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Modern Ways to Memorialize a Loved One

Losing a loved one is never easy but honoring them with a beautiful memorial service can go a long way to help family members recover. At Darte Funeral Home, we always encourage clients to personal...
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Monday, August 24, 2020

What to Expect After the Funeral?

People who attend a funeral are often nervous about the service and don’t know what they should do during it. Should they leave immediately after the service is complete? Should they wait and speak...
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Tuesday, August 11, 2020

Coping With the Death of a Sibling

Siblings have a unique relationship that is full of competitive spirit, rivalry, unresolved issues, and deep affection. Losing a sibling suddenly can cause a great deal of grief and confusing emoti...
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Thursday, July 23, 2020

What to Expect During a Funeral?

Funerals are somber affairs attended by people who are in a great deal of pain. As a guest, you don’t want to offend grieving family members or cause any sort of disturbance. This desire to be cons...
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Tuesday, July 14, 2020

What To Expect Before The Funeral

If a loved one has passed away, one of the first things you would have to do is start planning the funeral service. If you have never handled a similar task in the past, you would not know what pro...
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Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Grief Amid The Pandemic: How To Show Love And Support Through Social Distancing

The pandemic has forced people to change how they interact with others. Everyone has to practice social distancing and limit physical contact. They need to stay at home as much as possible to limit...
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Monday, June 15, 2020

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What's The Point Of A Funeral?

Many individuals have difficulty accepting death, although it is a fact of life. A funeral is one of the oldest and most universally practiced ceremonies to help mourners deal with loss. The George...

What Types Of Memorial Services Are Offered?

When a loved one passes away, it can be a difficult and overwhelming experience. The grieving process can be made even more challenging when trying to decide on the type of memorial service that wo...

What Are The Best Types Of Grief Services?

Grief is a natural response to loss and can be a deeply painful and overwhelming experience. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, a pet, a job, or a relationship, grief can be a challenging emotio...

Should I Pre-Pay For My Funeral?

Should I Pre-Pay For My Funeral?- At George Darte Funeral Chapel, many clients ask us this question. Although this is an entirely personal decision, it’s crucial to keep the proper perspective and ...

Helping Children Understand Loss

Losing a family member is a saddening experience for adults, and the death of a loved one can also shake a child's sense of security. Children, like adults, require time to grieve the loss of a lov...

Ideas For Memorializing Your Loved One After The Service

Each and every culture has its own unique traditions for memorializing your loved one. And the origins of memorialization can be traced all the way back to 35,000 B.C. Honoring the memory of a dece...

Grief - What Is "Normal"?

Grief affects people differently, and it’s essential to remember there isn’t a 'normal' way to express sorrow. At George Darte Funeral Chapel, we have worked with many grieving families that have l...