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Can I Still Have A Gathering/Visitation/Service If I Choose Cremation?
Although the concept of cremation may be novel to some, the practice has a long and storied history. Many cremation urns of different types have been discovered in ancient tombs. Those who don't wa...
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Friday, February 17, 2023
Can I Scatter Cremated Remains On My Own Property?
Many people turn to Greenwich CT Funeral Homes, like Thomas M. Gallagher Funeral Home, for pre-planning or cremation services. When a family decides to cremate a loved one, one of their primary con...
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Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Where Can I Scatter Cremated Remains?
One of the most common concerns expressed by families that cremate a loved one is what they will do with the ashes. Scattering cremated remains in a meaningful site is a common practice, although i...
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Thursday, January 19, 2023
Burial Costs Vs. Cremation
Many choices must be made about honoring a loved one's passing. Perhaps the most fundamental decision families must make is whether to choose burial or cremation. While burial is more expensive tha...
Thursday, January 19, 2023
Do I Have To Use A Burial Vault For Burial?
Many people who have lost a loved one choose to have their ashes interred. While families plan and organize everything else, we at Thomas M. Gallagher Funeral Home have found that many people do no...
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Thursday, January 5, 2023
Special Ways To Remember A Loved One During The Hanukkah Season
Hanukkah is, without a doubt, the most important holiday in the Jewish calendar. It is an eight-day, eight-night celebration of the Jewish people's spirit. Hanukkah is unquestionably a prime occasi...
Monday, December 19, 2022
Special Ways To Remember A Loved One During The Holiday Season
Loved ones play a significant role in and shape every component of our lives. Humans are social creatures who form strong bonds with one another and suffer greatly when those bonds are lost. For th...
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Friday, December 16, 2022
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What Are Prepaid Cremation Services?
In today's age of comprehensive planning, we at Thomas Gallagher Funeral Home have seen that prepaid cremation services have emerged as a prudent and thoughtful option for individuals and families ...
Questions To Ask When Choosing A Cremation Provider
We at Thomas Gallagher Funeral Home understand that choosing a cremation provider is a significant decision that requires careful consideration. It's essential to ask the right questions, to ensure...
What's Included In An Affordable Cremation?
When a loved one passes away, the emotional burden can be overwhelming. In such difficult times, making end-of-life arrangements is an unavoidable responsibility. For many families, affordability b...
How Does A Celebration Of Life Differ From A Funeral?
Commemoration of a loved one's life has evolved, offering alternatives to the traditional somber funeral. Two distinct approaches have gained prominence: the "Celebration of Life" and the "Funeral....
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...
How Do You Say Goodbye To A Loved One?
It’s common for people to wonder how you say goodbye to a loved one. It is a challenging and emotional experience. Finding the right way to say goodbye can be difficult, whether it's a sudden loss ...
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...