Embracing The Teardrops

About the Book

Embracing the Teardrops: A Simple, Step-by-Step Guide to Planning a Funeral That Is Dignified, Memorable, and Affordable guides the reader through one of life’s most difficult experiences: handling the death, final arrangements, and funeral of a loved one. This clear, concise, and compact book provides valuable advice on such vitally important topics as handling essential paperwork, meeting with a funeral director, choosing the type and location of the funeral service, and arranging transportation if death occurs far from home. If you aren’t sure what to do or where to turn after the passing of a loved one, this handy little guidebook will tell you everything you need to know, not just immediately following the death, but in the weeks and months beyond.

About the Author

Patricia Myers is a licensed funeral director with twenty-fifi ve years of experience serving grieving families in their time of need. Her involvement with many community outreach programs allows her to speak before hundreds of people about the importance of planning ahead for the inevitable, thereby preserving their personal and historical legacies. Myers has received many awards for her outstanding work within the community and presently serves on the local Board of Directors of various organizations. Myers is a graduate of the American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service and is the manager of McCall’s Bronxwood Funeral Home.