The next thing in sustainable funeral burials might just use an ingredient you have in your refrigerator

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What is the secret to happiness? Connection.

If we know money and fame can’t get us happiness, it leaves us wondering what is the secret?. Harvard researchers asked themselves that same question during the Great Depression before conducting one of the world’s longest studies of health and happiness.. 

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MFH Will Host Annual Showing of Elf this Saturday!

“Elf” at the Jane Pickens Theater on December 10th at 2pm. Apart from the showing, there will be a food drive for the Martin Luther King Jr. Center so if you are coming, please bring any non-perishable food items to donate to the nonprofit.

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Bereavement

Grief During the Holidays

Holidays are a time where most of us prepare to gather with our families to celebrate. For many, it is a wonderful albeit stressful time

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Help raise money for hospice care!

There will be a fundraising golf tournament at the Rhode Island Country Club in Barrington on Friday, September 11th. Registration and lunch starts at 11:30am and the tournament begins at 1pm.

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Saying Goodbye How You Want To

As society changes, so do people’s end-of-life wishes. Here at Memorial Funeral Home, we have seen that many people are shifting from bigger, more traditional

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Bereavement

Things to think about: Cremation and green funerals

Cremation and green funerals have been growing in popularity as more people seek alternative burial options that are eco-friendly and cost-effective. While these options may seem attractive, there are some disadvantages to consider. One of the most significant ones is that cremation and green funerals either do not provide a physical space to visit for those who are grieving, or the burial site is not easily accessible.

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Reverend Joe Tripp Retires!

For the past 22 years, Reverend Joe Tripp has served the United Congregational Church in Middletown, Rhode Island. Joe fostered an environment of acceptance for

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After the Funeral

After the Funeral: A Practical Memoir for Administering Your Loved One’s Estate may not sound like a must read book, but we promise, it is

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Virtual Grief Counseling: Can it Help?

The decision to seek out a therapist is hard enough, never mind adding to that a global pandemic that makes it unsafe to meet people in person. Due to COVID-19, many therapists will only see patients via virtual platforms, which isn’t always the ideal set up for individuals who feel more comfortable, or feel that they are receiving better treatment, in an in-person session.

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Bereavement

Books on Grief

Grief is a range of emotions that we will all feel at some point in our lives, yet, when we are going through grief, it can be one of the most isolating times in our lives. Luckily, there are many authors out there who wrote and continue to write about their personal experiences with grief as well as the journeys of others.

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Our Promise To You

In 1937, Kurt Edenbach’s grandfather created a mission statement of sorts for Memorial Funeral Home or his “steadfast purpose” as he called it. “To provide

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Thumbies®

What are “Thumbies”?

Our fingerprint is unique and what better way to honor a loved one then to carry their fingerprint with you always? Thumbies is a company

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What is the Medicaid Spend Down Process?

Let’s be honest, planning for your final years isn’t something that anyone looks forward to. Yet, it is an inevitable part of life and planning for it will alleviate a lot of stress for you and your loved ones.

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What are Celebrants?

When a loved one passes, we want to honor them in the best way possible. A celebrant is someone who will work closely with you

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