The Importance of Community and Grief There are so many occasions in life where we should seek out the comfort and community of the ones around us. Gathering is essential for the relief and comfort it provides after the loss of a friend or family member. If there is any doubt in your mind about … Read more
Obituaries have traditionally been used by families to let the community know about their loved one’s passing. An obituary recognizes the impact that person had on their community, their ties to the community, and the family members that are left behind. It also informs anyone who might want to attend the funeral of the schedules … Read more
Funerals and end-of-life traditions are an essential part of saying goodbye to those who have passed, creating a final moment of memory and peace that draws us together in our love for those who have gone before us. We in the United States tend to celebrate the passing of our loved ones with memorial services … Read more
Difficult Conversations with Deep Significance Part of truly loving someone is the hopes and dreams that we have of a life with them, always looking towards the future. But as time marches on, one of the realities we must face is that, while we would love to live together side-by-side with our spouse forever, there … Read more
It’s hard to lose a pet. You feel like part of your soul is gone, and in a way, it is. Pets sneak their way into our hearts with their adorable faces and loving cuddles, so it stands to reason that you want their memory preserved both in your heart and in your home. Here … Read more
In our time of grief, a few kind words can mean the world to us. The pain of loss can be softened by quotes that help us understand that we’re not alone in our suffering. The events in our lives happen for a reason, and through our experiences we come to understand a few simple … Read more
Sending funeral flowers to a grieving friend or family member seems like it would be pretty cut and dry, but flowers each have their own meanings, and you don’t want to convey the wrong message. Funeral flower etiquette is much more than meets the eye, but we’ve come up with a short guide to funeral … Read more
Hearses have long been an ominous, yet solemn presence driving along city streets and country roads. The slow progression along the route to the funeral site demands respect as other drivers give way to the hearse and its parade of mourners. This vehicle has an interesting history that not many people are aware of. The … Read more
It can be difficult to find the right words to express to someone who’s grieving. Their relative may have been diagnosed with serious illness or died, and you want to express your condolences without upsetting them with the wrong words. Writing a sympathy card doesn’t have to be a stressful experience. Here are five tips … Read more
Eastwood Country Club Sit back, relax, and imagine. It’s August 3, 1965 in San Antonio, Texas. You just finished a hard day’s work at the Atkinson Candy Company and you are ready to unwind. You head home, put on a clean suit, hop in your Ford pickup and find yourself driving down St. Hedwig Road. … Read more
We can’t thank you enough for everything you have done for us. Without your help and guidance. We don’t know what we would have done. We appreciate all your help and everything you did for mom. It was a beautiful service and couldn’t have asked for a better funeral home to be in charge.
Thank you again Stith Funeral Home,
Malaki and Katlyn Abney
Dear Ann,
Thank you for all you did to help with keeping the cost down and making it a very special graveside service.
With gratitude,
Martha Jane Harmon
AnnYager (Nonnie) and staff,
We wanted to thank you and your staff handling Zane’s funeral, the help, patience, and comfort you gave our family. You are masters of your craft. The craft of caring for loved ones gone- but more than that, the craft of love and compassion. We felt loved and cared for every time we walked through the doors. We knew Zane was loved and cared for while you had him. (That helped this momma’s heart.)
You led us through our darkest days. I didn’t know how I would get out of bed the day after, let alone face planning a funeral. But you held our hands, cried with us, and helped us create a beautiful life celebration for Zane. I have trouble finding the words to express the appreciation we have for you and your staff, but I hope this gives you a small look at our gratitude.
Zane’s family
Lisa, Barry, Brittnee, Matt, and Gran
Robert, Mary, Giles and all the crew,
Just a simple thank you for a job well done. You made us comfortable at a difficult time. We appreciate all your kindness.
Many blessings,
Mike and Teresa
Ann, Mary and Staff,
Thank you for your extra special care you showed my Dear mother, Ruth Huffman. You made a horrible time a lot easier, AnnYager, so very sorry for all the texts, calls, changes, ect. You all have always been special to me and dad. However, your kindness added to our love for you all! Thank you!
Lona Spigle West
Mary, Robert, and the staff,
There will never be adequate adjectives to sincerely thank you all for everything in preparing Bill for the visitation, service, and cremation. You all were great in making me and my family feel very comfortable and calm in dealing with our loss and grief.
May you all have a very merry and blessed Christmas with your families.
Love always,
Carolyn (Gulley)
Stith Funeral Home is by far one of the most outstanding and most comforting funeral home in Danville. They help make all preparations for all funeral needs/etc. and/or help guide you to the proper places you may need for unfortunate times in our lives. And you know that this is more than just any old in and out kind of business they actually treat you and your family as their own family which helps in the most uncomfortable times. Highly highly recommend! Both times my family has used their services they greeted us at the hospital with warm welcoming hugs and heartfelt words xo
Stith was very caring and helped so much during a difficult time with their attention to detail and efficiency!!!
Stith Funeral Home provides personal and comforting services during a family’s greatest time of loss. Making the most difficult of times a little easier. Their heart, compassion and laughter always shinning through. I am eternally grateful . ❤️
The entire staff at Stith was so helpful to me during a very difficult time. I am so grateful for their compassion and professionalism during the entire process of handling my sister’s death. I highly recommend them.
The care Stith Funeral Home provided made us feel like they are members of our family. They offered comfort, support and guidance during a time when we all need help. We always turn to Ann Yeager and Mary and they are there for us immediately, when a loved one has passed away.
This family owned Funeral Home made me feel comfortable and very grateful for the understanding in a tough time. The sudden death of my loved one left me unprepared and not knowing what was needed or wanted to do next. The loving guidance and understanding was just what I needed at that time. The professionalism of the whole team was outstanding. I would recommend Stith Funaral Home to any family in need of their services.
I had prepaid funeral expenses through Stith. When it came time to plan a service for my husband it was very smooth and I had no worries about the care he or I would receive. Very patient and understanding for all my questions and concerns. I feel they went above my expectations by letting me privately visit before and after the service. He was cremated and I got to go spend some alone time with him after the public service. I have known this family for years and wouldn’t even think of going anywhere else. Excellent experience considering the circumstances.
The staff at Stith Funeral Home is warm-hearted, caring and oh-so-kind. They made a terribly difficult time for our family so much more tolerable than it could've been. They answered a million questions, helped us make a world of informed decisions, and treated us like we were the only family they were working with at the time. They took care of so many details for us so all we had to do was greet and visit with the people who came to show their respects. With their help we had a lovely send-off for my aunt, one which I know she would've loved. Our family has used Stith Funeral Home for as far back as I can remember and I can't imagine there's anywhere that would care as much for a grieving family as they do.
The staff of Stith Funeral Home, Ann Cassada, AnnYager, Marcia, and the others that I don’t have the names for, Your love, care, and thoughtfulness along with lots of help in making everything so very nice, calming and comforting were greatly appreciated.
Thank you so very much!
Love,
Carolyn, Amy, and Billy, Jr.