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The Benefits of Building a Bucket List
When people hear the words “bucket list” they might first think of the 2007 film starring Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicolson. Some people might also associate a bucket list with death or people of a certain age. Putting together a bucket list can be helpful at any age. Our dedicated staff at Moloney Family Funeral…
Read More5 Tips to Help a Grieving Pet
We meet with New Yorkers every day whose lives have been upended after the death of a friend or family member. At the request of many who come to Moloney Family Funeral Homes, our grief therapy dog, Kota, will join us as we make funeral arrangements, and he’s also available to be part of the…
Read MoreHow to Decide When You Have Decision Fatigue
With all the options and opportunities our modern world offers, we can easily feel overcome with anxiety about which decisions are the right ones to make in particular circumstances. When it comes to planning a funeral or memorial service, there are a lot of choices to make as far as specifics go. Here at Moloney…
Read More8 Tips for Managing Grief During the Holidays
For families in Lake Ronkonkoma, Holbrook, and Central Islip who have lost a loved one recently, we know the holidays are going to look and feel different – especially in light of COVID-19. Our caring team at Moloney Family Funeral Homes sees this every day, as we meet with our neighbors to plan funerals and…
Read MoreThe Financial Benefits of Preplanning
Much like weddings, funerals are notorious for being expensive. Given this common viewpoint, it’s understandable that many people avoid thinking and planning for their own funeral. At Moloney Family Funeral Homes, we want our neighbors in Lake Ronkonkoma, Bohemia, and Central Islip to know that preplanning has built-in financial benefits for those who choose to…
Read MoreHow to Honor a Loved One During the Holiday Season
At Moloney Family Funeral Homes, we’ve been helping our neighbors in the greater New York area navigate the difficult emotions associated with losing a loved one for more than a century. Over and over again, we’ve witnessed firsthand just how heartbreaking and devastating the aftermath of losing a loved one can be — and we…
Read MoreHow to Know You’ve Chosen the Right Funeral Home
Talk to anyone who has lost a loved one recently and they’ll likely mention how and why they selected a particular funeral home. Maybe their friend or family member put their own arrangements in place ahead of time, including their preference of funeral home. Maybe generations of family have turned to a certain funeral home…
Read MoreIdeas for Family Heirlooms
At Moloney Family Funeral Homes, we are committed to helping our neighbors in and around Long Island, Central Islip, and Lake Ronkonkoma during life’s most difficult times. Recognizing all the important decisions leading up to a funeral and afterwards as well, we serve our friends and neighbors every step of the way. This includes offering…
Read MoreOpen Letter from Our Owners to our Grieving Neighbors
The worldwide impact of COVID-19 has had its own unique impact on our team at Moloney Family Funeral Homes. With this letter, we want to address our grieving neighbors in the Long Island area and acknowledge those who are suffering the death of a family member or friend. We understand that the loss of a…
Read MoreHow To Support Your Spouse After the Loss of a Parent
Losing a parent – no matter how old you are – is one of the most difficult experiences in life. Our caring team at Moloney Family Funeral Homes sits down every day to plan funerals with New Yorkers who are grieving the death of their mother or father. We see the complicated range of emotions…
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