Losing someone you love is one of the hardest things you can go through. Everything familiar suddenly feels different, and even the smallest tasks can feel overwhelming. Routines you once took for granted are now quiet reminders of the absence. Grief is a deeply personal experience, and everyone processes it in their own unique way. There’s no timeline for when you’ll start to feel “okay” again. The most important thing to remember: You’re not alone. At Roper & Sons in Lincoln we understand, and we’re here to help as you are navigating grief.
What Grief Feels Like
Grief isn’t only sadness. It’s a mix of emotions, from shock and anger to guilt and loneliness. Some days might feel a little lighter, while others bring on waves of sadness that seem to come out of nowhere. With the “five stages of grief”—denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance––sometimes stages are repeated. It’s helpful to understand that these feelings are normal. There’s no right way to grieve.
Finding Support in Community
While grief is personal, that doesn’t mean you have to face it on your own. Talking about your loss—when you’re ready—can be incredibly healing. Sometimes it helps to be around others who get what you’re going through because they’re walking a similar road.
That’s why Roper & Sons offers free, monthly grief group counseling sessions. These gatherings provide a safe, welcoming space where you can share your story (if and when you’re ready), hear from others walking similar paths, and learn healthy coping tools from compassionate Grief Counseling professionals.
These group sessions are open to anyone seeking comfort and connection and are held at our Midtown Chapel located at 4300 O Street in Lincoln.
- Grief Group Counseling: 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month, 1:45-2:45 p.m.
- Addiction Loss Group: 3rd Sunday of every month, 3:00-4:00 p.m. (for those affected by the loss of a loved one to addiction)
You don’t have to be a client of Roper & Sons to attend. This is simply part of our commitment to caring for our community—not just in times of loss, but in the weeks and months that follow. Because grieving doesn’t stop after the funeral, and neither should support.
Give Yourself Time and Space
Take it one day at a time. Let yourself rest when you need to, cry when you need to, and reach out when you’re ready. Healing doesn’t mean forgetting. It means finding ways to carry your loved one’s memory with you as you continue to live your life.
If you or someone you love is grieving and seeking a safe space to connect, call Roper & Sons in Lincoln, Nebraska, at 402-476-1225. You don’t have to walk this journey alone. Support is here.