Honoring Grandparents This September
Grandparents Day is observed on the Sunday after Labor Day. In 2025, it falls on Sunday, September 7. It is a moment to honor the wisdom, steady love, and everyday lessons that grandparents pass down… the recipes, the stories, the prayers, the laughter that echoes through generations. For many families, the table is where legacy […]
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Wellness Month: Gentle Ways to Care for Yourself While You Grieve
August is National Wellness Month… a timely reminder that caring for your body, mind, and spirit matters – especially after loss. Grief is work. It touches sleep, appetite, focus, and energy. You don’t have to fix everything at once… small steps help. Try a short daily walk. Keep a regular meal and sleep routine. Write […]
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Rooted in Community, Committed to Care
July is a time of celebration in Maryland… from fireworks and family reunions to parades and church gatherings. It’s also a time to recognize the strength and resilience woven into our communities. At Bennie Smith Funeral Home of Maryland, we’re more than a provider of services… we’re your neighbors. We’ve walked beside generations of families […]
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Reflections in June: Honoring Fathers and Legacies
June brings Father’s Day. For many, it’s a day of reflection. If you’ve lost your father, your grandfather, or a man who meant the world to you… this time of year can be difficult. At Bennie Smith Funeral Home of Maryland, we know how memories can rise to the surface without warning. We serve every […]
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Remembering the Women Who Shaped Us
Mother’s Day can be filled with joy… but for many, it also carries a quiet ache. Whether your mother passed recently or many years ago, this season often brings memories rushing in. The sound of her voice… the meals she cooked… the way she showed love without saying a word. It’s in these simple, tender […]
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