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March 18, 2025 46 mins

Welcome to a heartfelt episode of the Redefining Grief Podcast with Herdyne Mercier, LCSW. Join us as Herdyne, your favorite grief advocate, shares her enlightening journey and discusses the profound impact of funerals and the life lessons they provided her. 

In this episode, Herdyne welcomes her first podcast guest, funeral director, Patricia Gumbs Oscar, who brings over a decade of compassionate service within the funeral industry.

Discover the personal story behind Herdyne's respect with funerals and the life lessons she learned from attending them since childhood. Herdyne and Patricia share their experiences and explore the emotional complexities surrounding funerals, family dynamics, and the unexpected drama that often unfolds.

Learn about Patricia's journey into the profession, her dedication to helping families with dignity and respect, and her personal grieving process over the loss of her father. This episode offers an intimate conversation about embracing emotions, the importance of community support, and the role of faith in navigating grief.

Join us for this insightful episode as we redefine the understanding of grief and the significance of compassion in the funeral profession. Don't miss this powerful and enlightening discussion.

Mr. Gumbs was truly honored by his beautiful daughter, Patrica. 

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