As members of the Fisher family plan to gather for their traditional roast on Christmas Eve, a tragedy changes their lives in an instant.
The Fishers get surprising news in the wake of Nathaniel’s accident. A major mortuary company makes the family an aggressive offer.
Nate and David weigh whether to sell Fisher & Sons. Feeling embarrassed and betrayed, Claire concocts an ironic act of revenge.
Rico takes the reins at the funeral home when a gang member is murdered. The police come knocking after a fire, raising the Fishers' concerns.
Nate navigates a few awkward and illuminating visits with Brenda's family. David struggles to reconcile his spiritual beliefs with his private desires.
Accounting anomalies lead Nate down a rabbit hole of revelations about his dad. Claire and Billy make a connection. David and Ruth attract new suitors.
Nate must decide whether to honor a deceased veteran's wishes or appease his angry brother. Ruth blossoms in her personal and professional life.
Rico takes on a challenge for Kroehner. Claire endures ups and downs during a hiking trip. Nate and David consider an additional means of making money.
Claire reconnects with Gabe in the wake of a tragedy. Ruth's camping trip with Hiram takes a blissful turn. Kurt gets David to loosen up.
A talented but unconventional new embalmer shakes up Fisher & Sons. Billy's behavior raises red flags. Rico shares some inside news with Nate.
Nate, David and Brenda take an eventful trip to Las Vegas for a conference. A heartbreaking funeral forces Rico to confront his fears.
A horrifying attack on a gay couple galvanizes David. Billy hits a breaking point in his mental health crisis. Claire confides in her school counselor.
David rethinks his role in the church when Father Jack comes under fire for performing a same-sex marriage ceremony. Ruth's love life blooms.
Nate struggles with news about his illness. Ruth earnestly — and awkwardly — tries to bond with her kids at a family dinner.
A college football player's sudden death compels Nate to confront his own mortality. Brenda reunites with an ex. Rico asks the Fishers for a favor.
A self-actualization seminar leaves Ruth with mixed feelings. Claire tries to cover for Gabe. Nate begins his career as a funeral director.
Nate reconnects with a former flame when he and Claire go to Seattle to pick up a body. David helps out Keith by taking care of his niece.
As drama with his niece and love life grows, Keith makes a tough decision in the line of duty. A woman's solitary death impacts Ruth profoundly.
Nikolai's increased presence and a visit from Ruth's free-spirited sister change the dynamics in the Fisher house. Nate and Brenda share big news.
Claire gets a fresh perspective during a wild weekend with Sarah. Margaret's marriage issues impact Brenda. An emergency changes David and Keith's plans.
As the anniversary of Nathaniel’s Christmas Eve death looms, the family prepares for a biker’s funeral and their own holiday dinner.
Nate receives some life-changing news from Lisa. Keith takes drastic measures to address his sister's addiction. Ruth makes a discovery about Nikolai.
Brenda goes on an intense outing before her bridal shower. Claire runs into trouble when she flexes her newfound creative muscles.
Nate faces the repercussions of a decision he made early in his career at Fisher & Sons. Taylor's situation causes more stress for Keith and David.
Keith, David and Taylor prepare for a visit from a social worker. Rico reflects on his past. Ruth and Nate reach turning points in their relationships.
A surprise inspection gives Rico an opportunity. Brenda admits she has a problem. New insights about life and loss bring the Fishers closer.
Nate's surgery leads him through surreal landscapes. David and Keith go to therapy together. A charming crematorium worker distracts Claire from school.
David and Rico clash over a challenging pair of funerals. Ruth gets a shock when she visits Sarah. A barbecue at Nate and Lisa's gets awkward.
Ruth's new friendship with Bettina brings out her mischievous side. David and Keith go on a romantic getaway. Lisa hits a breaking point with Carol.
The Fishers host a lively birthday dinner for Ruth and an elaborate funeral for an opera lover. Claire and Russell explore what it means to be an artist.
Olivier hires Claire as his assistant. Money troubles plague Nate and Lisa. Brenda seeks forgiveness, while David struggles with self-acceptance.
Tensions between Nate and Lisa bubble up during a couples camping trip. Claire and Russell get closer. Ruth dotes on the Fishers' new apprentice.
A funeral brings Brenda and Nate together. Ruth takes more of an interest in Arthur. A brunch with David's friends tests Keith's patience.
A polygamist's death inspires Ruth to be bolder with Arthur. Lisa books a massage with Brenda. Claire meets Olivier's former assistant.
Rico deals with a death that stirs up his fears about Vanessa. Worlds collide when Claire, Russell, Olivier and Billy show work at the same exhibition.
Russell reveals a secret to Claire. Rico worries about Vanessa. Keith tries to forgive his dad. Lisa heads to her sister's house to get some space.
Nate grows increasingly concerned about Lisa's absence. Vanessa's sister tries to cheer her up with a shopping trip. Claire gets another shock.
A fed-up David questions his future with Keith. Ruth strikes up a whirlwind romance with George. Claire leans on Brenda in a time of need.
Ruth and George make an unwelcome announcement. Rico blows off steam at a strip club. Nathaniel visits Claire and David. Nate hits rock bottom.
Lisa's family adds to Nate's stress as he prepares for her funeral. Claire confides in Russell. David and Keith tentatively move forward.
Nate questions whether he's in the right business. Claire finds inspiration in a new friend. Keith takes a promising gig as a bodyguard.
Changes at Fisher & Diaz prompt David to give Arthur new responsibilities. Nate meets a mom for a playdate. Claire takes an interest in a classmate.
A fatal lightning strike leads to a fraught reunion for David. Nate's unsettled by an eerie experience. Ruth and George discover more about the packages.
Nate joins a support group to work through his grief. An unexpected visitor tests Rico's resolve. David comes to regret helping out a stranger.
David struggles to return to normalcy as his birthday dinner nears. An overheard conversation piques Ruth's curiosity about George's past.
George's manner rankles Ruth while they spend the day in Topanga Canyon. Vanessa suspects something's up with Rico. Nate and Brenda reconnect.
Ruth runs out of patience with George. Rico tries to clean up the mess with Vanessa. Claire explores her feelings for Edie. Joe confronts Brenda.
Ruth enjoys a getaway with Bettina. After Edie cuts her off, Claire makes an intense connection with a classmate. Brenda falls back into old patterns.
Nate prepares to attend Lisa's memorial service in Idaho. Ruth returns home. David ponders marriage and parenthood. Rico realizes Vanessa is moving on.
George's fears of the apocalypse exasperate Ruth. Claire and Russell butt heads over an art project. Lisa's sister asks Nate some difficult questions.
Ruth discovers George having a strange conversation. David faces his kidnapper. Claire gets a taste of success. Nate learns the truth about Lisa.
Issues large and small complicate the lead-up to Nate and Brenda's wedding. George comes home. David and Keith weigh their options for starting a family.
The death of an old friend sends Nate down memory lane. George's needs may be too much for Ruth to bear. David makes a big request to Claire.
George loses himself in memories as his symptoms worsen. Claire and Billy make a plan to work abroad. Rico visits a conference and connects with a peer.
Nate's 40th birthday arrives with a few surprises and an ominous party crasher. Billy's erratic behavior pushes Claire away. David and Keith take a leap.
Nate and Brenda face the challenge of telling Maya about Lisa. David makes a young friend at an adoption picnic. Ruth gets advice from her knitting club.
David and Keith contend with a new living situation. A visit with Sarah and her friends lifts Ruth's spirits. Claire finds office life challenging.
Nate and Brenda's fears affect their bond. George gives Ruth some surprising news. Rico worries about the lull in his marriage.
The partners discuss their visions for the future of Fisher & Diaz. A visit to an art opening yields insights for Claire. Ruth reconnects with Hiram.
As an emergency compels the Fishers and their friends to keep vigil at the hospital, Ruth remains out of reach on a hiking trip with Hiram.
As the family struggles to cope, David throws himself into his work, Claire runs away from her despair, and Ruth endures immeasurable grief.
Ruth and George grow more protective of Maya. David's fragile and volatile state alarms Keith. Claire spirals into self-destructive behavior.
The Fishers welcome the newest member of the family and navigate a wave of changes, culminating in a bittersweet glimpse into the future.