Two American Icons Memorialized with Deeply Personal Tributes
Over the Labor Day weekend, two extraordinary Americans were laid to rest with outsized memorials to match their larger-than-life personalities, talents and accomplishments – Aretha Frank
Read MoreSaying Goodbye: Celebrity Deaths in 2017
The world has mourned the loss of many of its talented stars this past year. We remember celebrities from the world of music, entertainment and television who have passed away in 2017 and
Read MoreDocumentary Provides Insightful Look into the Art of Writing Obituaries
Obits used to be dry, dull reports but not anymore. Today’s obituaries strive to educate and entertain readers. The job of an obituary writer is a quest to discover as much as possible ab
Read MoreWhy We Are Funeral Directors
Funeral service is first and foremost about relationships. At Keohane Funeral Home, our funeral directors have a passion for serving families in an exceptional manner. We do this by liste
Read MoreFeatured FAQ: How Do I Write an Obituary?
The obituary page of a newspaper is one of the most well-read sections of the paper because the obituaries feature people that the readers knew and loved or were important to the communit
Read MoreFlowers Help Personalize a Funeral
Sending flowers is a tangible way of expressing sympathy to the family of a deceased loved one. Flowers can help celebrate the life of the deceased, provide comfort, and lift the spirits.
Read MoreThe Sky is No Longer the Limit for Dispersing Cremated Remains
There are many creative ways to disperse cremated remains but none so far reaching as a rocket into space – whether orbiting the earth, landing on the moon or launched into deep space. Wi
Read MoreVisitations Are Not What They Used to Be: The Healing Impact of Attending Calling Hours
Traditionally, a visitation was directed by religious rituals which involved two days of calling hours prior to the funeral service with an open casket to view the deceased. Today’s visitations a
Read MoreFeatured FAQ: How Do I Choose Readings for a Funeral?
Readings at a funeral are meant to bring comfort to the mourners and help loved ones cope with the reality of death, while celebrating the life of the deceased and capturing his or her unique
Read MoreFeatured FAQ: How Do I Choose Music for a Funeral?
Music is a powerful vehicle for expressing emotion, setting a mood and bringing people together – and choosing the right music for a funeral or memorial can make the service tremendously perso
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