Testimonial....

My Mother passed away September 22, 2008.  Five long months of twenty two hour days at her bedside thru two hospitals, two nursing homes and in-home care finally brought her peace. As an only child I had made the decision to leave my job after 24 years to be Mom's sole caregiver and will cherish those final precious days forever. 

     Exhaustion was the common thread binding family together. Several times when told to make final arrangements, I numbly contacted various funeral homes regarding what needed to be done when the time came.  Both parents having been accountants left little to worry about financially or so I thought. 

     The day before Mom died, I decided it would be best to organize her life insurance, savings, checking and/or other accounts.  Disbelief, shock, panic, fear among the many emotions manifesting themselves upon the realization Mom had given most of her money to charity leaving a very minimal amount to cover her final expenses. At a time which should have been reserved for mourning a new challenge now presented itself.

      Within a few moments of her dying the nursing home asked who I wished to pick her up. Blurting out the name of one I had contacted earlier I suddenly remembered Nelson.  Asking them to hold off until I called Nelson they agreed. 

     The phone call to Nelson Funeral Home changed everything to positive within moments.  After explaining the entire situation, they assured me they would work with me and not to worry.  They arrived within half an hour to pick up Mom and take her to Nelson.   Little did they know, their professional and quiet demeanor had a calming affect which finally allowed me to sleep peacefully for the first time in five months.

     Upon meeting with them the following day they took the time to patiently answer questions, explain everything we wished and suggest subtle  ways we could better manage cost without diminishing Mom's services.  They helped in every aspect again understanding our financial plight and yet not making us feel bad or diminished by lack of funds.

      The people of Nelson Funeral Homes are compassionate, caring, understanding and most of all if only for a few days, PART OF OUR FAMILY. We are eternally grateful.

                             L.Thau