Father's Day Memorials

By: Matthew Funeral Home
Thursday, June 12, 2025

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 them for the holiday. Below, we will discuss some common ways to connect with your dad’s memory this Father’s Day.

Take a Trip to the Cemetery

Father’s Day is a common choice for families to visit the cemetery. Look into the rules of your loved one’s cemetery before you take your trip. Some families will choose to do a picnic at the gravesite or similar outing activities. Some cemeteries will have designated picnic areas away from the graves, so be sure to research what is allowed. Try to be respectful of other mourners around you, as it is likely that there will be others visiting as well.

Dad’s Favorite Hobby

If your father had a favorite hobby, spend the day connecting with it. This can be a great idea if you have kids of your own, too. From fishing to sports, or even board games, interacting with a favorite hobby of your dad’s is a great way to feel connected to them again. 

Movie Marathon

Dive into some of your dad’s favorite movies or a beloved series. Look through their old DVDs, or watch something that you used to bond over. Movies can be a great way to remember good times with a loved one. And sharing favorite movies with your siblings or your own children can be a great way to honor the memory of your father.

Father’s Day Cookout

Nothing says classic Father’s Day activities like a few burgers on the grill. Even if your dad isn’t with you, spending time together with family is important. Use it as an excuse to gather for a family barbecue. 

The author of this post is not a professional therapist or counselor. For more personalized grief care, find a grief counselor that is right for you. For our Grief Resource Center, written by Dr. Bill Webster, click here. 
For over 50 years, Matthew Funeral Home has been serving the Staten Island community. We can help with almost every aspect of your loved one’s memorial service. Our family is here to serve yours, every step of the way.

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