Thoughts

As we enter this season of reflection, gratitude, and connection - I am deeply moved by the kindness, generosity, and warmth of the community we serve. Every person who walks through our doors, every story shared, every tear, every laugh — it all reminds me what a privilege it is to do this work alongside you. Below, you’ll find our upcoming December events. We hope to see you at one — or several — of them.

Terramation, also known as natural organic reduction or human composting, is one of the newest and most meaningful ways to return to the earth. At Wildflower, we’re proud to offer this gentle, earth-centered option, but because it’s still unfamiliar to many, it’s surrounded by myths. Let’s clear a few of them up.

Join local end-of-life planning consultants for an open, honest conversation about what it means to die well—and live with intention. You will be guided through the tools, decisions, and discussions that help ensure your values are honored, your affairs are in order, and your loved ones are supported. Whether you're planning ahead or supporting someone else, this session offers practical insight and emotional clarity for one of life’s most important transitions.

It’s that time of year — the veil is thin, the pumpkins are lit, and even funeral directors can lean into the spooky side of their work. At Wildflower Funeral Concepts, we believe that death isn’t something to fear… but we’ll admit, some funerals throughout history do give us goosebumps (in the best possible way). Here's 13 spooky funerals that give us chills

This photo is of Edie Marie Clark Montgomery’s first headstone. Edie was brutally stabbed in her home in Ferndale in 1980. She was 18 years old. Her murder is still unsolved. I first learned about Edie this summer on Facebook of all places. Chrey Nelson, who works as an Identification Technician for the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Department, made a post about Edie and her crumbling headstone in a local Facebook group. Edie’s case has been recently reopened. Detective Derek Jone

First Friday Concerts with Swil Kanim Coming to Wildflower Funeral Concepts in Ferndale Washington! Friday • November 7 • 7–8:30 PM Free Admission  • 5706 4th Ave, Ferndale .

Reasons to Plan Your Funeral Even If You’re Young. It’s not exactly cocktail party conversation: sitting down to plan your own funeral. But here’s the thing—pre-planning isn’t just for those “of a certain age.” In fact, taking a little time now can be one of the most thoughtful, loving, and downright practical things you do for yourself and the people you care about. Here’s why ...

When people hear the word “legacy,” they often imagine great wealth, grand estates, or foundations with their names etched in stone. But the truth is, a meaningful legacy isn’t about money—it’s about impact, memory, and love. You don’t need a fortune to leave something lasting behind. Here are eleven creative ways to leave a legacy without a fortune.

Television has always been a mirror of how we live, love, and yes—how we die. Sometimes, shows handle death with profound beauty. Other times, they miss the mark so wildly that it becomes unintentionally funny. Either way, these moments reflect our culture’s ongoing attempt to wrestle with the universal truth: everyone dies, even our favorite characters. Here are 11 TV Shows That Handled Death Perfectly (Or Hilariously Badly).

Green burial is growing in popularity as more people seek ways to meaningfully honor life while also caring for the planet. But if you’re new to the idea, you may not know where to start — or what questions to ask. At Wildflower Funeral Concepts, we believe knowledge empowers families to make choices that feel aligned with their values. Here are 10 Questions to Ask When Planning a Green Burial.

9 Non-Traditional Memorial Ideas for Nature Lovers When it comes to honoring a life, not everyone feels called to the formality of a...

Some people live quietly, gently, and privately. Others? They live loudly — filling rooms with laughter, music, and stories. When it comes time to honor a life like that, a traditional service might not feel quite right. At Wildflower, we believe funerals should reflect the person being celebrated. If your loved one lived boldly, here's "10 Creative Funeral Ideas for Someone Who Lived Loudly".

8 Times Grief Looked Like a Walk in the Woods   A Wildflower Funeral Concepts Blog Post When words fail, the forest listens.For some,...

12 Things Grief Teaches Us. We often imagine grief as one long, gray road — but living it reveals surprising truths along the way. While loss can be devastating, it can also bring unexpected lessons, reshaping how we see the world, ourselves, and the people we love. Here are twelve things grief has taught people — lessons they didn’t see coming.

Reconnecting With Nature: A Note From Brian at Wildflower Funeral Concepts. Hello Friends, I was scrolling through the news the other day (while simultaneously practicing deep breathing exercises) when I came across an article that stopped me in my tracks. I have been reflecting on it ever since. The Guardian reported on a study showing that “people’s connection to nature has declined by more than 60% since 1800", and that that this disconnect is a root cause of our environme

Grief is not always something we can say. Sometimes it must be moved through — literally. For as long as humans have experienced loss, we’ve turned to the body to say what words cannot. Whether through private ritual or public performance, dance has become a sacred language of mourning, remembrance, and healing. Here are seven powerful moments — ancient, traditional, and modern — when dance became the language of grief… and said everything that needed to be said.

Here are 11 beautiful ways eco-friendly funerals are helping the planet. Just like in life, our last act can be one of environmental stewardship. At Wildflower Funeral Concepts, we believe that honoring life can also honor the earth. That’s why we offer sustainable funeral options like aquamation, terramation, and green burial — gentle alternatives that return us to natural cycles without harming the world we love.

Grief and love often live side by side — and when it comes to honoring LGBTQ+ lives, memorials can become powerful acts of resistance, affirmation, and celebration. Whether quiet and poetic or loud and unapologetic, LGBTQ+ memorials around the world are reclaiming space, telling truth, and reminding us that every identity deserves to be honored exactly as it was lived: boldly, beautifully, and without compromise.

Children experience loss just as deeply as adults — but in different, sometimes harder-to-understand ways. That’s why including them in funerals and memorials can be powerful. Not only does it honor their bond with the person who passed, but it also gives them tools for processing grief in a healthy, supported way. At Wildflower, we believe funerals should be inclusive, compassionate spaces — and that includes the smallest members of the family. Here are a few beautiful ways

Obituaries are often quiet, respectful, and solemn — but some are downright hilarious. At Wildflower Funeral Concepts, we believe death can be tender and funny. Serious and joyful. Here are nine obituaries that prove you don’t have to lose your sense of humor just because you’ve left the buildin