Beloved husband of Roseann. Devoted Father of LisaMarie and Michele. Cherished brother of Vincent. Reposing SCOTTO FUNERAL HOME, 106 1st Place, Bklyn until Monday. Mass of Christian Burial, Sacred Hearts-St. Stephen R.C. Church, 10:00 A.M. Visiting Saturday & Sunday 2-5 & 7-9 P.M.
Beloved wife of the late John. Devoted Mother of Lawrence. Cherished sister of Phyllis Mattera, Karen Cuddy and the late Lillian Ebbits. Sister-in-law of Phyllis Pranio. Loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Reposing SCOTTO FUNERAL HOME, 106 1st Place, Bklyn until Friday. Mass of Christian Burial, St. Mary Star of the Sea R.C. Church, 9:30 A.M. Visiting Thursday, 7-9 P.M.
The words you use to convey your sympathy and grief for the loss of someone are highly important. Using cliches or ill-chosen words may hurt or stir up emotions in this sensitive and difficult time. So whether your means of expression is through a call, a card or a visit, choosing the right words is a must. Use your own words to convey messages like these: – “I/We are thinking of you. I/we wish there were words to comfort you” – “I/We are shocked and saddened by your loss. We care and love you deeply.” – He/She was such a fine person.” – “What you’re going through must be very difficult.” – “It’s too bad he/she died. I will always remember him/her.” – “He/she lived a full life and was an inspiration to me and many
Pfister) Beloved wife of the late Michael. Member of the Steamfitters Local 638. Loving mother of Michael and John (Donna). Cherished grandmother of Alexandra & James. Adored sister of Anna McDermott. Reposing SCOTT FUNERAL HOME, 106 First Place, Bklyn until Saturday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Mary’s Star of the Sea R.C. Church. Visiting Thursday and Friday, 2-5 & 7-9PM.
Unlike before, when music played at funerals were more reflective and melancholic, today’s funeral songs consist of emotive and inspirational ballads. Modern day funeral service tunes are summarized in one of the most curious music charts in existence: the Co-operative Funeralcare’s Top 30 of music played at funerals. When Wayne Hector was asked about his top 30 entry, Westlife’s Flying Without Wings, he said, “At a funeral you want a certain amount of joy, a song about hope rather than a sad song. As much as you’re lamenting someone’s passing, you’re celebrating their life. Songs such as this talk to the aspects that connect all humans.” Ranging from Bette Midler’s Wind Beneath my Wings down to Andrea Bocellis’s Time to Say Goodbye, these inspirational songs allow families to gain comfort and healing amidst their painful loss. Apparently, these types of songs
Aside from it being a difficult and sad time for families and friends left behind by someone’s departure from this earthly world, it can also be an uncomfortable time for people who wish to pay their respects to the deceased. Most people, although they understand and sympathize with the sorrow felt at this period, don’t know what to do or say when in the presence of people who have lost someone. The worst thing anyone can do is to ignore the situation altogether. Whether you call, send a card or flowers, or visit, the important thing is to make a gesture that lets the family know you’re thinking of them and share their sorrow. Here are some of the best ways to do that: Be a good listener. Let friends and family talk about their loved one and their death. If mourners don’t
A great way to show respect to the deceased and share sorrow with his or her grieving family and friends is by sending a sympathy card. Although it may seem like a generic gesture, families and friends will definitely appreciate the heartfelt thought. Here are ways to go about sending them out: A pre-printed sympathy card is the default choice for most people, and it’s an acceptable way to go. Consider, however, writing a personal note in the card. Don’t be afraid to use the name of the deceased, to put in or recall a fond memory, or to share a warm anecdote about how the person affected your life. Those remembrances are treasured by the family and often are kept for years. If you can’t attend the service, be sure to express your regrets in the card. A special
A support worker for a British bereavement association called Child Bereavement UK, Christina Sudlow, was privileged enough to have met the royal couple, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge when they paid an official visit to the charity’s head quarters. As it turns out, Prince William has been a patron of the charity and their work since 2009. He and Christina discussed the association’s work in helping bereaved families in South Lakeland. He showed particular interest in the challenges they faced in rural areas. Child Bereavement UK is working in partnership with Barnardos in South Lakeland to provide bereavement support to children, young people and their families who have been affected by the death of someone important in their lives. The family bereavement service is provided for free. Families can be seen in their own home or at one of the children’s centers. The support
After the passing of a loved one, it is normal to feel a helpless and overwhelmed with grief. As common as it is to experience a great amount of sorrow, it is also an undeniable fact that it may be extremely difficult to handle and overcome. If you are unfortunate enough to be undergoing a troubling time like this, you may benefit from reading these 7 tips straight from people who have gone through the same thing before: Seek and Accept Support. – Call on a trusted family member or friend, church clergy, or professional councilors. Call your local hospice agency or community grief center for advice to get you started. Accept Your Grief. – Don’t try to run and hide from your grief. You need to experience the pain and sorrow to be able to move past it and on towards healing. Find Role
Holidays are a difficult time for families who have lost a member. During a time that should be spent joyously with each others company is now a painful reminder of how things will never be quite the same with someone missing. The holidays may stir up memories of happier times when they were all complete. Families may be conflicted on whether to celebrate the holidays at all would be a good idea. Perhaps the optimal way for grieving families to celebrate is to openly talk about expectations and who will play which roles. They may take the opportunity and use the time in taking measures towards healing by: Sharing stories around the table about the person who died. Looking at old photos together that include the loved one. Observing a moment of silence or prayer to honor the person’s memory and keep him
Schedule a time to work with our funeral directors on your final wishes which you may keep on file or may pre-fund. We are proud to partner with Pre-Need the funeral trust of the New York State Funeral Directors association, which protects your money so that it is guaranteed to be there when the time comes.
