

First Friday! Swil Kanim Performs at Wildflower: February 6, 2026
First Friday Concerts with Swil Kanim Coming to Wildflower Funeral Concepts in Ferndale Washington! Friday • February 6, 2026
7–8:30 PM
Free Admission • 5706 4th Ave, Ferndale .
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First Fridays at Wildflower! Musician & Poet Marie Eaton Joins Swil Kanim on March 6
First Friday Concert with Swil Kanim and special guest Marie Eaton at Wildflower Funeral Concepts in Ferndale Washington. Friday • March 6 • 7–8:30 PM
Free Admission • 5706 4th Ave, Ferndale .
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"Writing Into The Light" - Labyrinth Walk and Equinox Workshop at Wildflower
A longtime labyrinth enthusiast, Ingrid Tegnér brings her hand-painted seven circuit labyrinth and invites you to engage in a mindful walk with poetry and writing. Explore the pathway and expand your outlook. The equinox marks a balance of daylight and nighttime ushering in the longer days of spring. Come discover a new pathway. Bring your curiosity and a journal. No previous experience necessary.
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First Friday With Swil Kanim February 6
First Friday Concerts with Swil Kanim Coming to Wildflower Funeral Concepts in Ferndale Washington! Friday • February 6 • 7–8:30 PM
Free Admission • 5706 4th Ave, Ferndale .
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9 Ways the Funeral Industry Is Changing in 2026 and Beyond
The world of death care is changing—quietly, steadily, and in ways that reflect a deeper cultural shift. Families are looking for meaning, transparency, and gentler ecological footprints. Communities are craving spaces where grief, memory, and celebration can coexist. And funeral homes, once seen as formal or even intimidating, are evolving into something more human, more holistic, and more connected to the natural world.
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Valentine's Day Workshop at Wildflower: Write Your 5-Minute Legacy Love Letter ™
Write Your Legacy Love Letter. On Saturday, February 14, Wildflower Funeral Concepts will host a gentle, meaningful gathering led by end-of-life educator Ingrid Tegnér—an invitation to pause, reflect, and put love into words.
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9 Funerals Held in Unexpected Places (From Bowling Alleys to Roller Rinks)
For some people, the perfect place to say goodbye isn’t somber or traditional. It’s personal, playful, or even a little weird. These nine real-life funerals broke the mold, honoring the departed in unexpected settings that reflected who they truly were. Here's 9 Funerals held in unexpected places!
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5 Unexpected Gifts to Leave in Your Will That Show You Cared
By Wildflower Funeral Concepts When most people think of writing a will, they picture big-ticket items: homes, savings accounts, family heirlooms. And yes—those matter. But some of the most meaningful gifts aren’t always the most expensive ones. They’re the ones that make people feel seen, loved, and considered. The ones that bring comfort, spark memories, or plant a seed for something good. Here are five unexpected gifts you can leave in your will that speak directly to the
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Holiday Blessings: Why This Funeral Home Loves "It’s A Wonderful Life"
Holiday Blessings: Why This Funeral Home Loves "It’s A Wonderful Life" A Wildflower Funeral Concepts Blog Post Every December, millions revisit It’s A Wonderful Life . It’s a classic film wrapped in twinkling lights and quiet heartbreak, full of small acts of courage, compassion, and community. At Wildflower, we spend our days walking with families through some of life’s hardest moments. And maybe that’s why this film affects us so deeply: it contains truths we see every day
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Valuing Life: Finding Meaning in the Everyday
At Wildflower, we spend a lot of time talking about death. But really, what we’re talking about is life. To face mortality is to recognize how fleeting our time is—and how important it is to value the life we have. When we embrace this truth, we start to see our days differently. A morning cup of tea becomes more than a routine. A shared laugh with a friend feels more like a gift. Even the quiet moments alone in nature, listening to the wind in the trees, can take on a sense
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Grieving During the Holidays: 11 Ways to Be Supportive
The holidays tend to come wrapped in expectations—joy, togetherness, celebration, warmth. But for anyone navigating grief, this season can feel complicated. The lights get brighter just as the inner world feels dimmer. The pace gets faster when our hearts need to slow down. Here are 11 grounded, compassionate ways to support yourself or someone you love this season.
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Hello Friends! A Note from Brian & Upcoming Events at Wildflower Funeral Concepts
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.
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Workshops Announced for 2026, "The Secrets of Dying Well"
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.
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Wildflower Funeral Concept's Autumn Food Drive benefitting the Ferndale Food Bank
At Wildflower Funeral Concepts, we believe that caring for one another is one of the most meaningful ways we can honor life. This November, we’re inviting our community to come together in that spirit of care and compassion through Wildflower Funeral Concept's Autumn Food Drive benefitting the Ferndale Food Bank.
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This photo is of Edie Marie Clark Montgomery’s first headstone
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
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