Corey Kearsley and Katie Gurney.

Corey and Katie entered widowhood in 2016 after losing their spouses to cancer. Their journey led them to a widow/widower support group, where they found connection, healing, and eventually, each other.

Through their personal experiences and the stories shared in their support group, Corey and Katie realized a heartbreaking truth: many widows and widowers, especially those with children at home, face unnecessary suffering due to a lack of “what-if” planning. The financial, legal, and practical burdens—often tackled in the fog of grief—can delay healing and create deep emotional strain within families.

Determined to change this narrative, they founded Prepare Your Affairs to guide families toward preparedness, peace, and clarity. Using their Four Pillars of Preparation model—financial, legal, mental/emotional/spiritual, and practical—they offer comprehensive resources like downloadable planners, e-books, personalized coaching, blogs, and workshops.

Prepare Your Affairs' mission is to empower families to approach “what-if” end-of-life planning with confidence and control, ensuring that after an unexpected death the surviving partner and children are supported in the most challenging times.