Forest Lawn Cemetery Buffalo NY

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Making final decisions on how you want to be remembered is difficult, but doing it now shields loved ones from any extra stress during already difficult time. Contact us for questions.

Talking about death is a necessary part of grieving. If you’re missing a loved one today, COMMENT below and share their name.

Playing games is one of the best ways to keep your brain active. Activities like Sudoku, bingo, and word puzzles are believed to improve memory function. https://supercarers.com/blog/games-for-elderly/

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Martin Luther King Jr. began with a dream and left a legacy of service, justice, and hope. As we celebrate his life today, ask yourself: What can I do in my own life to support others?

Experts say it’s crucial to talk about grief. Doing so helps a person confront and deal with feelings. SHARE the name of a loved one below.

Forest Lawn Facts... James Tillinghast, successful railroad businessman died on this date in 1898. Learn more about him here:

Forest Lawn Facts... John E. Brent, Buffalo's first African American architect died on this date in 1962. Learn more about him here: https://www.forest-lawn.com/famous-residents/john-e-brent

Forest Lawn Facts... Charles Reidpath, Olympic gold medalist died on this date in 1975. Learn more about him here..

Learn more about the fascinating story of one of Forest Lawn's "permanent residents", Dr. Frederick Cook in this recent segment of the "Unknown Stories of WNY" on WGRZ...

Forest Lawn Facts... Lawrence Bell, aviation pioneer, died on this date in 1956. Learn more about him here...

Forest Lawn Facts... William Buchanan, Director of the 1901 Pan American Exposition, died on this date in 1909. Learn more about him here...https://www.forest-lawn.com/famous-residen/william-buchanan

Forest Lawn Facts... Mary Burnett Talbert, civil rights pioneer, died on this date in 1923. Learn more about her here... https://www.forest-lawn.com/famous-res/mary-burnett-talbert

World Mental Health Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of mental health issues and support the well-being of yourself and those around you. Here are five ways to boost mood, build resilience, and strengthen your mental health:

Forest Lawn Facts... Willis Haviland Carrier, inventor of air conditioning, died on this date in 1950. Learn more about him here...https://www.forest-lawn.com/famous-/willis-haviland-carrier

Q: What should I say to the family at a visitation? A: A visitation provides an opportunity to express your sympathy and support. Be sure to introduce yourself and explain your relationship to the person who has died, and then say something brief but heartfelt. Share a memory, tell them how much the friendship meant to you, and let the family know they are on your mind.

Research shows that people who maintain connections with others through family, friends, or work remain healthier as they get older. What steps are you taking to develop meaningful relationships in your life?

Forest Lawn Facts... Cyrus Lazelle Warner Eidlitz died on this date in 1921. Mr. Eidlitz was an American architect best known for designing One Times Square, the former New York Times Building on Times Square. Learn more about him here...https://www.forest-lawn.com/fa/cyrus-lazelle-warner-eidlitz

If you or a loved one have been impacted by breast cancer, share their name in solidarity here. Your story matters and we want to support you through it.