We’ve talked with many West Texans here at Nalley-Pickle & Welch who describe a feeling of melancholy that settles in during late fall. Some call it an emptiness; others refer to it as a sense of dread. At the root, it’s a lingering sadness that a loved one has died and the holidays are coming …
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For a host of reasons, many people feel uncomfortable talking about death and death-adjacent topics like burial and cremation. While it may not be easy to have these conversations, it is important to distinguish between myth and fact when it comes to end-of-life options. At Nalley-Pickle & Welch, our staff frequently speaks with families from Big Spring, Midland, and Stanton who have heard rumors or …
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At Nalley-Pickle & Welch, we’ve talked to many of our neighbors here in Big Spring, Midland, and Stanton who have said this: “When I witnessed my loved one’s burial, I couldn’t help but think of where I would like to be laid to rest. How do I go about making that decision?”   We thought …
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Beyond the many demands of assisting with a loved one’s healthcare, caregiving encompasses much more. Childcare responsibilities, help with schoolwork, and limited access to services have been heaped onto many – not to mention the general toll that caregiving can take over time.   Caregiving is a demanding role that occasionally requires some extra help …
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With a variety of unsettling events occurring around the world in recent years, it’s natural to desire more security during drastic change and uncertainty. One simple way to help you feel more in control is to put your end-of-life preferences into writing. At Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory, we encourage all our neighbors in …
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Saying goodbye to a special person who has died is one of the most painful and confusing experiences a child can go through. One way to support them through it is to think of ways to honor and remember the loved one in years to come. These activities or rituals give an opportunity to talk …
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Do you or someone you know read the obituary section of the paper every day?  Some may find it a morbid practice, but in truth, the obituary is simply another means whereby we honor and celebrate the life of the deceased and allow their memory to live on.  When losing a loved one there are …
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Our Roots in Big Spring                                                                    Here at Nalley-Pickle & Welch, the Welch family’s history in Big Spring runs deep, starting with the Eberley Funeral Home constructed in 1920 at 610 Scurry Street. Charles and Annie Eberley, both licensed funeral directors and embalmers, lived in a modest house behind the funeral home and served local …
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It’s not necessarily common knowledge when to hold a funeral, especially for those who have never organized or planned a service for a loved one. Our latest blog explores options for when you don’t know when to have a funeral.

Many times, after losing a loved one, those who are grieving find themselves dealing with their loss in solitude. They find it easier to stay indoors watching TV, scrolling through social media, and ignoring incoming texts and phone calls. During a difficult time, it requires less energy to stay home than to go out and …
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