01/01/2021
As we wrap up the end of a trying year, thank you, thank you, thank you to all those who work together at end of life: Funeral directors, morticians, clergy, funeral staff, cemetery services, life celebrants.
These are the faces of last responders.
We join the nation in being deeply grateful to first responders helping to save lives during the pandemic. But, we are also profoundly indebted to the last responders – funeral professionals working in communities large and small throughout the country.
It is the funeral professional who is gently caring for those who die, laying them to rest with dignity and respect. It is the compassionate funeral professional who is helping heartbroken families begin their grief journey under the most difficult of circumstances.
The last responder is not always recognized as one of the heroes, but we salute them for all they are doing to care for families and communities.