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Recovering From The Loss Of Your Soulmate

Dealing with the demise of a soulmate can be difficult. When you have spent many years loving and living with a person, they become a part of you. Moreover, their loss can be devastating. How to R...
By Tom Gallagher
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Thursday, April 15, 2021

Top Reasons To Preplan Before You Need It

Many people have started showing an interest in pre-planning their funeral. This is a relatively new concept in the funeral services space; however, it is catching on in a significant way. If you h...
By Tom Gallagher
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Tuesday, March 23, 2021

Cremation Facts: Everything I Need to Know

Cremations are becoming more common than traditional burials because of the many positives they deliver. Besides being incredibly simple and inexpensive, cremation rituals are often environmentally...
By Tom Gallagher
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Monday, March 15, 2021

What Does It Mean To Be In Hospice Care?

Hospices are medical organizations dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support to terminally ill patients. They focus on improving a patient's quality of life instead of trying to cure th...
By Tom Gallagher
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Sunday, February 28, 2021

Sending Flowers to the Bereaved

Sending flowers with a condolence letter is a gentle yet effective way to show your support to a grieving family. Flowers offer comfort and convey thoughtfulness. They look beautiful and their colo...
By Tom Gallagher
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Monday, February 15, 2021

How to Help a Friend through the Grieving Process

It isn’t easy to see a close friend be fraught with grief after the death of a loved one. It is natural that you would want to help them in any way possible. But we at Gallagher Funeral Home have s...
By Tom Gallagher
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Monday, January 25, 2021

Can I Have A Cremation And A Visitation?

Cremation has become increasingly prevalent in recent years. It is an age-old practice of burning the deceased’s remains until it is down to ashes. At Gallagher Funeral Home, we are always willing ...
By Tom Gallagher
In Our Blogs
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
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How Does A Funeral Help With Your Grieving Process?

Many of our clients at Sholom Chapel ask us- “How does a funeral help with your grieving process?” Losing a loved one is an emotional journey that comes with a range of complex feelings. Funerals p...

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...

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'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...

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...