Collins & Stone Funeral Home

02/25/2026

You can be okay at 10:07am.

Answer a text.
Wash a cup.
Even laugh at something on TV.

And then 10:09am hits…

…and your throat tightens like somebody pulled a string.
Because you saw their favorite snack at the store.
Because their name popped up in your phone.
Because you forgot for two seconds… and your body remembers.

That swing messes with people.

It makes you think:

“Am I cold?”
“Am I broken?”
“Why can I function one minute… and fall apart the next?”

Here’s the truth:

That’s not you being unstable.

That’s grief doing what it does—
coming in waves, not straight lines.

You’re not “moving on” because you smiled.
And you’re not “back at square one” because you cried later.

You’re just human… learning how to carry love without the person.

If you’re in this season and everything feels unpredictable, we’re here.

Not just for arrangements.
For the questions that come after.
For the hard mornings.
For the “I don’t know what I need, I just know I need help.”

02/19/2026

Empowering women to create and sustain a healthy relationship with money in a safe environment. Women will learn to build wealth to influence the next woman to do the same.

02/19/2026

Most families don’t struggle during a loss because they “don’t know what to do.”

They struggle because they have to make big decisions while their heart is in pieces.

That’s why we are big believers in pre-need (pre-planning).

Not because it’s “morbid.”
Because it’s merciful.

What pre-need really does (that people don’t talk about)

1) It removes pressure from your family.
They don’t have to guess what you would’ve wanted.
No debates. No guilt. No “I hope this is what they would’ve chose.”

2) It protects your loved ones from emotional overspending.
When grief hits, people often say yes to everything because they just want it to feel “right.”
Pre-planning helps decisions come from clarity, not panic.

3) It gives you control over your story.
Your service should reflect you.
Music, readings, burial vs cremation, the tone, the details — those choices matter.

4) It prevents conflict.
Even the most loving families can disagree when emotions are high.
Pre-need gives everyone one clear plan to follow.

5) It’s a gift you give while you’re still here.
It’s one of the most practical “I love you”s you can leave behind.

Pre-need isn’t about planning for death.

It’s about planning for the people you love…
so they don’t have to carry everything alone.

If you’ve ever thought about pre-planning, this is your sign to at least start the conversation.

02/18/2026

02/17/2026

When a loved one enters hospice care, the last thing your family should have to worry about is how to cover final expenses.

At LifeShare, we offer Final Expense Insurance for individuals currently on hospice — because love doesn’t stop at care… it continues with preparation, dignity, and peace of mind.

This coverage can help with:
✔️ Funeral & burial costs
✔️ Outstanding medical bills
✔️ End-of-life expenses
✔️ Protecting your family from financial stress

We’ve seen firsthand how planning ahead can turn grief into grace and prevent families from having to make emotional financial decisions during their most difficult moments.

Let us help you protect your loved one’s legacy — even now.

📩 Message me to learn about hospice-eligible final expense options.



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02/09/2026

01/27/2026

Grief is hard enough without the added pressure we often put on ourselves to “move on” or “get over it.” But here's the truth: healing doesn’t happen on a timeline, and the more compassion you show yourself, the easier the journey becomes.

Treat yourself like a friend: When you catch yourself being
self-critical, ask, “Would I say this to a friend going through the same thing?” Chances are, you wouldn’t. Treat yourself with the same kindness.

Give yourself permission to rest: Grieving is exhausting. If you need to take breaks, cancel plans, or take a day to yourself, do it without guilt.

Focus on what you’re doing right: Instead of focusing on what you think you should be doing, remind yourself of all the ways you’re already coping. Every small step is a victory.

Self-compassion isn’t about making excuses for yourself—it’s about acknowledging that you’re human, and healing takes time. Give yourself the grace to move through it at your own pace.

01/19/2026

Mother McGee went home with fire in her bones,
Hands lifted high, her race well run;
She shouted Amen through tears and groans,
Now walks in glory with the Son.
The trumpet sounded in her soul,
The Spirit led her all the way
From shouting ground to Heaven’s roll,
From earthly praise to endless day.

The Homegoing Celebration Service for Mother Earnie McGee will held on this Saturday January 24, 2026 St. Paul Church of God in Christ at 11 AM. Public viewing will be begin at 9 am until 11 AM. Let us continue to pray for Mother McGee’s grandchildren, Vince Washington and Lynn Penix, and their families during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers for the McGee family.

01/19/2026

"The time is always right to do what is right" - Martin Luther King Jr.

01/18/2026

Service. Dignity. Legacy.

Dr. King reminded us that greatness is measured by how we serve others. At Collins & Stone Funeral Home, that truth lives in everything we do.

Honoring life.
Comforting families.
Preserving legacy.