Items You May Want to Release After a Loved One Passes Away

Losing someone you love is one of life’s most difficult experiences. In the midst of grief, you’re often left not only with memories but with physical belongings — clothes, furniture, keepsakes, paperwork, and personal items that once filled their daily life. Deciding what to keep and what to let go can feel overwhelming and deeply emotional.

There is no universal timeline and no “right” way to sort through a loved one’s belongings. Grief is personal. However, there are certain categories of items that many people eventually find helpful to release as part of the healing process.