So sorry to hear of your loss. I had to bring mum and dad to live nearer to me a couple of years or so ago and that involved clearing much of the "stuff", as dad was going into a residential home and mum downsized. We lost dad a year later. I have also started to thin out my "stuff". Many years of hobbies, interests, cars, bikes etc., has left its "stuff" toll on me too. I'm left with a stack of tools, tooling, a lathe, workshop etc., which no doubt will have nowhere to go "when owt 'appens"! I have found the clearing out quite therapeutic but also painful at times. I bought a small trailer for "tip duty" and it has really earned its keep. I still have a long way to go with the "stuff" clearance but am due to retire next year, so hey-ho, we will see if I can leave less junk for my son than my dad did!
Mike