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How To Choose The Right Celebrant Or Clergy Member For Your Loved One's Service

At Sholom Chapel, we know that planning a funeral can be an emotional and taxing experience when you're grieving the loss of a loved one. Choosing a suitable minister or celebrant that understands ...
By Tom Gallagher
Wednesday, May 17, 2023

The Importance Of Personalizing A Funeral/Memorial Service

Memorial events and funerals are unique ways to honor and remember those who have passed away. Everyone has distinct preferences, interests, and personality traits, and it is essential to say goodb...
By Tom Gallagher
Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Jewish Funeral Checklist - What to Expect During the Funeral

Jewish funerals are solemn and meaningful event that serves to honor and remember the deceased. If you have never attended a Jewish funeral before, it can be helpful to know what to expect during t...
By Tom Gallagher
Monday, March 20, 2023

Why Are Burial Vaults Required In Cemeteries?

Most people who have lost a family member or close friend choose to have the deceased laid to rest at a cemetery. We've seen here at Sholom Chapel that many clients visiting Stamford Funeral Homes,...
By Tom Gallagher
Friday, February 17, 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...
By Tom Gallagher
Thursday, January 19, 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...
By Tom Gallagher
Monday, December 19, 2022

How Can I Find Out About The Price Of Low Cost Funerals?

A common misconception about funerals is that the higher the price tag, the more cherished the deceased were by their loved ones in life. However, this isn’t the case. Low cost funerals could ...
By Tom Gallagher
Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Previous Posts

Remembering The Departed At Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is all about celebration, and people enjoy happy times with family and friends, eating and having fun. They also remember a loved one who is no longer with them and the memories they c...

How To Write A Condolence Letter

At Sholom Chapel, we understand that there are never enough words to comfort a grieving friend or relative. Although there are numerous ways of communicating condolences, taking the time to send a ...

Financial Benefits of Preplanning Your Funeral

There are a variety of funeral homes that offer prearrangement services today. This means that mourners can customize every aspect of their final farewell. You can choose to prearrange the ceremony...

Do I Have To Use A Burial Vault For Burial?

Numerous grieving individuals choose to bury the ashes of their deceased loved ones. However, we at Sholom Chapel have observed that many people are unaware that they must purchase a burial vault. ...

Understanding The Stages Of Grief

At Sholom Chapel, we have seen that everyone processes sorrow at their own pace and in their own way. Some recover in a matter of months, while others require years. There is no right or wrong answ...

The Importance Of Saying Good-Bye

Few things in life are as traumatic as saying farewell to a dying loved one. Focus on offering love and comfort when confronted with this challenging situation. This attentiveness and the following...

Sending Flowers To The Bereaved

Sending flowers with a condolence card is a kind and polite way to express your sympathies to a bereaved family. Flowers provide solace; they are visually attractive, and their vibrant colors enliv...