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A Beautiful Metaphor for The Stages of Grief: Gris

Grief can be processed and expressed in a number of ways, as we have discussed many times on this blog. And while we all experience it in a wide variety of ways, there are some common experiences t...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, July 19, 2021

Accepting How Your Loved One Died

Grief is a powerful and complex emotion, especially when coping with the loss of a loved one. For many people, confronting the cause of death can be a difficult process. However, it can be an impo...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, July 12, 2021

Improving Longevity in Your 50's

Your fifties should be the age where you can start to wind down; but unfortunately, it is also when many people really start to feel the effects of aging. It can be a good time to reflect and make ...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, December 21, 2020

Helping Teens Cope With Parental Loss

The loss of a loved one is never an easy shoulder to bear, much less so when you are a teenager. The loss of a parent or guardian can weigh heavily on the mind and spirit. It can be hard to find co...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, December 14, 2020

How Long After Death is the Funeral Held?

Most funerals tend to happen only days after a loved one’s death, but how long after death are most funerals held? What determines the timeline for the funeral? How long after a loved one’s death d...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, December 7, 2020

Organizations to Notify After A Loved One's Death

When a family member passes away, there can be a number of things that need to be done; in addition to grieving and dealing with your immense loss. One aspect of this is notifying certain organizat...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, November 30, 2020

Preventative Care Tests for Ages 50+

Taking care of yourself, and your health is vital to living a longer, happier life. As you reach an advanced age, it is important to take a few extra steps to ensure that you are on top of potentia...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, November 23, 2020
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