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Delaware Funeral Home Spicer-Mullikin Celebrates its 10th Consecutive NFDA Pursuit of Excellence Award, Becoming the First in the State to be Inducted into NFDA’s Hall of Excellence
Delaware Funeral Home Spicer-Mullikin Celebrates its 10th Consecutive NFDA Pursuit of Excellence Award, Becoming the First in the State to be Inducted into NFDA’s Hall…
Who Qualifies for Social Security Benefits?
Who Qualifies for Social Security Benefits? If the deceased person worked long enough under Social Security, some of their family members may be eligible for…
Funeral Etiquette: Providing Comfort in Difficult Times
Life celebrations are intended to comfort those grieving the loss of a loved one. After experiencing a loss, many people feel lonely and isolated, and…
The Families of Spicer-Mullikin: A Service Timeline
If I had to describe Spicer-Mullikin in one word, it would be Families – from the many we serve, to the close-knit group of people…
Qualities of Exceptional Funeral Directors
A funeral service can be one of the most emotionally-trying experiences someone undergoes during their lifetime. Having a funeral director beside you every step of…
Pre-Planning A Funeral: Why Some Consider It A ‘Gift’
Death and dying are not topics that most people can discuss easily. It means we have to face the inevitable: that someone we love will…
Supporting STEM Education
As part of our community education and outreach initiative, Spicer-Mullikin created a special course for high schools students about how STEM education plays a role…
“You Will Never Be Forgotten”
The gleaming work of art that brightens a wall at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery is called the Tree of Life. It’s six feet high…
Therapy Dogs Boost Spirits of Those Who Mourn
There’s something about a friendly dog that can lift your spirits. Whether it’s their gentleness, their playfulness or just petting their fur, dogs make for…
Do Celebrities Pre-Plan Their Funerals?
Whether they’re hitting the Red Carpet or perfecting a book or a song, celebrities, such as athletes, actors, writers and singers, plan their careers with…