Why Rituals Are Important, Pt. 3.
What do you think of when you think of a memorial service? A lot of people think of a traditional funeral: with a wake, some kind of religious service, and then a commitment ceremony at the cemetery. This was the way it was for a long time. But it is not the way it is now.
Read MoreWhy Rituals Are Important, Pt. 2
In the previous post, we discussed the importance of rituals, of gathering as a group. Whatever the nature of the gathering—a church service, to something much smaller and less informal—there is great comfort in coming together with others to think about the person we’ve lost, and talk about the person we’ve lost, and see other people grieving just as we are grieving.
Read MoreCOVID-19 FUNERAL HOME UPDATE & INFORMATION
Today, in the face of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, our team remains steadfastly resolute in our commitment to caring for those who have died and, in an equally important way, those who survive them. To that end, our team is working diligently to respond compassionately, safely and efficiently to the needs of the communities we serve as we unite in the fight to contain this pandemic.
Read MoreWhy Rituals Are Important, Pt 1.
Of all the common misconceptions people have about working with a funeral home upon the loss of a loved one, one of the most common ones has to do with the purpose of ritual.
Read MoreThe Messy Art of Coping with Holidays After Experiencing a Loss
There are many parts of the grieving process that catch people off guard. But one thing that doesn’t is the expectation that holidays will be difficult after the loss of a loved one. And while it may seem like cold comfort, this can actually a positive thing, because people won’t be blindsided. And that means they can prepare.
Read MoreWhy Choose a Family-Owned Funeral Home?
There are important differences between a funeral home owned by a local family and one run by a large corporation. A Family-Owned funeral home has roots in the community and can focus on the quality of care of the family in need and not the profits of the shareholders.
Read MoreCelebrating Grandfathers on Father’s Day
June is the month to celebrate fathers on Father’s Day. But what about grandfathers? They play a special role in our lives and the lives of our children as well. What better way to show your appreciation than to celebrate Grandpa on Father’s Day!
Read MorePlant.Grow.Share Annual Seedling Giveaway Encourages Donations of Fresh Produce to Area Food Pantries
We depend on the generosity of the community and our local gardeners to bring fresh produce to our food pantries to make the Plant.Grow.Share. program successful. To encourage participation, Keohane Funeral Home is once again offering their annual seedling giveaway and free gardening workshops. Sign up today!
Read MoreExploring Funeral Costs: 5 Ways to Plan
Funeral costs can vary depending on where you live and what goods and services are selected. However, most people do not want funeral costs to become a financial burden for their surviving loved ones, especially during an emotional and difficult time. Funeral planning can help ease this burden and provide peace of mind.
Read More10 Special Things to do for Mom on Mother’s Day
It has been a difficult year, especially for moms – whether it has been doing their work from home, helping with remote learning for their kids, or not being able to hug their grandkids during the coronavirus pandemic. Show your mom, wife, or grandma how much you appreciate everything she’s done to make a tough year a little bit brighter. Here are ten ideas beyond the classic flowers to help celebrate your mom this year.
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