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Do Women Serve As Pall Bearers At A Funeral?

At Gallagher Funeral Home, we sometimes have some clients asking us whether women can be pallbearers. This question is not an unusual one. In most instances, men are pallbearers, so it seems like t...
By Tom Gallagher
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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Cremation: The Advantages and Disadvantages

Every person will pass away some time, and we all know this. Despite this, people do not discuss topics related to death very openly. However, things are now changing and people want to know more a...
By Tom Gallagher
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Monday, July 19, 2021

Helping Yourself Heal From Loss

It isn’t easy to recover from the loss of a loved one. Many people are hard on themselves, especially if they have been grieving for a very long time. They believe that people around them might los...
By Tom Gallagher
In Our Blogs
Wednesday, June 30, 2021

The Importance Of A Cemetery To Our Community

People have been building cemeteries for hundreds of years, and these spaces are integral to many communities. The way they are portrayed by the media makes them seem like dark places. However, the...
By Tom Gallagher
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Tuesday, June 15, 2021

Easy Ways to Personalize a Funeral Service on a Budget

A funeral can be a costly affair and sometimes, families struggle to meet these costs. If you want to plan a personalized funeral service without spending significant amounts of money on it, here a...
By Tom Gallagher
In Our Blogs
Monday, May 31, 2021

Building the Perfect Video Memorial for your Loved One

Gallagher Funeral Home believes that a video memorial is an exquisite and heartfelt way to say goodbye to a friend or relative. Commemoration videos serve as a visual representation of an...
By Tom Gallagher
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Friday, May 14, 2021

4 Unique Funeral and Burial Customs around the World

Each community has its own burial rituals and some practices are centuries old, and the inhabitants of that country have practiced them for a long time. Gallagher Funeral Home takes a proactive app...
By Tom Gallagher
In Our Blogs
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
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What Is Actually Involved In Pre-Planning Your Funeral?

Pre-planning your funeral involves making arrangements and decisions regarding your funeral service, burial or cremation, and other related details ahead of time. By pre-planning, you can alleviate...

The Physical Symptoms Of Grief And How To Handle Them

Grief is a complex emotional experience that can affect us on multiple levels, including physically. When we experience loss, it is common to encounter the physical symptoms of grief that can be ch...

How To Keep Your Loved Ones Closer To Your Heart

Losing a loved one is a challenging experience that can leave us yearning for ways to keep our loved ones closer to our heart even after they have passed. While their physical presence may no longe...

How Can I Find Out About The Price Of Funerals?

Understanding the price of funerals is an essential aspect of funeral planning. However, determining funeral prices can sometimes be a daunting task. How Can I Find Out About The Price Of Funerals...

Does A Funeral Service Have To Be Held In A Funeral Home Or Church?

Traditionally, funeral services have been held in funeral homes or churches. However, modern funeral practices have evolved, allowing for more flexibility in choosing a location for honoring and re...

When I Bury Or Entomb Cremated Remains, Can I Keep A Separate Small Amount?

When faced with the complex and emotional issue of how to dispose of a loved one's body, many families discover that cremation is both a practical and affordable choice. What happens to the cremate...

Can I Supply My Own Container For Cremated Remains?

As the cost of traditional funerals skyrockets, more and more people are turning to cremation as a budget-friendly alternative that still honors their loved ones' final wishes. However, at Thomas G...