Cook-Walden Funeral Home North Lamar

05/10/2026

This Mother’s Day, we are thinking of those who have lost mothers, mothers who have lost, and anyone else who needs support on days like today.



If you are struggling this season, please know that you're not alone. Whether you find peace in quiet remembrance or feel comfort in community, your grief is valid. If you need support or have any questions, feel free to contact us anytime.

07/07/2025

Our hearts are with the people and families affected by this tragedy. Our Grief Compassion helpline is available 24/7 to all those who need it. Please share this resource with your loved ones and all those who need it.

06/02/2025

Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we’ll ever do. Happy Pride Month!

05/21/2025

Mother’s Day can be a hard holiday to handle when you’ve lost your mom. If it’s a recent loss, the omnipresent messages of Mother’s Day may feel like too much to bear. If more time has passed, Mother’s Day may inspire you to do something special to honor the memory of the woman who’s always in your heart. Regardless of the amount of time that has passed, there are several ways you can manage your grief while remembering Mom this Mother’s day.

Grief for your mom does not have to keep you from honoring her on Mother's Day. Here are 5 ways you can remember her.

05/14/2025

05/11/2025

One day a year isn’t enough to celebrate motherhood and everything our moms do for us. To all the moms out there… Happy Mother’s Day!

05/10/2025

Many of us will become a caregiver at some point in our lives. The stress and strain of caregiving can take a toll on your health. It’s important to find ways to care for yourself while caring for others. Depending on your circumstances, some self-care strategies may be more difficult to carry out than others. Choose what works for you. Read more: https://bit.ly/3HtWCYC

05/06/2025

Whether you choose in-ground burial, above ground entombment or an option for cremation, cemetery property provides a final resting place for family and friends to visit and reflect on your legacy. Dignity Memorial® cemeteries offer a wide range of burial options, and Dignity Memorial professionals are here to help you choose the property that best suits the personal wishes, family preferences and cultural traditions of you or your loved one. Watch this video to see these different options:

There are several types of cemetery properties and different burial options. Learn more about in-ground and aboveground options for you and your loved one.

05/03/2025

Our Mother’s Day Memorial Paint & Sip event is just beginning. Celebrating all that mothers do for us!

04/28/2025

How One Boy's Death Has Touched More Than 100 Lives: It was evident to everyone who met Luke that he was destined for something special—and organ and tissue donation is just that.

Luke Bautista died in 2016, but not before his parents decided to donate his organs. Become an organ donor and add your name to the Donate Life registry today.

04/24/2025

A handwritten card is a lovely way to show your appreciation after a life celebration. It lets friends and relatives know that you received their flowers, meals, donations and other above-and-beyond acts of kindness. Here's your complete guide to sending celebration of life thank-you cards:

A celebration of life thank-you card is a lovely way to let friends and relatives know that you received their flowers, meals, donations, and other above-and-beyond acts of kindness.