A loved one’s funeral is one of life’s most heartbreaking moments. In the whirlwind of arrangements and the fog of grief, families often make decisions quickly — sometimes too quickly.
In those moments, it’s tempting to “clear things out” as a way of coping or creating order. But some possessions are far more than objects. Once gone, they can never be replaced.
First, personal letters and cards should be kept. Whether handwritten or typed, they capture your loved one’s words, personality, and emotions. These messages often hold intimate thoughts you’ll treasure for years to come.
Second, photographs and albums are priceless. Even if you don’t recognize everyone in the pictures now, they may hold clues to family history or spark stories in the future. Once they’re gone, so are those visual memories.