Honoring Black History Month Through Legacy, Leadership, & Family Values
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February is recognized as Black History Month, a time to reflect on the lives, leadership, and values that have shaped our communities. While history often highlights well-known figures, Black History Month is also about honoring everyday individuals whose influence is felt through family, faith, service, and perseverance. In Maryland communities across the state, legacy is […]
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Honoring Service and Community on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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January brings a moment of pause for communities across Maryland as we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day. It is a day set aside not only to remember the life of Martin Luther King Jr., but to reflect on the values he championed. Service. Responsibility. Care for one another. The belief that each person has […]
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The Meaning Behind Military Funeral Traditions
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Each November, our nation pauses to honor the courage and sacrifice of America’s veterans—those who stood ready to defend our freedoms at home and abroad. At Bennie Smith Funeral Home in Maryland, we are deeply committed to ensuring every veteran receives the recognition and respect they deserve. A military funeral is more than a ceremony… […]
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Honoring Grandparents This September
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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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Reflections in June: Honoring Fathers and Legacies
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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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