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Our Pledge Is To Honor Your Loved One And Family With Dignity, Respect, And Personal Attention To Every Detail

12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas – With Warmth and Gratitude

From our family to yours, Merry Christmas. May your day be filled with the comfort of tradition, the joy of togetherness, and gentle remembrance for those held close in your heart. Whether your table is lively or quiet, we wish you peace, warmth, and love that lingers. Thank you for letting us be part of this caring community. ❤️

What tradition or memory are you celebrating today?

12/21/2025

First Day of Winter – Quiet Light❄️

Today marks the winter solstice—the year’s longest night and the turning toward longer days. It’s a beautiful moment to light a candle, pause, and reflect on what brought you strength this year. May the season’s quiet light bring peace to your home and heart. Warmth grows, even in small sparks. 🕯️

What small ritual helps you welcome winter with peace?

12/18/2025

💙 RJ Slater – Planning Ahead with Care

As the year closes, some families find comfort in planning ahead—clarity for loved ones, peace for the heart. We’ll listen first, explain options in plain language, and help you create a plan that reflects your values and story. No rush and no pressure—just compassionate guidance when you’re ready. Your wishes, honored with care. 💙🕊️📞

Ready to talk it through? Call (724) 335-0100 or visit our pre-planning page to begin.

https://www.rjslater.com/pre-planning

12/15/2025

Black Ice Awareness🧊

Black ice can be nearly invisible—walk “like a penguin” with short steps, keep hands free for balance, and use salt or sand on entryways. Choose well-tread shoes and test surfaces before committing your weight. A few mindful moves can prevent slips and keep holiday errands safe. ❄️

What’s your go-to tip for staying upright on slick days?

12/12/2025

🌿Gentle Boundaries, Simple Moments

This season can stretch our time and hearts—give yourself permission to keep things simple. Try a short breathing pause, a quiet walk, or saying “not this year” to an extra task. Building gentle boundaries makes room for the moments that matter most: connection, rest, and meaning. Small choices can bring calm to a full month.

What’s one small way you’ll protect your peace this week?

12/10/2025

🔌 Holiday Decorating Safety – Lights, Ladders & Peace of Mind

Before the glow goes up, give your decorations a quick safety check. Inspect light strings for frayed wires, use indoor/outdoor products as labeled, and avoid overloading outlets—consider a timer or smart plug to reduce risk.

Make sure your Christmas lights aren’t all tangled before you hang them—gently unravel and test each strand to save time (and frustration!). 🎄

If you’re climbing, keep three points of contact on the ladder and ask someone to spot you. A few careful steps help your home feel bright, safe, and merry. 🪜

What’s one safety habit you’ll use while decorating this year?

12/07/2025

🍪 Holiday Baking Traditions – Sweet Moments That Last

There’s something timeless about the smell of cookies in the oven or a favorite family recipe coming to life in the kitchen. Whether you bake from scratch or share store-bought treats, the act of giving something warm and sweet creates comfort and joy. 🎄

Consider setting aside time this month to bake or share a dessert with someone special. It’s a heartfelt way to slow down, connect, and sprinkle a little kindness into someone’s day.

What’s your favorite holiday treat to bake or gift?

12/04/2025

💙 RJ Slater – Here for Tender Holidays

At RJ Slater IV, our caring and experienced team is here to support you with personalized services and gentle guidance—so every tribute reflects a life well lived. We honor tradition while embracing diversity and innovation, offering funeral and memorial services, cremation options, and Celebrant Services shaped around your family’s wishes.

Our pledge is dignity, respect, and personal attention to every detail, including help with obituaries, floral tributes, and paperwork when it feels overwhelming. You’re welcome to reach out any time, day or night—you are not alone this season. 💙🕯️🤝

If today feels heavy, call 📞(724) 335-0100 or visit our website 🌐https://www.rjslater.com. We’re here to listen and help, whenever you need us.

12/01/2025

❄️ Welcome, December – A Gentle Start

December invites us to slow down, breathe in the crisp air, and find warmth in simple rituals. A cozy mug, a handwritten note, or a quiet walk can bring surprising calm during a busy month.

As winter approaches, it’s also a good time to refresh safety habits for cold weather. Little preparations help us enjoy the season with ease. ☕

What small winter ritual helps you feel grounded?

11/29/2025

Planning Ahead with Care 🕊
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Preplanning is an act of love and clarity—it protects the people who matter most and ensures your wishes are honored with care. When you’re ready, we’ll take time to understand what’s meaningful to you, explain options in plain language, and create a plan that reflects your values and the legacy you want to leave. No rush, no pressure—just compassionate guidance so your family can feel supported and at peace when they need it most. 💙

Begin a gentle, no-pressure conversation: 📞(724) 335-0100 or 🌐https://www.rjslater.com/pre-planning—your wishes, honored with care.

11/27/2025

With Warmth and Gratitude 💕

Today, we pause with grateful hearts—for the meals we share, the stories we tell, and the people who make a house feel like home. If your table includes joyful laughter, quiet remembrance, or an empty chair held in love, may you feel surrounded by care and comfort.

Take a moment to savor the simple blessings—a favorite recipe, a kind word, the steady presence of a friend or neighbor. From all of us at RJ Slater IV, thank you for the privilege of being part of this community; your trust and togetherness mean more than words. 🦃

11/23/2025

Think of a Neighbor in Need ❤️

As the holidays draw near, a little generosity can make a big difference for families right here in our community. Consider setting aside a few items—non-perishable foods, gently used coats and blankets, or new toys—to help brighten someone’s season.

Even the smallest gift can carry warmth, dignity, and hope. If you’re able, talk with your family about one way you might give this week, and let kindness be part of your traditions. 🎁

To learn more about how you can help a neighbor in need visit: https://westmorelandfoodbank.org/

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1000 Freeport Road
New Kensington, PA
15068

Telephone

+17243350100

Website

https://www.rjslater.com/

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