Is a Funeral Worth the Hassle and Expense?

mkj • April 15, 2022

When a loved one dies, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed by the thought of planning a funeral or memorial service. The details, the cost, and the emotional investment may seem to add more stress to an already difficult situation.

At Moloney Family Funeral Homes , we know it’s extremely important to honor and celebrate the life of a loved one. Throughout our 75 years of service in the Lake Ronkonkoma , Holbrook , Central Islip , Port Jefferson Station , Hauppauge , Center Moriches , and Bohemia we’ve seen over and over again that a well-planned funeral significantly benefits the grieving process. Psychologists and grief counselors agree: Funerals can be a healing experience, helping survivors reminisce and say goodbye while surrounded by family and friends.

Our team of professionals genuinely care about the families we serve and design services with specific needs and budgets in mind. You may be surprised how many unique options are available to help you remember your loved one in a way that is meaningful, highly personal, and incredibly affordable.

Another service many families utilize is our preplanning process , which involves selecting arrangements from the comfort of home or at any of our locations in New York.

Not only will our team make the funeral preparations as seamless as possible, we will also clearly describe the finances involved. A funeral is more affordable than you think, since there are so many possibilities available, and the service will only include those options your family needs and wants. Don’t let financial concerns hold you back from contacting us or completing our online planning form.

Your wishes and preferences are our priority, and you can customize the funeral experience from start to finish, including the obituary , visitation, and reception.

We say with sincerity that helping families in Lake Ronkonkoma , Holbrook , Central Islip , Port Jefferson Station , Hauppauge , Center Moriches , and Bohemia is not a job to us – it is a calling, and we are here to answer your questions and help you create a special tribute to your loved one.

Is a Funeral Worth the Hassle and Expense?

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