When a family member dies, never throw away these four things after their funeral

A chipped mug still used for their morning coffee, a scarf that still retains their scent, an old watch that no longer works but that they wore every day… These objects have the power to immediately bring back a specific memory.

Read more on the next page. Of course, you can’t keep everything. But choosing a few pieces that had real meaning for them—and for you—allows you to maintain a tangible connection. And later, these objects can become family heirlooms full of stories to share.

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