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Check back soon, and you will find informative articles on quality of life, memorial planning, healing from grief and other important articles for you, and your family. Thank you, from all of us at Matthew Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Losing a Sibling

Grief is a very normal response to losing a loved one, but when you lose a sibling; your grief can be confusing. The loss of a sibling can be painful, and hard to overcome. But you have the right t...

5 Goals of Pre-Planning a Funeral

Preplanning your funeral can be a good way to prepare for your future. Like creating a Will, many people see preplanning a funeral as a morbid act. But in reality, the goal of pre-planning is to h...

What is Grief Journaling?

Coping with and finding safe outlets for grief can often be a challenge for those overcoming a loss. Many people aren’t great at communicating their feelings. Other people may not want to discuss t...

Choosing The Right Grief Counseling Option for You

The passing of a loved one can be incredibly painful. Whether you lose a family member, a partner, or a close friend, grief can affect us in unexpected ways. For some, the grief of loss often seems...

Delivering a Eulogy - Public Speaking Tips

If you are asked to deliver a eulogy at a funeral or memorial service, it can be important to prepare yourself. If you are not confident in your ability to speak to a crowd or are worried about tea...

Grief and Routines - Back to School

Grief can take a heavy toll on a family. After the loss of a loved one, you and your children may have a hard time adjusting. Routines can be an important part of getting back into the groove of li...

What to do if Someone Dies at Home

If a loved one passes away at your home, it can be important to understand the legal procedures for such a situation. Even if their death was expected, such as with a loved one living with a termin...

Interfaith Services at a Wake

New York is a melting pot of different cultures, backgrounds, and religions. For various reasons, some families opt to go with an interfaith ceremony during their wake. This is common with people w...

What Does a Funeral Director Do?

After a loved one passes and you choose a funeral home, your family sits down with a funeral director. It is the funeral director’s job to help coordinate the many aspects of your loved one’s servi...

What to do With Your Loved One's Ashes

After your loved one is cremated, there may be a question of what to do with the remains. There are a number of options available to you and your family. In this article, we will explore options fo...

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