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Taking On Responsibility After a Loss

When a loved one passes away, the turmoil and chaos of the next few weeks can be hard for most people to handle. Grieving families get together to grieve while attempting to handle the arrangements...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, July 17, 2023

Finding Your Place After Losing a Loved One

After losing a close loved one, it can be hard to adjust to life without them. Especially if you lost a close family member, dear friend, roommate, or partner. What does your daily life look like w...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Thursday, July 13, 2023

On Visiting a Dying Friend

When a close friend or family member is dying, many people feel conflicted about going to visit them. On one hand, it can be a good idea to go and show your support, or to say goodbye. On the other...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, July 10, 2023

Cooking And Grief

Cooking is often a way to share cultures, support each other, and provide for each other. While we might not always think about it in this context, it is a way that we care for others. Food and fel...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Thursday, July 6, 2023

The 5 Purposes of a Funeral

Funerals and memorial ceremonies have existed throughout human history and for good reason. They help us navigate the first few steps of the grieving process, and help us find closure in the loss o...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, July 3, 2023

Stigmas and Seeking Help When Grieving

Grief is a natural way that we process loss and hardships. Grief can come from the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, the end of a relationship, major life changes, or any other source. Unfor...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, June 26, 2023

What is Anticipatory Grief?

Many people are familiar with the concept of grief when it comes to dealing with the loss of a loved one. However, you may not be as familiar with the term anticipatory grief. Anticipatory grief re...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Thursday, June 22, 2023
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