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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...

Spring Cleaning and Fighting Grief

Spring cleaning is a good way to refresh your home after the winter. It can also be a good time to address your house after a grieving period. After a loved one passes, sorting through and dealing ...

Cremation FAQs

Cremation as a process is generally done away from the families of the deceased, and therefore families often have many questions about the process. Below are some FAQs about the process of cremati...

Friendship and Support During Grief

After losing a loved one, it is easy to feel alone or closed off. If you feel lost and alone, it can be hard to reach out for help. Thankfully, you aren’t truly alone. Your friends are there to lov...

Service Uniforms at a Funeral

In many organizations and service professions, it is customary to wear a uniform to the funeral of a fallen member, or the loved one of a member. Wearing a uniform to a funeral shows comradery, sol...

Valentine's Day And Lost Partners

After losing a partner or spouse, certain days can trigger feelings of grief. These can include their birthday, relationship anniversaries, and Valentine’s Day. Because Valentine’s Day can be promi...

Common Jewish Funeral Practices

While green burials tend to be a newer concept, making choices in your funeral plans to be more eco-friendly is not. The Jewish faith and tradition tend to follow more eco-friendly practices. This ...

Grief and the Loss of Estranged Parents

Rocky relationships with family are always difficult to navigate. Grief can make things even more complicated. When you lose a low- or no-contact parent, it can be difficult to navigate feelings of...

How to Choose a Good Funeral Home

When a loved one passes, or when pre-planning your own funeral, it is important to choose a funeral home that you are comfortable with. While dealing with the loss of a loved one, planning a funera...

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