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Blue Christmas Service

Blue Christmas: Honoring Loss While Finding Hope

Our annual Blue Christmas Service is a free community gathering that offers comfort, peace, and understanding to those grieving during the holidays. 

Beyond the Spotlight: Recognizing the Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things

Roper & Sons 2025 Here’s To The Heroes Winner and Honorees

Funeral Service Planning

Creating a Meaningful Service: A Guide to Funeral Planning

Planning a funeral is one of the hardest things a family will ever have to do. The good news is you don’t have to do it alone.

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Talking About Death with Children

We help families prepare children for what to expect at services which can help them understand and manage their loved one’s passing. 

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Navigating Grief: Understanding the Emotional Process After Loss

Grief is a deeply personal experience. At Roper & Sons, we understand and are here to help as you are navigating grief.

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Preplanning Your Funeral: Where Families Sometimes Go Wrong

Learn about these preplanning missteps so you can feel confident that your plans will ease the way for your loved ones when they need it most.

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When Is the Right Time to Plan a Funeral?

When planning a funeral, you might find yourself wondering when is the “right” time. Here are a few tips to help you decide.

Religious Diversity

Honoring Traditions: A Guide to Cultural Sensitivity in Funeral Planning

We believe that every goodbye should be meaningful, offering comfort and peace while embracing the cultural customs that bring solace during an emotional time.

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Finding Burial Sites of Deceased Loved Ones

The quest to find burial sites of lost loved ones is not just a historical or genealogical endeavor—it is a deeply personal journey for many people. Leslie Howell’s dedication to this process highlights the importance of preserving and sharing burial records.