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How Music Can Play a Role in Grieving

Music has been around since the dawn of humanity. Since then, it has played many key roles in society. Music can help tell stories, convey feelings, and process emotions. Music can play a key role ...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Thursday, December 28, 2023

Can I Wear Jeans to a Funeral?

Clothing etiquette in the workplace has changed much over the last few decades, and as fashion changes, so does what is deemed acceptable. While jeans may not have been appropriate for many corpora...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Thursday, December 21, 2023

Cell Phone Etiquette at a Funeral

Cell phones may be a vital part of life for most of us these days, but misusing a phone can be a major faux pax at a funeral. This article will discuss proper cell phone etiquette during a funeral....
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, December 18, 2023

Scattering Ashes in a National Park

National Parks are among some of the most beautiful spaces across the country. If your loved one enjoyed scenic vistas, beautiful landscapes, or a specific park in particular, scattering their ashe...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Thursday, December 14, 2023

Winter Holidays and Loss

The holiday season is almost here, and the end of the year is coming up fast. While this is a time of joy for many, it can also be a source of pain. For a lot of people, the holiday season is a rem...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, December 11, 2023

How Does Cremation Work?

Most people understand that cremation is a process by which the remains of the deceased are burned and converted to ashes. But there are many steps to the process in order to ensure that everything...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, November 27, 2023

What To Do When a Loved One Passes

When a loved one passes, there is going to be a lot of pain and grief. Loved ones will need to be contacted and brought together. But there are also a few practical steps that need to be taken, as ...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Friday, November 24, 2023
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Sending Sympathy Meals to a Loved One

When a friend or family member passes away, it is a common practice to send sympathy meals to the immediate family. Sympathy meals show your support for the family while providing them with food. W...

Validating Feelings of Grief

Grief is one of the most complex and misunderstood emotions for people to experience. One way to help your loved one cope with their grief is to validate their feelings. Supporting a loved one who ...

When a Loved One Receives a Terminal Diagnosis

When a loved one finds out that they have a terminal illness, it can be overwhelming to navigate the next steps. It can be difficult to know where to start. Preparations for care, end-of-life servi...

Choosing Your Loved One's Urn

When choosing an urn for your loved one’s cremated remains, there are many aspects to consider. Urns come in an array of shapes, sizes, colors, styles, and materials. It can be difficult to figure ...

Preplanning: Taking Charge of Your Own Funeral

There are many reasons to preplan your funeral, from mitigating costs to making your funeral easier for your loved ones upon your passing. But one important aspect of preplanning your funeral is es...

When is Grief Good?

Grief can make us feel like a great weight rests on our shoulders. Grieving can be a challenging, and often overwhelming, experience. Although grief is brought upon us by loss and sorrow, is it tru...

Grieving Pets

When a loved one passes, every member of the family is affected, even your pets. Dogs, cats, and other family pets can experience grief and can even mourn for a loved one. Below, we will discuss gr...