133 Living Funerals and Embracing Death: A Conversation with Kathy Dempsey

Jan 27, 2025

133 Living Funerals and Embracing Death: A Conversation with Kathy Dempsey

In Episode 133 of Hospice Explained, the host welcomes Kathy Dempsey, an award-winning author, keynote speaker, and RN. Kathy shares her personal journey to Scottsdale, her move inspired by illness, and her relationship with Ron Black, who was diagnosed with stage four renal cancer. Kathy introduces the concept of 'living funerals,' an interactive way for terminal patients to attend their own funeral, share moments with loved ones, and reflect on life. She discusses the profound impacts these events had on Ron and another mentor, Bob Pike. Kathy also shares resources on organizing living funerals and talks about her podcast, 'Rethinking Death,' which encourages people to live well today to die well tomorrow.

 

00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained

00:35 Meet Kathy Dempsey: Award-Winning Author and RN

00:55 The Journey to Scottsdale

02:14 Ron Black's Story: A Life Well Lived

05:46 The Concept of Living Funerals

09:06 Bob Pike's Living Funeral

14:34 Resources and Contact Information

15:26 Rethinking Death: The Podcast

16:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

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