English Funeral Chapels & Crematory encourages families to have the talk of a lifetime

People talk about many things with their loved ones, from day-to-day details to big events. Sharing stories with those who matter most isn't just important today - it will be especially significant when it's time to commemorate a life.

English Funeral Chapel is proud to announce its participation in Have the Talk of a LifetimeSM, a national effort to encourage families to have conversations about life and what matters most. These discussions can help families make important decisions about how they wish to remember and honor the lives of their loved ones.

Through meaningful memorialization - that is, taking time to reflect on the unique life of a loved one and remember the difference they made - families and friends take an important step in the journey toward healing after death.

Individuals and their families have more options than ever for memorializing their loved one at the end of life. From simple to very elaborate, there are a variety of ways a family can honor their loved one in a personal and meaningful way.

"Memorialization is so much more than it used to be," says Eric English. "It can reflect a person's life story - their values, interests and experiences - and be transformative, healing and comforting. Meaningful memorialization starts when loved ones talk about what matters most: memories made, lessons learned and how they hope to be remembered."

English Funeral Chapel is pleased to offer individuals and families in the community a free brochure, Have the Talk of a Lifetime, that will help them begin a conversation about life.

"It's not easy to talk about death," says English. "I think this brochure will be particularly helpful because it focuses on life, rather than the details of a service. It's life stories - family vacations, pieces of advice, favorite pastimes - that will help you remember those who matter most and begin to heal after they die."

Visit the funeral chapel's website, www.englishfuneralchapel.com, to watch a video and download your free Have the Talk of a Lifetime brochure. Or call English Funeral Chapel at (208) 664-3143 or (208) 773-3425, or stop by the office located at 1133 N. Fourth St. in Coeur d'Alene or 1700 N. Spokane St. in Post Falls to request a free copy of the brochure.

"We are here to support and encourage people as they 'have the talk" with their loved ones," says English. "Please call us if we can help you or if we can provide additional information about your memorialization options."

The Have the Talk of a Lifetime campaign is sponsored by the Funeral and Memorial Information Council.

English Funeral Chapels is a third-generation funeral home and crematory that has been proudly serving Kootenai County families since 1941. Whether you are pre-planning funeral arrangements or have just experienced the loss of a loved one, we strive to provide compassionate and professional care to every family we meet. We recognize that making funeral arrangements can be an overwhelming experience, which is why our understanding staff is committed to assisting each family with the utmost integrity. We are honored to be a part of this community, and take pride in being here for your family.