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Preventative Care Tests for Ages 50+

Taking care of yourself, and your health is vital to living a longer, happier life. As you reach an advanced age, it is important to take a few extra steps to ensure that you are on top of potentia...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, November 23, 2020

Seniors: Protecting Your Driving Privileges

    It is common for adults to ask their elderly parents to turn over the car keys. And while there are many reasons why this can be a good practice, this trend can be harmful to eld...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, November 16, 2020

The Ritual Of Funerals

Every family, religion, and culture has its own rituals. Throughout history, humans of all walks of life have created and adapted rituals for all aspects of life. We celebrate birthdays, gather in ...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, November 9, 2020

Traditional Chinese Funeral Customs

Chinese funeral rites are steeped in the deep traditions of filial piety that are a large part of the culture overall. The finer details of a funeral can change based on age, gender, marital status...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, November 2, 2020

Why Making Memories With Your Children Is Important

Spending time with loved ones is important, but making memories that last is even better. By trying to focus on making positive memories with your loved ones, you can make a difference in your life...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, October 26, 2020

Does Meditation Work?

Meditation is often praised as a method for finding balance and serenity. More and more people turn to meditation as a way to find peace in a hectic work-week. Some companies like Google and Apple...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, October 19, 2020

Comfort Food for Grieving Families

When suffering from the loss of a loved one, having a hot, home-cooked meal is probably the last thing on the mind. Thankfully, it is a common practice for friends and family to bring trays of food...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, October 12, 2020
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Why Choose a Family-Owned Funeral Home?

Matthew Funeral Home was founded over 50 years ago by the Scamardella family. Today, three generations of Scamardellas have worked as funeral directors here. Family-owned and operated funeral homes...

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Spring cleaning is a good way to refresh your home after the winter. It can also be a good time to address your house after a grieving period. After a loved one passes, sorting through and dealing ...

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 ...