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Coping with Grief During the Holidays

Losing a close family member can be hard to accept. Grief and sorrow can be overwhelming after someone passes, and those feelings often creep up around the holidays. The holiday season for many pe...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Friday, December 1, 2017

When Death Occurs Away From Home

When Death Occurs Away From Home Life has many unexpected twists and turns. In today’s world now more than ever, we are constantly on the move. Our lives are filled with exciting trips and adven...
By Matthew Funeral Home
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Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Should I Put My Funeral Plans in My Will?

Should I Put My Funeral Plans in My Will? It is a common misconception that you should put your funeral wishes in your Will. In most cases, the Will is read after all is said and done with the fun...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Tuesday, August 8, 2017

Military Funeral Honors

Military Funeral Honors When a loved one who is an active member of the armed services or a veteran passes away, it is important for them to be rightfully honored for their service to our country....
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, August 7, 2017

The Importance of Eulogies at a Funeral

The Importance of Eulogies at a Funeral The loss of a loved one can leave us heartbroken. When a close member of our family passes away it is hard not to see them as a part of our lives. During li...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Sunday, August 6, 2017

Is Cremation Right For Your Loved One?

Is Cremation Right For Your Loved One? Cremation is an alternative to traditional burial that many families are moving towards today. As of 2012, about 42% of memorial services in America included...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Saturday, August 5, 2017

The 5 Stages of Grief

The 5 Stages of Grief The 5 stages of grief are a set of steps that one personally takes in dealing with loss. Everyone experiences the stages in a different way, and for different lengths of time...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Friday, August 4, 2017
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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...