2-year battle with cancer. Danny was born March 29, 1947 in Waxahachie, Texas to Wilson “Dude” and Effie Irene Holleman Deal. Danny was a carpenter, after being taught the trade by his father. Work took him to Upstate New York for 8 years, before returning to Red Oak, Texas to raise...

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