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For many children, a grandparent’s love is like none other. The security, the steadiness, the warmth – that kind of love fosters a connection that cannot be replicated. That kind of love is also why the death of a grandparent can leave a child – no matter their age – feeling stunned and lost.   […]

At Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers, we realize that our neighbors in Lubbock want their loved ones’ funerals to be unforgettable experiences. Adding personal touches to a funeral ensures your loved one’s celebration is both memorable and meaningful.   Highlight the five senses. If a loved one had a favorite color, request that guests wear that […]

At Lake Ridge Chapel & Memorial Designers, our friendly staff are active members of our Lubbock community. We deeply value connecting with our neighbors, and one way we do so is by hosting regular events at our funeral home. We believe in providing community members a space for education, connection, and sharing. Some of our […]

Time and time again, we hear from Texans who’ve had this experience: After attending a funeral for a loved one, they decide it would be a good idea to express their preferences for their own funeral. After all, it’s common to have more opinions about your own end-of-life tribute than you might expect. Opinions about […]

Today is the day we set aside to honor American veterans  – those valiant soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen of the U.S. Armed Forces – who all share a dedication to the defense of freedom. For generations, veterans have honored us with this sacrifice, and so all of us here at  Lake Ridge […]

Throughout our lives, we collect quite a few possessions: furniture, clothing, knick-knacks, books, and more. When a family member dies, they leave their belongings behind, along with the question, “What should you do with all of this stuff?” It’s no surprise this is a highly sensitive issue, as these items serve as a visible reminder […]

Albert Einstein, one of the best-known and most influential scientists, was born 144 years ago. He was awarded a Nobel Prize, founded the major concepts of Modern Physics, and made hundreds of scientific contributions that are so complex that most of us do not fully understand their meaning. He was, and still is, a part […]

We have all seen the horrific stories in the media about the families who have been devastated by an unsavory, or just irresponsible, funeral home that somehow managed to cremate the wrong person, or return the wrong remains to a family. Can you imagine the pain these families experience?   It’s enough to make some […]

Dear grieving mothers,   It’s not supposed to be this way. This is not the life you dreamed of, hoped for, or expected. Parents aren’t supposed to bury their children; parents are supposed to die first. That’s the natural order of things.   What you’ve experienced is unnatural. It feels wrong because it is wrong. […]

Learning the ropes of how to behave appropriately at a funeral service can be tricky and possibly even awkward. As you navigate this process, remember that the family of the deceased person comes first. This is their time to show how important their loved one is to them and to express their love and appreciation […]