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On the First Anniversary of a Death

The year after the death can be difficult. The impact that the passing of a loved one can have on your life can be immense. The anniversary of a death can be a hard day to deal with. Grief over a ...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, April 30, 2018

Personalizing a Funeral

When a loved one passes away, it is important to most families families to personalize the service as a proper tribute to them. While there are a number of different options for making your loved ...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, April 23, 2018

Writing a Eulogy

When a loved one dies, you may want to write a eulogy for them. Writing a eulogy for someone is a chance to share your personal memories about them. It is a way to highlight how meaningful your lov...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, April 9, 2018

Why People Wear Black to a Funeral

In most parts of the world today, it is customary to wear black or dark clothing to a funeral or wake. This practice is commonplace today, but throughout history and across many cultures, this has ...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, April 2, 2018

The Importance of Sending Flowers

Since ancient times, flowers have been a vital part of burial rites, going as far back as 60,000 BCE. While ancient peoples did not have as intricate floral arrangements, or flowers grown specifica...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, March 19, 2018

10 Inspirational Quotes for Eulogies

When writing a eulogy for a loved one who has passed, it can be difficult to find the right words. It is a challenge to capture the essence of your dearly departed in a speech, especially while cou...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, March 12, 2018

How do Children Cope with Loss at Different Ages?

Everyone handles the concept of death differently; especially children. At different ages, children may experience loss in different ways, as they develop a deeper understanding of death and they ...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, March 5, 2018
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Monument and Headstone Customization

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