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Delivering a Eulogy

When a close family member or friend passes away, the responsibility may fall upon you to give a eulogy. While giving a eulogy is a great way to honor the memory of your loved one, it is no easy ta...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, October 5, 2020

Decorating a Gravesite

When visiting a loved one’s gravesite, it is not uncommon for your family to decorate the plot. There are a number of different ways that you can add to the decor of your loved one’s plot, and pers...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, September 28, 2020

Celebrating the Birthday of a Loved One Who Has Passed

Anniversaries and holidays can be difficult after the passing of a loved one. This can also be true for their birthday. It can be a painful reminder of absence in your life; but also a reminder of...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, September 21, 2020

Ancient Funeral Rites

    Humans have found different ways to honor the dead throughout history. Almost every culture had rites for the dead. The first burial site from paleolithic human cultures is estim...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, September 14, 2020

Ash Scattering Ceremonies: What to Say

It can be hard to come up with a eulogy for a funeral, but many people at least know how one should sound. As many people have less experience with ash scattering ceremonies, it can be harder to r...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Tuesday, September 8, 2020

LGBTQ+ Rights for Funerals

English poet John Donne once stated, “Death comes equally to us all, and makes us all equal when it comes.” While this can be a comforting sentiment, it is important to know your rights, even when ...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, August 31, 2020

Matthew Funeral Home Reviewed as Top 3 in NYC

The Scamardella family is proud to announce that Matthew Funeral Home has been named as one of the Top 3 funeral homes in New York City, according to threebestrated.com. We have been proudly servin...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, August 24, 2020
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Interfaith Services at a Wake

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Is Grief Actually Good for You?

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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, ...