Esterdahl Mortuary and Crematory

03/17/2026

Did you know that green has been worn on St. Patrick's Day since the 1680s? So, today, join in the tradition and pull out your green favorites!

03/16/2026

03/13/2026

Hospice volunteers play a vital role in caring for patients, providing respite for caregivers, and helping everything go smoothly behind the scenes. Read the article below to learn what hospice volunteers do and how you can get involved!

Hospice volunteers play a vital role in patient companionship and caregiver respite. Learn how you can get involved!

03/11/2026

Today, we recognize all of the funeral directors and morticians across our nation who have served families during times of loss. Thank you for your strength and composure as you face loss on a daily basis and provide comfort and peace to the hurting!

03/07/2026

Don't want to be late in the morning? Don't forget to set your clocks forward one hour!

03/06/2026

When someone you know is grieving, you may not know what to say, and that's okay. Read this article to learn about some common phrases you should avoid and what to say instead.

Knowing what to say when someone is grieving can be tricky. For a few ideas on what NOT to say, take a few moments to read this article.

03/06/2026

When you lose a spouse, you lose someone whose presence influenced your yearly plans as well as your daily details.

Their absence can make it easy to shy away from the routines and responsibilities you shared. You may worry that if you establish a new normal, you’ll be forgetting the life you built together. But acknowledging loss is an integral part of grief. What may feel like going through the motions is actually an important part of moving forward.

Following the loss of your spouse, give yourself a simple routine that allows time to reflect and grieve. Set new goals to work towards and keep in touch with friends and family. As you adjust, you’ll find yourself remembering your spouse in ways that honor the life you shared while embracing the one you now have.

03/01/2026

Clara Barton, Harriet Tubman, Eleanor Roosevelt... these women and so many more helped shape our nation. During Women's History Month, let's take time to remember the many women who made our world a better place.

02/27/2026

Have you heard of the FTC Funeral Rule? Set in place by the Federal Trade Commission in the 1980s, this law gives you certain rights and protections as you do business with a funeral home. Check out this article to learn more and better understand your rights!

Did you know that the Funeral Rule gives you certain rights and protections when you interact with a funeral home? Click to learn about them!

02/26/2026

It's National Letter to an Elder Day, and we encourage you to send a smile in an envelope to someone you know! Whether it's just a quick hello or full of news, sending a note to an elder can brighten the day.