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How to Create the Perfect Video Tribute for Your Loved One’s Funeral
If there is one thing we have learned here at Staab Funeral Homes, it’s the importance funeral planning plays in the grief process. While this is certainly not easy for a person who is desperately missing a loved one, something happens when he/she starts making choices to personalize the funeral service. Our expert team knows […]
Read MoreThe Many Ways to Personalize a Loved One’s Farewell
For many of the families we serve in Springfield and Sherman and the surrounding Illinois communities, a memento of a loved one can be incredibly comforting in the days and months following a death. With many memorial items to choose from at Staab Funeral Homes, you are sure to find something that represents your loved […]
Read MoreSocial Media Do’s and Don’ts: 4 Tips to Know Before You Post
Social media has enriched our lives in a lot of different ways. We’ve all heard the stories about the high school sweethearts who reconnected on Facebook and lived happily ever after. And many of us who live here in the Springfield, Sherman and surrounding areas in Sangamon County, have loved ones spread across the country […]
Read MoreWhat Does It Mean to Be Patriotic?
When our country is in peril, Americans – and especially those from Springfield, Sherman, and other parts of Sangamon County – are quick to rally to her aid. When we’ve been attacked, our men and women fight with uncommon valor. During times of crisis, our patriotic emotions are there for all to see. We wear […]
Read More6 Reasons to Plan Your Own Funeral
Is it strange to plan your own funeral? At Staab Funeral Homes, we don’t think so. While no one likes to dwell on the idea of their own death, there are a number of advantages to planning ahead. Some say it’s the greatest gift of love you can give to your family. Whether you’re 25 […]
Read MoreHow to Make a Cremation Service Meaningful
Years ago, there was one factor that kept many Springfield and Sherman families from considering cremation when they were planning a funeral. People believed that if they chose cremation, they could not have a funeral service that was meaningful and told the story of their loved one’s life. Of course, this is not true. Funeral […]
Read MoreHow Much Does a Funeral Cost?
For many families, the need to plan a funeral comes unexpectedly. Complex arrangement decisions must be made during a most difficult time, and the cost of funeral services plays a large role in this planning process. Not surprisingly, most people are under the impression that funeral services cost more than they really do. How much […]
Read MoreThe First 5 Things You Should Do When a Loved One Dies
If someone you love has just died, your head is probably spinning. Your life will never be the same, but there are some very practical things you need to handle. Here are the top five things our caring team at Staab Funeral Home recommend you do after losing someone close to you. 1.) Report the […]
Read MoreA Tale of Two Funerals: Family Owned V. Corporate
Family-owned funeral homes like Staab Funeral Home have become harder to find over the years, as large corporations purchase one after another funeral home that was originally founded by a family. Here in Springfield and Sherman, our family has been serving our neighbors since 1937 – and we will continue to do so with kindness, compassion, […]
Read MoreLove Lost: Is It Ever Too Soon to Move On?
There is an old German proverb that says, “The death of a friend is equivalent to the loss of a limb.” If that’s true, how much more so is the pain after you lose a spouse or partner? The pain is so intense, there is a confirmed phenomenon called the “widowhood effect,” although it applies […]
Read MoreThree Myths About Preplanning
In life, we are almost always planning for our future – toward a personal goal or for the next phase of life. The families we serve here in Springfield and Sherman are particularly goal-oriented. We set a plan, so we can know where we’re headed. Planning relieves stress and answers many questions ahead of time. […]
Read MoreAnnouncing the Relaunch of Our Blog!
Welcome to the newly relaunched Staab Funeral Homes blog! If this is your first time stopping by, we hope you’ll spend some time getting to know us, including the many ways we can serve Springfield and Sherman families. We’re so excited about the opportunity to interact with our Sangamon County friends and neighbors through this […]
Read MoreSurviving the Holidays
It wasn’t a Hallmark movie or commercial that made Steve cry. It was simply being in the Hallmark store. Steve stood in the aisle full of Christmas cards, overwhelmed at the options. This was just one more out of a hundred decisions and tasks that he had to deal with after his wife, Angie, had […]
Read MoreSHARING PHOTOS AND MEMORIES.
When we lose a loved one, photos of family times together remind us of the memories and comfort us. Grief therapists share the many ways our photos can help us grieve…and heal from the loss we feel. Photos help us remember what made our loved one special and keep them in our minds and hearts. […]
Read MoreWHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO HAVE END OF LIFE CONVERSATIONS
It’s the most difficult thing for most of us to confront: planning for the end of our own life. In fact, a recent survey by Kaiser Health News revealed that only about a third of adults have a living will or health care proxy. Not surprising, considering that most of us find it extremely stressful […]
Read MoreTHE FIRST YEAR WITHOUT A LOVED ONE
The first year after the loss of a loved one is the most challenging time. We don’t realize it, but we have longstanding habits that revolve around having that other person with us. We set a place for them at the table. We expect to hear their voice when the phone rings. Psychologists and other experts […]
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