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Why Losing a Pet Can be So Difficult

People have had animal companions for thousands of years. In the past, these companions were protectors, herders, and hunting companions. Today, pets are an important part of the owner’s support sy...
By Tom Gallagher
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Tuesday, June 23, 2020

Modern Ways to Memorialize a Loved One

Memorializing is a way to honor a deceased loved one and offer solace to those left behind. It is a personal step because different people draw comfort from different things. At Gallagher Funeral H...
By Tom Gallagher
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Thursday, June 11, 2020

Coping with the Death of a Sibling

The relationship between siblings is unique and difficult to understand. It is full of competitiveness, quarrels, love, jealousy, protectiveness, and resentment. Most siblings are closer to each ot...
By Tom Gallagher
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Tuesday, May 26, 2020

What to Expect After the Funeral

Funerals keep you busy and distracted after the loss of a loved one. It is easy to become involved in planning, arrangements, and communicating with relatives. Unfortunately, life doesn’t go back t...
By Tom Gallagher
In Our Blogs
Thursday, May 14, 2020

Top Tips On Staying Safe In Public During The Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic is wreaking havoc on people's lives everywhere. This is a highly contagious disease you can contract unknowingly from any location and anyone. It's why most offices have now m...
By Tom Gallagher
In Our Blogs
Tuesday, April 21, 2020

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

Social distancing is necessary to control the spread of Coronavirus, but it can be very stressful for people experiencing grief. Most mourners require social and personal connections to recover fro...
By Tom Gallagher
In Our Blogs
Tuesday, April 14, 2020

Funeral Etiquette 101

Funerals are sensitive affairs full of sorrow. This means people are emotional and can be easily upset, which is why it is essential to respect the funeral etiquette strictly. You don't want to hur...
By Tom Gallagher
In Our Blogs
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
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Coping with the Loss of a Pet

Pets are our companions and it is easy to underestimate just how much grief we can experience if they die. At Thomas M. Gallagher Funeral Home, we encourage people to grieve for the loss of a pet a...

I Have Pre-Planned At One Funeral Home, Can I Switch Funeral Homes

It isn’t uncommon for people today to preplan their funeral and there are many different reasons for this choice. Some have very fixed views about how they want their funeral to be conducted after ...

Helping Children Understand Loss

No parent wants to explain death and its finality to children, but it is a burden many have to face before they are ready to. Whether it is a loss of a loved one or an admired celebrity, children w...

Financial Benefits of Pre-Planning Your Funeral

Many funeral homes offer pre-planning services, allowing people to plan their funeral or memorials in advance. At Thomas M. Gallagher Funeral Home, we encourage people to consider it because pre-pl...

Dealing With Sudden Death

The death of a loved one is always a shock, even if you expect it. However, sudden death is a different sort of pain. Families often struggle to come to terms with such an abrupt loss and don't kno...

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...

Memory Making Family Christmas Traditions To Start The Year

It is never easy to deal with the loss of a family member. The holiday season aggravates the grief that you feel, and you miss the person even more than you did.  This is because there are alw...