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Coping After Suicide Loss  

At Vandemore Funeral Homes & Crematory, this topic touches our hearts deeply on May 31, 2020, we lost Joel Vandemore to suicide. He was cherished by everyone who knew him, and his absence is still profoundly felt as we hold his memory close. 
Every year, countless individuals lose their lives to suicide, leaving behind loved ones—parents, children, family, and friends—who carry the weight of their grief. If you’re navigating this painful loss, know that you’re not alone. 

Support is here for you through caring loved ones, compassionate therapists, supportive groups, and community resources. With time and gentle healing, it’s possible to find hope again. 

Many choose to honor their loved one by sharing their story or advocating for mental health awareness, keeping their memory alive in meaningful ways. To learn more about how to cope with life after a suicide loss, visit the following:  


National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-Talk
Foster’s Voice – Local to the Quad Cities Area
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
American Association of Suicidology: Directory of Support Groups
Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide
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