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Senior Isolation After a Spouse Passes

After the loss of an elderly loved one, their spouse can be left feeling isolated and depressed. After spending a long life with a loving partner, losing a spouse can be like losing a part of onese...

The Difference Between Grief and Mourning

When someone loses a loved one, the words “grief” and “mourning” are often used to describe their experiences. But what are the differences between the two? In this article, we will discuss grief, ...

Father's Day Memorials

After the loss of your dad, Father’s Day can take on a different feeling for you. It may seem more solemn without your father there. But there are still ways to celebrate your dad and memorialize t...

Timeline For a Funeral Service

When a loved one passes, when do you have the funeral? How long after someone passes should you have a service? This article will discuss approximate timelines for families when a loved one passes....

Anniversary Memorial Services

Grief doesn’t end after the funeral. For many, it is something they carry for a long time. Many instances can trigger feelings of grief and loss, birthdays, holidays, and anniversaries. Missing som...

Pre-Planning and Your Wishes

One of the most important aspects of pre-planning your funeral is making your wishes known. Funerals can be deeply personal, and if you have opinions about how you would like yours to be done, it i...

Flowers And Their Meanings in Funeral Arrangements

Different types of flowers, and even the colors of those flowers, carry meaning. Each type of flower evokes different feelings in people and has a deep meaning associated with it. When you send a ...

Color Meaning for Funeral Flowers

When choosing to send flowers to a loved one’s funeral, choosing the right flower colors can be important. Colors can convey moods, emotions, and feelings. The right flower colors can convey import...

Types of Floral Arrangements for Funerals

There are various styles of floral arrangements for a funeral. Each one has specific meanings and uses. Different types of arrangements may also be suggested based on your relationship to the decea...

Why Choose a Family-Owned Funeral Home?

Matthew Funeral Home was founded over 50 years ago by the Scamardella family. Today, three generations of Scamardellas have worked as funeral directors here. Family-owned and operated funeral homes...

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