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Are you aware of the challenges facing blended families? Can you imagine how a death in the family might intensify these challenges? Even the most amicable families, blended or not, can be prone to strife when grieving the loss of a loved one.

It is possible for a family to come together peacefully when they otherwise do not mix well. Are you aware of the steps the funeral home takes to ensure civil propinquities?

If you want to know more about how blended families can honor funerals wishes, then listen to this episode of Forever in their Hearts, where host Erik Reynolds interviews Valerie Martell, Director of Operations for Martin Brothers Funeral Services about her experiences.

A blended family does not have to mean a divided family. This interview is an opportunity to learn how to honor end-of-life wishes from both sides of the equation.

Funeral Challenges for Blended Families

Valerie kicks off the episode by discussing some of the challenges blended families face when they have a death in the family.

Next Valerie explains what she feels is the root of these challenges that blended families face when meeting to honor the end of life wishes of a loved one lost.

This situation isn’t easy for anyone, but fortunately the funeral home director is a neutral third-party with the experience to help mediate so both sides can share their concerns.

Putting Aside Differences to Make Funeral Arrangements

Then Valerie offers advice on how families can come together to peacefully make funeral arrangements for a common loved one when they typically do not mix well. She also addresses questions like:

- Do families always agree to disagree when making funeral arrangements?
- How does the funeral home make sure everyone’s needs are met?
- What strategies does the funeral home employ to help plan the funeral?

Now ask yourself these two things: Am I part of a blended family? Is it possible that my family may need help honoring someone’s end of life wishes? If you answered “yes” to either or both of these questions, then you may wish to contact Martin Brothers for advice.

Is It Okay to Skip a Stressful Funeral?

Next Valerie discusses whether it is okay to just avoid a memorial or funeral service when you are part of a blended family who is divided on end of life issues for the deceased.

She goes on to share the purpose of a funeral and shares what someone might miss if they do not attend the service.

Not all blended families come together well at first, but focusing on respect for the deceased can help them overcome the concerns that threaten to divide them.

The episode wraps up with Valerie sharing her final thoughts on the topic of blended families and funerals.

Do You Anticipate Funeral Issues for Your Blended Family?

Are you interested in learning how to help make things easier when planning end of life wishes for someone in your family? Do you want a safe zone where you and your family can focus on the wishes of your loved one lost? Let’s discuss your thoughts in the comments section below.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services has more than 100 years of experience in providing thoughtful, dedicated services to families dealing with loss. If you are ready to take care of funeral pre-arrangements, have additional questions about their services, or are dealing with a loss, please contact them at their Vancouver office.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services

Vancouver: Funeral Services Centre
3398 Dunbar Street
Vancouver, BC Canada V6S 2C1

Telephone Number: 778.330.7799
Toll Free Number: 1.800.382.2901
Fax Number: 778.330.7633

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