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Visiting a Cemetery with Your Children

Cemetery visits can be somber events, but they can also be a time for peaceful reflection. For many parents, it might seem morbid to bring a child on a cemetery visit, but it can also be a good exp...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, April 24, 2023

Experiencing a Loss While Away at College

Losing a loved one can be devastating, but life does not always pause when you need it to. When away at college, you have to juggle grades, classes, a social life, and extracurriculars. Dealing wit...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, April 17, 2023

Millennial Funeral Planning Guide

Millennials are reaching an age where they might want to start thinking about funeral planning. Millennials now age 27-42, which might seem young, but it’s never too early to start planning. A fune...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Thursday, April 13, 2023

Using Social Media After A Death

Today, billions of users log into social media accounts. Websites like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram give people a platform to connect and share their thoughts. Many people share their feelings ...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, April 10, 2023

Recognizing The Signs That Someone is Contemplating Suicide

Mental health issues such as depression affect a growing number of the population. According to the CDC, roughly 4.7% of Americans live with regular depression. While depression is not the only cau...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Thursday, April 6, 2023

Creating A Strong Will to Avoid Probate

When you create or edit your Will to reflect your wishes, it can be helpful to design it in a way that makes it difficult to contest in the event of probate. If you create a strong Will with your a...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, April 3, 2023

Grief And Insomnia

Grief can majorly impact your physical, mental, and emotional well-being, especially after losing a loved one. One way this can manifest is through insomnia. Insomnia is defined by persistent issue...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Wednesday, March 29, 2023

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Spring Cleaning and Fighting Grief

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Cremation FAQs

Cremation as a process is generally done away from the families of the deceased, and therefore families often have many questions about the process. Below are some FAQs about the process of cremati...

Friendship and Support During Grief

After losing a loved one, it is easy to feel alone or closed off. If you feel lost and alone, it can be hard to reach out for help. Thankfully, you aren’t truly alone. Your friends are there to lov...

Service Uniforms at a Funeral

In many organizations and service professions, it is customary to wear a uniform to the funeral of a fallen member, or the loved one of a member. Wearing a uniform to a funeral shows comradery, sol...

Valentine's Day And Lost Partners

After losing a partner or spouse, certain days can trigger feelings of grief. These can include their birthday, relationship anniversaries, and Valentine’s Day. Because Valentine’s Day can be promi...

Common Jewish Funeral Practices

While green burials tend to be a newer concept, making choices in your funeral plans to be more eco-friendly is not. The Jewish faith and tradition tend to follow more eco-friendly practices. This ...

Grief and the Loss of Estranged Parents

Rocky relationships with family are always difficult to navigate. Grief can make things even more complicated. When you lose a low- or no-contact parent, it can be difficult to navigate feelings of...