What does it take to guide families through their most painful moments? In this episode of A Place of Yes, Brittany DeMarco-Furman, a fourth-generation funeral director, shares the emotional highs and lows of working with grief daily. She reveals how creating meaningful moments for families isn’t just part of the job—it’s a calling. Join us as Brittany uncovers the power of compassion, connection, and love in helping families honor their loved ones and navigate the darkest times of their lives. If you think you know what it’s like to work in the funeral industry, think again!

Connect with Brittany: https://www.instagram.com/buriedinconversation/

Find Heather and Jake’s Help from Heaven:

❤️ Heather’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathersstraughter/

❤️ Jake’s Help from Heaven: https://jakeshelpfromheaven.org/

❤️ Jake’s Help from Heaven IG: https://www.instagram.com/jakeshelp/

❤️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jakeshelpfromheaven

❤️ Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@APlaceofYesPodcast

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FIND HEATHER & JAKE’S HELP FROM HEAVEN ⬇️

❤️ Heather’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathersstraughter/

❤️ Jake’s Help from Heaven: https://jakeshelpfromheaven.org/

❤️ Jake’s Help from Heaven IG: https://www.instagram.com/jakeshelp/

❤️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jakeshelpfromheaven

❤️ Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@APlaceofYesPodcast

Connect with us on social media:
• Heather’s Instagram
Jake’s Help from Heaven
Jake’s Help from Heaven IG
Facebook
• Our YouTube Channel

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