Your story hits home. I can relate to it very easily as I have gone thru similar experiences. My sister and I had to decide what to do with my parents furniture and things once they passed away.
She kept a number of things. I kept a few smaller things as I move a lot and she doesn't. We stored some things and we sold the rest as there wasn't any room for it. So we have some fond memories of some items but after us?? Her children don't need or want the "old" things. So as time goes by, we will probably sell/give away items.
I think you handled your situation just right. You discussed with your wife and went along with her decisions. You are a couple. Keep the harmony in your life. That is most important.
What to do now? I suggest you invite your friends over; get a bottle of wine; use the old wine glasses that survived; and enjoy your friendship.